Birch Tree, MO

Missouri

Birch Tree is a small town in Missouri with a population of 395.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
395 Population 286/sq mi density
$67,600 Home Value $167,448 Zillow
$450 Median Rent 32.0% income on rent
599 Violent Crime/100K 599 property/100K
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
599 violent crimes/100K (58% above avg)
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $67,600
76% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 599/100K
58% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $450
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population395
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density286/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans0.6%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,566
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty13.6%
Commute36 min

Housing

Home Value$67,600
Rent$450
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$167,448
Housing Units240
Rent Burden32.0%

Crime

F
Violent599/100K
Property599/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault299/100K
Burglary299/100K

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking20.4%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation988 ft (301 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+76.7%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute36 min
Broadband91.1%

Is Birch Tree a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Birch Tree receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, long commute times. Birch Tree faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Birch Tree is $67,600, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $450 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 599 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 599 per 100,000, 69% below the national average.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.7% 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.

Birch Tree has a population of 395 with a density of 286 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 6.1% Hispanic.

Population

395
Total Population
286
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Birch Tree vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Birch Tree vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Birch Tree is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Birch Tree vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,566

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.5 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Birch Tree is $67,600, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $450 (61% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $167,448.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,600
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$167,448

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$450
61% below US avg
Rent Burden32.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.4%
Housing Units240
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

In Birch Tree, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.3% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Birch Tree vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep40.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.3%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits54.2%

Food & Exercise

Birch Tree has a violent crime rate of 599 per 100,000 residents, 58% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 599 per 100,000 (69% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent598.8/100K
58% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape149.7/100K
Robbery149.7/100K
Assault299.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property598.8/100K
69% below US avg
Burglary299.4/100K
Theft149.7/100K
Vehicle Theft149.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 91.1% 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+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+76.7%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density286/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.1%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.5 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

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