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Auxvasse, MO

Missouri

Auxvasse is a small town in Missouri with a population of 1,385. Residents earn $54,185 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,385 Population 1,822/sq mi density
$54,185 Median Income $23,762 per capita
$129,300 Home Value $309,674 Zillow
$580 Median Rent 26.5% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
305 Violent Crime/100K 3,052 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$54,185 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$129,300 home value, $580/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
305 violent crimes/100K (20% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,185
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $129,300
54% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 305/100K
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.8%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $580
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.8%
181% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,385
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density1,822/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.7%

Economy

C
Median Income$54,185
Per Capita$23,762
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty34.8%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,300
Rent$580
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$309,674
Housing Units551
Rent Burden26.5%

Crime

F
Violent305/100K
Property3,052/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault203/100K
Burglary814/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking18.3%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation876 ft (267 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.8%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+12.5%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband88.5%

Is Auxvasse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Auxvasse receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Auxvasse has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Auxvasse is $54,185, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 34.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Auxvasse is $129,300, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $580 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.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Auxvasse is below the national average at 305 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,052 per 100,000, 56% above the national average.

Education

29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Auxvasse experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Auxvasse has a population of 1,385 with a density of 1,822 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.9% female and 48.1% male. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 1.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.2% of residents. 9.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 8.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 89.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,385
Total Population
1,822
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Auxvasse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Auxvasse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Auxvasse is $54,185, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,762 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.8% 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 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Auxvasse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,185
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,762

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate34.8%
181% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone65.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Auxvasse is $129,300, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $309,674, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $580 (50% 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 551 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1963. 26.5% 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$129,300
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$309,674
Median List Price$260,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$260,000
$/Sq Ft$149
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$580
50% below US avg
Rent Burden26.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.3%
Housing Units551
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

In Auxvasse, 37.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 33.5% have high blood pressure. 18.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.8% report binge drinking. 29.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.6% experience frequent mental distress. 9.1% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits58.7%

Food & Exercise

Auxvasse has a violent crime rate of 305 per 100,000 residents, 20% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 203.5 per 100,000, robbery at 101.7, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,052 per 100,000, 56% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,035, burglary at 814, vehicle theft at 203 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Auxvasse receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Auxvasse vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent305.2/100K
20% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery101.7/100K
Assault203.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,051.9/100K
56% above US avg
Burglary813.8/100K
Theft2,034.6/100K
Vehicle Theft203.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Auxvasse experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 263 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 40.0 inches. The area receives 6.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 876 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall6.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation876 ft (267 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density1,822/sq mi
Coordinates39.0181°N, 91.8971°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 32°F (0°C) 1.9 in
March 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
May 64°F (18°C) 5.0 in Wettest
June 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in
July 77°F (25°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.6 in
September 67°F (20°C) 3.8 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 2.5 in

Auxvasse has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 26°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (1.6").

29.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 12% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. 12.5% hold a graduate or professional degree. 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. 88.5% of households have broadband internet access. 65.2% 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+29.8%
12% below US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+12.5%
School Test Score5.51
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,822/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%
Alt Fuel Stations1

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone65.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Auxvasse

What is the population of Auxvasse?

Auxvasse has a population of 1,385 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,822 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.9% female and 48.1% male.

Is Auxvasse expensive to live in?

Auxvasse 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 $54,185, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $129,300 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $580 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.

Is Auxvasse safe?

Auxvasse is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 305 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,052 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Auxvasse receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Auxvasse?

Auxvasse has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Auxvasse?

The unemployment rate in Auxvasse is 6.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 3.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Auxvasse?

The median home value in Auxvasse is $129,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $309,674. For renters, the median monthly rent is $580. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Auxvasse?

Schools in Auxvasse score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 29.8% of adults in Auxvasse hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. 12.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Auxvasse?

The obesity rate in Auxvasse is 37.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.3% of adults are smokers. 29.6% are physically inactive. 26.7% of residents report depression. 9.1% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Auxvasse?

The average commute in Auxvasse is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 65.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Auxvasse?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Auxvasse is 96.2% White, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino. 99.2% of residents speak only English at home. 9.7% of the population are military veterans. 8.7% of residents have a disability. 89.6% have health insurance coverage.

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