Bethel, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Bethel, MO
At a Glance
How Bethel Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bethel's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bethel a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bethel residents earn a median household income of $59,375 , which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,365. The unemployment rate stands at 1.5% (58% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bethel is $55,000 , 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $275,382. Median rent is $475/month, with 14.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Education
12.0% of adults in Bethel hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 91.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bethel has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches.