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Birmingham, MO

Missouri

Birmingham is a small town in Missouri with a population of 171. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
171 Population 305/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $28,361 per capita
$129,200 Home Value $173,617 Zillow
$893 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 8.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$129,200 home value, $893/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $129,200
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $893
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.1%
125% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.0%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population171
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density305/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

C
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$28,361
Unemployment8.1%
Poverty24.0%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,200
Rent$893
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,617
Housing Units80
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking17.9%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation741 ft (226 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute25 min
Broadband71.0%

Is Birmingham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Birmingham receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Birmingham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Birmingham is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Birmingham is $129,200, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $893 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Birmingham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Birmingham has a population of 171 with a density of 305 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

171
Total Population
305
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Birmingham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Birmingham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Birmingham is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Birmingham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,361

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.1%
125% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.0%
94% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone70.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Birmingham is $129,200, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $893 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,617.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,200
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$173,617

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$893
23% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.1%
Housing Units80
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

In Birmingham, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.5%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits63.2%

Food & Exercise

Birmingham has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 264 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density305/sq mi
Coordinates39.1648°N, 94.4508°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 71.0% 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+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density305/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone70.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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