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Bethel, MO

Missouri

Bethel is a small town in Missouri with a population of 104. Residents earn $59,375 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
104 Population 743/sq mi density
$59,375 Median Income $35,365 per capita
$55,000 Home Value $261,914 Zillow
$475 Median Rent 14.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 267 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$59,375 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,000 home value, $475/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,375
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $475
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population104
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density743/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans89.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,375
Per Capita$35,365
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty10.0%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,000
Rent$475
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$261,914
Housing Units74
Rent Burden14.3%

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured10.8%
Smoking22.0%
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation715 ft (218 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+8.8%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute24 min
Broadband50.0%

Is Bethel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bethel 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bethel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bethel is $59,375, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bethel is $55,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $475 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% 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

Bethel experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bethel has a population of 104 with a density of 743 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

104
Total Population
743
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.7%
Female 42.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bethel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bethel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bethel is $59,375, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bethel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,375
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,365

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bethel is $55,000, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $475 (59% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,914.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,000
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$261,914

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$475
59% below US avg
Rent Burden14.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.0%
Housing Units74
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

In Bethel, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.8% of residents lack health insurance. 22.0% are current smokers. 28.2% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma11.4%
COPD9.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.0%
57% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity33.2%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured10.8%
26% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits54.3%

Food & Exercise

Bethel has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches. The area enjoys 267 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.2 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall4.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation715 ft (218 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density743/sq mi
Coordinates39.8767°N, 92.0241°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
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. 50.0% 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+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+8.8%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density743/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Nearby Cities

Shelbina, MO 2,108 pop · 12.7 mi Edina, MO 1,420 pop · 21.6 mi Monroe City, MO 3,162 pop · 21.8 mi Macon, MO 5,457 pop · 25.6 mi La Plata, MO 1,401 pop · 26.8 mi Palmyra, MO 3,620 pop · 27.2 mi Paris, MO 1,326 pop · 27.4 mi Quincy, IL 39,188 pop · 34.4 mi Kirksville, MO 17,493 pop · 36.9 mi Hannibal, MO 16,825 pop · 37.2 mi Moberly, MO 13,634 pop · 38.6 mi New London, MO 1,118 pop · 38.8 mi Kahoka, MO 2,083 pop · 40.9 mi Memphis, MO 1,860 pop · 40.9 mi
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