Bakersfield, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Bakersfield, MO
At a Glance
How Bakersfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bakersfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bakersfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bakersfield residents earn a median household income of $36,951 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,965. The unemployment rate stands at 13.3% (269% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 35.3% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bakersfield is $87,700 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $197,295. Median rent is $1,188/month, with 51.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1988.
Education
8.3% of adults in Bakersfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 66.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bakersfield has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches.