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Baldwin Park, MO

Missouri

Baldwin Park is a small town in Missouri with a population of 56. Residents earn $31,042 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
56 Population 700/sq mi density
$31,042 Median Income $21,125 per capita
$71,300 Home Value
$779 Median Rent 37.9% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 257 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$31,042 median income, 21.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,300 home value, $779/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,042
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $71,300
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.2%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $779
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 21.3%
492% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population56
Median Age49.5 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans46.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$31,042
Per Capita$21,125
Unemployment21.3%
Poverty10.5%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,300
Rent$779
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units38
Rent Burden37.9%

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking14.8%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation1,401 ft (427 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.2%
High School+73.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband29.0%

Is Baldwin Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baldwin Park receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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, below-average incomes. Baldwin Park has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baldwin Park is $31,042, 59% below the national average of $75,149. At 21.3%, unemployment is notably high. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baldwin Park is $71,300, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $779 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Baldwin Park enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Baldwin Park has a population of 56 with a density of 700 people per square mile. The median age is 49.5 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.4%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

56
Total Population
700
People / sq mi
49.5yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Baldwin Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.1%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.9%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Baldwin Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baldwin Park is $31,042, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 21.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Baldwin Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,042
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,125

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.3%
492% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Baldwin Park is $71,300, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $779 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,300
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$779
33% below US avg
Rent Burden37.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.0%
Housing Units38
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

In Baldwin Park, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Baldwin Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.6%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits63.0%

Food & Exercise

Baldwin Park has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 257 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,401 ft (427 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density700/sq mi
Coordinates36.9803°N, 93.7046°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.2%
93% below US avg
High School+73.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density700/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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