Median Income
$85,556
14% higher than US avg
Home Value
$85,000
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
39/100K
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.7%
92% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Amazonia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population302
Median Age30.3 yrs
Density816/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.2%
Economy
A+
Median Income$85,556
Per Capita$32,533
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty0.0%
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$85,000
Ownership89.3%
Zillow$199,148
Housing Units98
Rent Burden24.5%
Crime
F
Violent39/100K
Property953/100K
Health
Obesity39.4%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking20.9%
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation843 ft (257 m)
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.7%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute30 min
Broadband84.0%
EV Stations1
Is Amazonia a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Amazonia receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Amazonia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Amazonia is $85,556, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Amazonia is $85,000, 70% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Amazonia is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 39 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 953 per 100,000, 51% below the national average.
Education
2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Amazonia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Amazonia has a population of 302 with a density of 816 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 30.3 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 42.4% female and 57.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 5.2% of the population are veterans. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.7% have health insurance coverage.
Population
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
English Only
100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish
0.0%
100% below US avg
The median household income in Amazonia is $85,556, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,533 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower 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 30 minutes. 6.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income
| Median HH Income | $85,556 |
| 14% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,533 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Tax & Cost of Living
| |
| Cost of Living | 90.80 (100=avg) |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.4% |
The median home value in Amazonia is $85,000, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,148, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. 89.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 98 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1967. 24.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1x, well within the affordable range.
Home Values
| Census Median | $85,000 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $199,148 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $732 |
| 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $970 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,265 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,457 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 89.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 89.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 10.7% |
| Housing Units | 98 |
| Median Year Built | 1967 |
Property Tax
In Amazonia, 39.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 35.7% have high blood pressure. 20.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.7% report binge drinking. 31.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.8% experience frequent mental distress. 9.6% of residents lack health insurance.
Health Metrics: Amazonia vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.4% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.7% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Cancer | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 20.9% |
| 49% above US avg |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.3% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
| Short Sleep | 38.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.7% |
| Uninsured | 9.6% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Dental Visits | 57.0% |
Food & Exercise
Amazonia has a violent crime rate of 39 per 100,000 residents, 90% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 953 per 100,000, 51% below the U.S. average. Overall, Amazonia receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Amazonia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 38.9/100K |
| 90% below US avg |
| |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 952.6/100K |
| 51% below US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Traffic Accidents | 7 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.3 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Amazonia experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 272 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 843 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 52.9°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 272 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 843 ft (257 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 816/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8868°N, 94.8926°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Kansas City International (MCI)
42 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Annual Rainfall
35.5"
7% below US avg
Wettest Month (Sep)
4.65"
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Earthquake History
8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990.
Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.5 on Jul 15, 2025.
| Dec 17, 2009 |
2 km NW of Auburn, Nebraska |
M3.6 |
101 km |
| Jul 16, 2004 |
6 km SSE of Riverton, Iowa |
M3.5 |
100 km |
| Mar 23, 2007 |
5 km N of Nortonville, Kansas |
M3.1 |
61 km |
| Feb 11, 1995 |
6 km E of Clearmont, Missouri |
M3.1 |
69 km |
| May 13, 1999 |
6 km WSW of Kansas City, Kansas |
M3.0 |
89 km |
| Jan 6, 2014 |
5 km NW of Liberty, Nebraska |
M2.9 |
142 km |
| Mar 31, 1993 |
2 km SE of Nemaha, Nebraska |
M2.9 |
81 km |
| Jul 15, 2025 |
3 km W of Hale, Missouri |
M2.5 |
133 km |
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)
Tornado History
547 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950.
Strongest: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 374 injuries.
| Date |
Rating |
Distance |
Fatalities |
| May 29, 2004 |
EF4 |
55 km |
3 |
| May 4, 2003 |
EF4 |
81 km |
0 |
| May 4, 2003 |
EF4 |
91 km |
2 |
| Jun 7, 1984 |
EF4 |
94 km |
3 |
| Mar 29, 1979 |
EF4 |
70 km |
0 |
| May 4, 1977 |
EF4 |
99 km |
0 |
| May 4, 1977 |
EF4 |
90 km |
0 |
| Apr 23, 1975 |
EF4 |
82 km |
1 |
| Jun 8, 1966 |
EF4 |
83 km |
1 |
| Apr 12, 1964 |
EF4 |
92 km |
1 |
| Aug 6, 1962 |
EF4 |
86 km |
0 |
| May 7, 1961 |
EF4 |
80 km |
0 |
| Apr 5, 1954 |
EF4 |
85 km |
0 |
| May 21, 2019 |
EF3 |
89 km |
0 |
| Jun 3, 2014 |
EF3 |
99 km |
0 |
| May 2, 2008 |
EF3 |
75 km |
0 |
| May 29, 2004 |
EF3 |
41 km |
0 |
| Apr 11, 2001 |
EF3 |
71 km |
0 |
| Jun 7, 1984 |
EF3 |
95 km |
0 |
| Apr 26, 1984 |
EF3 |
71 km |
0 |
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)
Wildfire History
7 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km.
Largest: MOSQR-FY20-RX-WUI (964 ac, 2020).
| Year |
Name |
Acres |
Distance |
| 2020 |
MOSQR-FY20-RX-WUI |
964 |
40 km |
| 2012 |
HIGHWAY E |
897 |
96 km |
| 2016 |
SQR BM SL DESOTO 2016 WUI RX |
866 |
39 km |
| 1988 |
NORTH POOL |
698 |
40 km |
| 2020 |
UNNAMED |
645 |
39 km |
| 2009 |
UNIT 6 |
625 |
38 km |
| 2002 |
SCRDGRS 6 |
536 |
38 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)
Monthly Weather
| Month |
Avg Temperature |
Precipitation |
Summary |
| January |
25°F (-4°C) |
0.9 in |
Coldest, Driest |
| February |
31°F (-1°C) |
1.0 in |
|
| March |
42°F (6°C) |
2.3 in |
|
| April |
54°F (12°C) |
3.0 in |
|
| May |
64°F (18°C) |
4.6 in |
|
| June |
73°F (23°C) |
4.5 in |
|
| July |
77°F (25°C) |
4.1 in |
Warmest |
| August |
75°F (24°C) |
4.3 in |
|
| September |
67°F (19°C) |
4.7 in |
Wettest |
| October |
55°F (13°C) |
2.9 in |
|
| November |
41°F (5°C) |
1.9 in |
|
| December |
30°F (-1°C) |
1.3 in |
|
Amazonia has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 25°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (0.9").
Average costs for common services in Amazonia. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) |
$227 ($136–$363) |
| Specialist Visit |
$318 ($182–$499) |
| Urgent Care Visit |
$182 ($91–$318) |
| Emergency Room Visit |
$1,998 ($726–$4,540) |
| Dental Cleaning |
$118 ($68–$182) |
| Dental Filling |
$227 ($136–$363) |
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Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) |
$41 ($23–$68) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) |
$68 ($45–$109) |
| Brake Pad Replacement |
$272 ($136–$454) |
| Tire Rotation |
$36 ($18–$68) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) |
$545 ($363–$908) |
| Battery Replacement |
$182 ($91–$318) |
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Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) |
$91 ($54–$136) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) |
$82 ($45–$127) |
| HVAC Repair |
$363 ($136–$726) |
| HVAC System Install |
$6,356 ($3,632–$10,896) |
| Roof Repair |
$908 ($363–$1,816) |
| Roof Replacement |
$8,172 ($4,994–$13,620) |
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Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) |
$1,362 ($454–$3,178) |
| Divorce (Contested) |
$13,620 ($4,540–$27,240) |
| DUI Defense |
$4,540 ($1,816–$9,080) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) |
$1,362 ($726–$2,724) |
| Will Preparation |
$454 ($182–$908) |
| Trust Preparation |
$2,270 ($908–$4,540) |
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Personal Care
| Men's Haircut |
$23 ($14–$41) |
| Women's Haircut |
$50 ($27–$91) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) |
$136 ($68–$227) |
| Manicure |
$23 ($14–$41) |
| Pedicure |
$36 ($23–$59) |
| Massage (1 Hour) |
$73 ($45–$118) |
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Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) |
$3.72 ($2.72–$4.99) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) |
$3.18 ($2.27–$4.54) |
| Loaf of Bread |
$3.45 ($2.27–$4.99) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) |
$4.09 ($2.72–$5.90) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) |
$4.99 ($3.63–$6.81) |
| Rice (per lb) |
$0.91 ($0.54–$1.63) |
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Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) |
$127 ($73–$227) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) |
$64 ($27–$136) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) |
$64 ($36–$109) |
| Internet (Monthly) |
$64 ($36–$91) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) |
$59 ($27–$91) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) |
$77 ($45–$136) |
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Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) |
$182 ($68–$454) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) |
$1,816 ($1,090–$3,178) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) |
$64 ($27–$118) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) |
$14 ($7.26–$23) |
| Car Registration (Annual) |
$91 ($27–$227) |
| Driver's License Renewal |
$27 ($14–$68) |
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Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) |
$1,090 ($545–$2,270) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) |
$908 ($454–$1,816) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) |
$363 ($182–$636) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) |
$45 ($23–$91) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course |
$908 ($363–$2,270) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) |
$11,350 ($4,540–$27,240) |
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Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) |
$54 ($27–$91) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) |
$91 ($45–$182) |
| Dog Grooming |
$54 ($27–$91) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) |
$36 ($18–$68) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter |
$272 ($136–$454) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter |
$182 ($91–$363) |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Amazonia
What is the population of Amazonia?
Amazonia has a population of 302 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 816 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 42.4% female and 57.6% male.
Is Amazonia expensive to live in?
Amazonia 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 $85,556, 14% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $85,000 (70% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Amazonia safe?
Amazonia is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 39 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 953 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Amazonia receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Amazonia?
Amazonia has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.5 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.
How is the job market in Amazonia?
The job market in Amazonia is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 6.4% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Amazonia?
The median home value in Amazonia is $85,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,148. The homeownership rate is 89.3%.
How are the schools in Amazonia?
Schools in Amazonia score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 2.7% of adults in Amazonia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Amazonia?
The obesity rate in Amazonia is 39.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.9% of adults are smokers. 31.3% are physically inactive. 27.4% of residents report depression. 9.6% lack health insurance.
What is transportation like in Amazonia?
The average commute in Amazonia is 30 minutes. 77.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.4% work from home.
What are the demographics of Amazonia?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Amazonia is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 5.2% of the population are military veterans. 20.0% of residents have a disability. 85.7% have health insurance coverage.
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