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Bertrand, MO

Missouri

Bertrand is a small town in Missouri with a population of 707. Residents earn $55,568 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
707 Population 862/sq mi density
$55,568 Median Income $28,288 per capita
$92,500 Home Value $117,499 Zillow
$620 Median Rent 18.1% income on rent
374 Violent Crime/100K 3,611 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$55,568 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,500 home value, $620/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
374 violent crimes/100K (2% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,568
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,500
67% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 374/100K
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $620
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.1%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population707
Median Age52.3 yrs
Density862/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,568
Per Capita$28,288
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty13.1%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,500
Rent$620
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$117,499
Housing Units309
Rent Burden18.1%

Crime

F
Violent374/100K
Property3,611/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault374/100K
Burglary1,370/100K

Health

Obesity42.8%
Uninsured11.2%
Smoking20.7%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation325 ft (99 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+75.2%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Broadband75.8%

Is Bertrand a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bertrand is $55,568, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bertrand is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Bertrand is below the national average at 374 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,611 per 100,000, 84% above the national average.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bertrand has a population of 707 with a density of 862 people per square mile. The median age is 52.3 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%).

Population

707
Total Population
862
People / sq mi
52.3yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40%
Female 60%

Race & Ethnicity

Bertrand vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bertrand vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bertrand is $55,568, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Bertrand vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,568
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,288

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.1%
6% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bertrand is $92,500, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $117,499.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,500
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$117,499

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below US avg
Rent Burden18.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.4%
Housing Units309
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

In Bertrand, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 20.7% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 34.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.7%
48% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity34.4%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Uninsured11.2%
30% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits52.9%

Food & Exercise

Bertrand has a violent crime rate of 374 per 100,000 residents, 2% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,611 per 100,000 (84% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent373.6/100K
2% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault373.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,611.5/100K
84% above US avg
Burglary1,369.9/100K
Theft1,992.5/100K
Vehicle Theft249.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 75.8% 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+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+75.2%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density862/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.8%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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