Asbury, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $22,491

70% lower than US avg

Home Value $79,400

72% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 24.3%

28% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,115

4% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.9%

18% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.5%

86% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.8%

85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population531

Median Age41.9 yrs

Density1,435/mi²

Male / Female59% / 41%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans3.6%

Economy

Median Income$22,491

Per Capita$22,491

Unemployment0.5%

Poverty1.8%

Commute42 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$79,400

Rent$1,115

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$251,218

Housing Units155

Rent Burden19.3%

Health

Obesity37.9%

Uninsured9.5%

Smoking16.8%

Depression25.3%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain44.1 in/yr

Sunny Days256/yr

Elevation909 ft (277 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+24.3%

High School+89.1%

Graduate+1.4%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute42 min

Broadband96.6%

EV Stations1

Is Asbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Asbury receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Asbury offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Asbury is $22,491, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Asbury is $79,400, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,115 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Asbury 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 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Asbury has a population of 531 with a density of 1,435 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 41.4% female and 58.6% male. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 5.8% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.6% of residents. 3.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 5.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 55.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

531

Total Population

1,435

People / sq mi

41.9yrs

Median Age

8% above US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.6%

Female 41.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Asbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.6%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.4%
	97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Asbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Asbury is $22,491, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,491 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% 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 42 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 8.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Asbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$22,491
	70% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$22,491

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.5%
	86% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.8%
	85% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	42.1 min
Drive Alone	79.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Asbury is $79,400, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,218, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,115 (4% 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 155 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1997. 19.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$79,400
	72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$251,218

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,115
	4% below US avg
Rent Burden	19.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	47.3%
Housing Units	155
Median Year Built	1997

Property Tax

In Asbury, 37.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 32.7% have high blood pressure. 16.8% are current smokers. 18.2% report binge drinking. 28.1% are physically inactive. 25.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.8% experience frequent mental distress. 9.5% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.9%
	18% above US avg
Diabetes	10.2%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	32.7%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	6.9%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.8%
	20% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.2%
Physical Inactivity	28.1%
Depression	25.3%
Mental Distress	18.8%
Physical Distress	13.6%
Short Sleep	42.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	55.2%
Uninsured	9.5%
	10% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.4%
Dental Visits	56.1%

Food & Exercise

Asbury 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 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. The area receives 1.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 909 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	56.9°F
	5% above US avg
January Average	32°F (-0°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	44.1 inches
	16% above US avg
Snowfall	1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	909 ft (277 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density	1,435/sq mi
Coordinates	37.2746°N, 94.6062°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	32°F (-0°C)	1.6 in	Coldest, Driest
February	38°F (3°C)	2.1 in
March	47°F (8°C)	3.5 in
April	57°F (14°C)	4.1 in
May	66°F (19°C)	5.0 in
June	74°F (24°C)	5.3 in	Wettest
July	79°F (26°C)	3.3 in	Warmest
August	78°F (26°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)	3.7 in
December	36°F (2°C)	2.6 in

Asbury has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 32°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.3") and January the driest (1.6").

24.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 28% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. 1.4% 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. 96.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. 79.4% 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+	24.3%
	28% below US avg
High School+	89.1%
Graduate Degree+	1.4%
School Test Score	5.51

C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,435/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	96.6%
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	42.1 min
Drive Alone	79.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Asbury

What is the population of Asbury?

Asbury has a population of 531 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,435 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 41.4% female and 58.6% male.

Is Asbury expensive to live in?

Asbury 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 $22,491, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $79,400 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,115 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Asbury?

Asbury 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 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.1 inches, with 1.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Asbury?

The job market in Asbury is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 42 minutes, and 8.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Asbury?

The median home value in Asbury is $79,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,218. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,115. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Asbury?

Schools in Asbury score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.3% of adults in Asbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Asbury?

The obesity rate in Asbury is 37.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.8% of adults are smokers. 28.1% are physically inactive. 25.3% of residents report depression. 9.5% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Asbury?

The average commute in Asbury is 42 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Asbury?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Asbury is 92.7% White, 5.8% Hispanic or Latino. 99.6% of residents speak only English at home. 3.6% of the population are military veterans. 5.3% of residents have a disability. 55.2% have health insurance coverage.

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