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Berger, MO

Missouri

Berger is a small town in Missouri with a population of 188. Residents earn $55,208 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
188 Population 588/sq mi density
$55,208 Median Income $28,286 per capita
$86,800 Home Value $293,462 Zillow
$825 Median Rent 26.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 265 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$55,208 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,800 home value, $825/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,208
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,800
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.1%
54% higher than US avg

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

People

Population188
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density588/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,208
Per Capita$28,286
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty19.1%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,800
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$293,462
Housing Units113
Rent Burden26.5%

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking16.4%
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation551 ft (168 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+6.3%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Broadband87.0%

Is Berger a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Berger receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Berger offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Berger is $55,208, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 19.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Berger is $86,800, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Berger experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 6.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Berger has a population of 188 with a density of 588 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.1%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

188
Total Population
588
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Berger vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Berger vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Berger is $55,208, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Berger vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,208
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,286

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.1%
54% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Berger is $86,800, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $293,462.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,800
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$293,462

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% 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-Occupied79.3%
Housing Units113
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

In Berger, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 28.2% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits60.2%

Food & Exercise

Berger has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.2 inches. The area enjoys 265 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.2 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall6.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation551 ft (168 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density588/sq mi
Coordinates38.6742°N, 91.3388°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 87.0% 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+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+6.3%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density588/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

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