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Barnard, MO

Missouri

Barnard is a small town in Missouri with a population of 216. Residents earn $24,457 per year, which is 67% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
216 Population 1,440/sq mi density
$24,457 Median Income $29,361 per capita
$63,600 Home Value
$327 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$24,457 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$63,600 home value, $327/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,457
67% lower than US avg
Home Value $63,600
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $327
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population216
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density1,440/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans14.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$24,457
Per Capita$29,361
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty7.9%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$63,600
Rent$327
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units120
Rent Burden21.9%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking16.2%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation971 ft (296 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+95.8%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute25 min
Broadband85.8%

Is Barnard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barnard receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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. Barnard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barnard is $24,457, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barnard is $63,600, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $327 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Barnard experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Barnard has a population of 216 with a density of 1,440 people per square mile. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

216
Total Population
1,440
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Barnard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Barnard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barnard is $24,457, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Barnard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,457
67% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,361

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
37% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Barnard is $63,600, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $327 (72% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$63,600
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$327
72% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.0%
Housing Units120
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

In Barnard, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep42.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.7%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits60.2%

Food & Exercise

Barnard has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.7 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.7 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation971 ft (296 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,440/sq mi
Coordinates40.1744°N, 94.8239°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 85.8% 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+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+95.8%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,440/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

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