Armstrong, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $39,667

47% lower than US avg

Home Value $50,000

82% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 2.3%

93% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.1%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.5%

53% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.1%

83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population340

Median Age33.8 yrs

Density415/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans5.6%

Economy

Median Income$39,667

Per Capita$22,774

Unemployment5.5%

Poverty2.1%

Commute28 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$50,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$230,101

Housing Units173

Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity36.1%

Uninsured9.0%

Smoking17.6%

Depression26.2%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.2 in/yr

Sunny Days265/yr

Elevation846 ft (258 m)

Education

Bachelor's+2.3%

High School+92.5%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute28 min

Broadband91.7%

Is Armstrong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Armstrong receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Armstrong offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Armstrong is $39,667, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Armstrong is $50,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Armstrong experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Armstrong has a population of 340 with a density of 415 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.3% female and 44.7% male. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 1.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 11.8% of residents have a disability. 90.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

340

Total Population

415

People / sq mi

33.8yrs

Median Age

13% below US avg

0.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%

Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Armstrong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Armstrong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Armstrong is $39,667, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,774 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% 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 28 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Armstrong vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$39,667
	47% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$22,774

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.5%
	53% above US avg
Poverty Rate	2.1%
	83% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.2 min
Drive Alone	94.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Armstrong is $50,000, 82% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,101, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 173 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. 37.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$50,000
	82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$230,101

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	90.3%
Housing Units	173
Median Year Built	1971

Property Tax

In Armstrong, 36.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 33.0% have high blood pressure. 17.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.3% report binge drinking. 28.8% are physically inactive. 26.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.1% experience frequent mental distress. 9.0% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.1%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	10.2%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	33.0%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	7.4%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.6%
	26% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.3%
Physical Inactivity	28.8%
Depression	26.2%
Mental Distress	19.1%
Physical Distress	14.0%
Short Sleep	37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.8%
Uninsured	9.0%
	5% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.0%
Dental Visits	61.4%

Food & Exercise

Armstrong experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 265 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 39.2 inches. The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 846 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.7°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.2 inches
	3% above US avg
Snowfall	5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	846 ft (258 m)
Area	0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density	415/sq mi
Coordinates	39.2698°N, 92.7013°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	1.5 in	Coldest, Driest
February	32°F (0°C)	1.5 in
March	43°F (6°C)	2.9 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.8 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.9 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.5 in
July	77°F (25°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	3.7 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.3 in
October	56°F (13°C)	3.5 in
November	43°F (6°C)	2.9 in
December	32°F (-0°C)	2.1 in

Armstrong has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 27°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (1.5").

2.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 93% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. 0.0% 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. 91.7% of households have broadband internet access. 94.3% 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+	2.3%
	93% below US avg
High School+	92.5%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.51

F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	415/sq mi
Total Area	0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	91.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.2 min
Drive Alone	94.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Armstrong

What is the population of Armstrong?

Armstrong has a population of 340 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 415 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.3% female and 44.7% male.

Is Armstrong expensive to live in?

Armstrong 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 $39,667, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $50,000 (82% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Armstrong?

Armstrong has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Armstrong?

The unemployment rate in Armstrong is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Armstrong?

The median home value in Armstrong is $50,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,101.

How are the schools in Armstrong?

Schools in Armstrong score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 2.3% of adults in Armstrong hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Armstrong?

The obesity rate in Armstrong is 36.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.6% of adults are smokers. 28.8% are physically inactive. 26.2% of residents report depression. 9.0% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Armstrong?

The average commute in Armstrong is 28 minutes. 94.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Armstrong?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Armstrong is 93.2% White, 1.8% Black or African American. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 11.8% of residents have a disability. 90.8% have health insurance coverage.

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