Ash Grove, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $50,078

33% lower than US avg

Home Value $120,900

57% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 19.4%

42% lower than US avg

Median Rent $661

43% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.0%

15% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.2%

39% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.4%

73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,336

Median Age38.3 yrs

Density1,005/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 96%

Veterans6.6%

Economy

Median Income$50,078

Per Capita$21,968

Unemployment2.2%

Poverty3.4%

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$120,900

Rent$661

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$254,815

Housing Units689

Rent Burden24.5%

Health

Obesity37.0%

Uninsured8.3%

Smoking16.9%

Depression25.9%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain44.0 in/yr

Sunny Days256/yr

Elevation1,050 ft (320 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+19.4%

High School+90.4%

Graduate+7.0%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute27 min

Broadband85.4%

Is Ash Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ash Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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. Ash Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ash Grove is $50,078, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ash Grove is $120,900, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $661 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ash Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ash Grove has a population of 1,336 with a density of 1,005 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.2% female and 47.8% male. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 1.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.7% of residents. 6.6% of the population are veterans. 19.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,336

Total Population

1,005

People / sq mi

38.3yrs

Median Age

2% below US avg

1.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%

Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ash Grove 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

Ash Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ash Grove is $50,078, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,968 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% 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 27 minutes. 16.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Ash Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$50,078
	33% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$21,968

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.2%
	39% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.4%
	73% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.5 min
Drive Alone	76.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	16.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ash Grove is $120,900, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,815, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 103.1% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $661 (43% 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 689 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1968. 24.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$120,900
	57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$254,815
Median List Price	$284,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$284,000
$/Sq Ft	$162
Homes Sold	4
Sale-to-List Ratio	103.1%
Price Drops	25.0%
Inventory	8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$661
	43% below US avg
Rent Burden	24.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	59.5%
Housing Units	689
Median Year Built	1968

Property Tax

In Ash Grove, 37.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 30.4% have high blood pressure. 16.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.1% report binge drinking. 25.3% are physically inactive. 25.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.3% experience frequent mental distress. 8.3% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Ash Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.0%
	15% above US avg
Diabetes	9.4%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	30.4%
Asthma	11.2%
COPD	7.3%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.9%
	21% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.1%
Physical Inactivity	25.3%
Depression	25.9%
Mental Distress	19.3%
Physical Distress	14.1%
Short Sleep	37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	87.1%
Uninsured	8.3%
	3% below US avg
Checkup Rate	76.1%
Dental Visits	60.6%

Food & Exercise

Ash Grove enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,050 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	55.6°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	31°F (-1°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	44.0 inches
	16% above US avg
Snowfall	1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,050 ft (320 m)
Area	1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density	1,005/sq mi
Coordinates	37.3153°N, 93.5852°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	31°F (-1°C)	1.9 in	Coldest, Driest
February	36°F (2°C)	2.1 in
March	46°F (8°C)	3.8 in
April	55°F (13°C)	4.2 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.7 in
June	72°F (22°C)	5.0 in	Wettest
July	78°F (26°C)	3.4 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.6 in
September	69°F (21°C)	4.8 in
October	58°F (14°C)	3.7 in
November	46°F (8°C)	4.0 in
December	36°F (2°C)	3.0 in

Ash Grove has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 31°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (1.9").

19.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 42% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. 7.0% 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. 85.4% of households have broadband internet access. 76.3% 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+	19.4%
	42% below US avg
High School+	90.4%
Graduate Degree+	7.0%
School Test Score	5.51

C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,005/sq mi
Total Area	1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	85.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.5 min
Drive Alone	76.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	16.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Ash Grove

What is the population of Ash Grove?

Ash Grove has a population of 1,336 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,005 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.3 years. The population is 52.2% female and 47.8% male.

Is Ash Grove expensive to live in?

Ash Grove 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 $50,078, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $120,900 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $661 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Ash Grove?

Ash Grove enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.0 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Ash Grove?

The job market in Ash Grove is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 16.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ash Grove?

The median home value in Ash Grove is $120,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,815. For renters, the median monthly rent is $661. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Ash Grove?

Schools in Ash Grove score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 19.4% of adults in Ash Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ash Grove?

The obesity rate in Ash Grove is 37.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.9% of adults are smokers. 25.3% are physically inactive. 25.9% of residents report depression. 8.3% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Ash Grove?

The average commute in Ash Grove is 27 minutes. 76.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ash Grove?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ash Grove is 95.5% White, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 99.7% of residents speak only English at home. 6.6% of the population are military veterans. 19.6% of residents have a disability. 87.1% have health insurance coverage.

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