Arcadia, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $41,875

44% lower than US avg

Home Value $122,500

57% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 21.1%

37% lower than US avg

Median Rent $359

69% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.5%

29% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.4%

89% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 18.9%

52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population595

Median Age47.6 yrs

Density717/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans6.6%

Economy

Median Income$41,875

Per Capita$34,425

Unemployment0.4%

Poverty18.9%

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$122,500

Rent$359

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$184,147

Housing Units299

Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity41.5%

Uninsured10.2%

Smoking20.0%

Depression29.0%

Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain43.5 in/yr

Sunny Days257/yr

Elevation922 ft (281 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.1%

High School+85.0%

Graduate+2.1%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute27 min

Broadband85.4%

Is Arcadia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arcadia 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Arcadia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arcadia is $41,875, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. The poverty rate of 18.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arcadia is $122,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $359 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Arcadia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Arcadia has a population of 595 with a density of 717 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 1.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.5% of residents. 6.6% of the population are veterans. 25.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

595

Total Population

717

People / sq mi

47.6yrs

Median Age

22% above US avg

0.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%

Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Arcadia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.5%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.5%
	96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arcadia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arcadia is $41,875, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,425 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.9% 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 27 minutes. 18.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Arcadia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$41,875
	44% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$34,425

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.4%
	89% below US avg
Poverty Rate	18.9%
	52% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.8 min
Drive Alone	71.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	18.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Arcadia is $122,500, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,147, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $359 (69% 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 299 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$122,500
	57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$184,147

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$359
	69% below US avg
Rent Burden	27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	74.7%
Housing Units	299
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

In Arcadia, 41.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.4% of residents. 34.5% have high blood pressure. 20.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.9% report binge drinking. 31.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 29.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.9% experience frequent mental distress. 10.2% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.5%
	29% above US avg
Diabetes	11.2%
Heart Disease	6.4%
High Blood Pressure	34.5%
Asthma	11.8%
COPD	9.1%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.0%
	43% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.9%
Physical Inactivity	31.9%
Depression	29.0%
Mental Distress	20.9%
Physical Distress	16.1%
Short Sleep	39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.2%
Uninsured	10.2%
	19% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.2%
Dental Visits	57.1%

Food & Exercise

Arcadia experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. The area receives 8.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 922 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	54.7°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	43.5 inches
	14% above US avg
Snowfall	8.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	922 ft (281 m)
Area	0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density	717/sq mi
Coordinates	37.5881°N, 90.6290°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	30°F (-1°C)	2.3 in	Coldest, Driest
February	35°F (2°C)	2.6 in
March	45°F (7°C)	4.3 in
April	55°F (13°C)	4.2 in
May	63°F (17°C)	4.5 in	Wettest
June	71°F (22°C)	3.5 in
July	77°F (25°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	3.9 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.6 in
October	57°F (14°C)	2.9 in
November	45°F (7°C)	4.3 in
December	35°F (2°C)	3.7 in

Arcadia has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 30°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (2.3").

21.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. 2.1% 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. 85.4% of households have broadband internet access. 71.9% 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+	21.1%
	37% below US avg
High School+	85.0%
Graduate Degree+	2.1%
School Test Score	5.51

C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	717/sq mi
Total Area	0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	85.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.8 min
Drive Alone	71.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	18.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Arcadia

What is the population of Arcadia?

Arcadia has a population of 595 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 717 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Arcadia expensive to live in?

Arcadia 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 $41,875, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $122,500 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $359 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Arcadia?

Arcadia has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Arcadia?

The job market in Arcadia is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.4% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 18.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Arcadia?

The median home value in Arcadia is $122,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,147. For renters, the median monthly rent is $359. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Arcadia?

Schools in Arcadia score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.1% of adults in Arcadia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Arcadia?

The obesity rate in Arcadia is 41.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.0% of adults are smokers. 31.9% are physically inactive. 29.0% of residents report depression. 10.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Arcadia?

The average commute in Arcadia is 27 minutes. 71.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Arcadia?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Arcadia is 94.1% White, 1.3% Black or African American. 99.5% of residents speak only English at home. 6.6% of the population are military veterans. 25.5% of residents have a disability. 89.2% have health insurance coverage.

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