Alba, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $50,662

33% lower than US avg

Home Value $87,000

69% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 17.5%

48% lower than US avg

Median Rent $843

28% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.6%

23% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.8%

78% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 15.3%

23% higher than US avg

How Alba Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population654

Median Age27.8 yrs

Density1,982/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 85%

Veterans12.2%

Economy

B+

Median Income$50,662

Per Capita$20,500

Unemployment0.8%

Poverty15.3%

Commute33 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$87,000

Rent$843

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units292

Rent Burden42.2%

Health

Obesity39.6%

Uninsured10.0%

Smoking19.6%

Depression27.3%

Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain44.7 in/yr

Sunny Days255/yr

Elevation994 ft (303 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.5%

High School+79.2%

Graduate+0.5%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute33 min

Broadband82.0%

Is Alba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alba receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Alba offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alba is $50,662, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 15.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alba is $87,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $843 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Alba enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Alba has a population of 654 with a density of 1,982 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 27.8 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (85.3%), with 6.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.7% of residents. 12.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 13.0% of residents have a disability. 84.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

654

Total Population

1,982

People / sq mi

27.8yrs

Median Age

29% below US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%

Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Alba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.7%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.3%
	98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alba is $50,662, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,500 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 5.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Alba vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$50,662
	33% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$20,500

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.8%
	78% below US avg
Poverty Rate	15.3%
	23% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	32.6 min
Drive Alone	93.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Alba is $87,000, 69% below the national median of $281,900. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $843 (28% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 292 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. 42.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$87,000
	69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$127
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	50.0%
Inventory	2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$843
	28% below US avg
Rent Burden	42.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	71.1%
Housing Units	292
Median Year Built	1977

Property Tax

In Alba, 39.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 34.2% have high blood pressure. 19.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.4% report binge drinking. 30.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.6% experience frequent mental distress. 10.0% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Alba vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.6%
	23% above US avg
Diabetes	10.8%
Heart Disease	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	34.2%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	8.5%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.6%
	40% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.4%
Physical Inactivity	30.7%
Depression	27.3%
Mental Distress	20.6%
Physical Distress	15.2%
Short Sleep	41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	84.9%
Uninsured	10.0%
	16% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.4%
Dental Visits	55.0%

Food & Exercise

Alba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. The area receives 1.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 994 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	56.7°F
	5% above US avg
January Average	32°F (-0°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	255 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	44.7 inches
	18% above US avg
Snowfall	1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	994 ft (303 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density	1,982/sq mi
Coordinates	37.2384°N, 94.4174°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	32°F (-0°C)	1.7 in	Coldest, Driest
February	37°F (3°C)	2.1 in
March	47°F (8°C)	3.6 in
April	57°F (14°C)	4.1 in
May	65°F (19°C)	4.9 in
June	74°F (23°C)	5.3 in	Wettest
July	79°F (26°C)	3.3 in	Warmest
August	78°F (25°C)	3.9 in
September	70°F (21°C)	5.2 in
October	59°F (15°C)	3.9 in
November	46°F (8°C)	3.8 in
December	37°F (3°C)	2.7 in

Alba has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 32°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.3") and January the driest (1.7").

17.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. 0.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet access. 93.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	17.5%
	48% below US avg
High School+	79.2%
Graduate Degree+	0.5%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,982/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	82.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	32.6 min
Drive Alone	93.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Alba

What is the population of Alba?

Alba has a population of 654 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,982 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 27.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Alba expensive to live in?

Alba is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $50,662, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $87,000 (69% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $843 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Alba?

Alba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches, with 1.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Alba?

The job market in Alba is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 5.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Alba?

The median home value in Alba is $87,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $843. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Alba?

Schools in Alba score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.5% of adults in Alba hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. 0.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Alba?

The obesity rate in Alba is 39.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.6% of adults are smokers. 30.7% are physically inactive. 27.3% of residents report depression. 10.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Alba?

The average commute in Alba is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 93.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Alba?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Alba is 85.3% White, 6.1% Hispanic or Latino. 99.7% of residents speak only English at home. 12.2% of the population are military veterans. 13.0% of residents have a disability. 84.9% have health insurance coverage.

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