Black Jack, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $65,920

12% lower than US avg

Home Value $187,600

33% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 26.5%

21% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,177

1% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.0%

25% higher than US avg

Unemployment 8.8%

144% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.2%

2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,606

Median Age30.9 yrs

Density2,551/mi²

Male / Female42% / 58%

Largest GroupWhite 13%

Veterans8.7%

Economy

Median Income$65,920

Per Capita$31,192

Unemployment8.8%

Poverty12.2%

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$187,600

Rent$1,177

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$213,530

Housing Units2,777

Rent Burden35.5%

Health

Obesity40.0%

Uninsured8.8%

Smoking15.9%

Depression20.6%

Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain38.4 in/yr

Sunny Days266/yr

Elevation610 ft (186 m)

Education

Bachelor's+26.5%

High School+86.5%

Graduate+11.2%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute27 min

Broadband94.1%

Is Black Jack a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Black Jack receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Black Jack offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Black Jack is $65,920, 12% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.8%, unemployment is notably high. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Black Jack is $187,600, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,177 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Black Jack enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Black Jack has a population of 6,606 with a density of 2,551 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age is 30.9 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 57.6% female and 42.4% male. The city is predominantly Black (84.2%), with 13.2% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.5% of residents. 8.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,606

Total Population

2,551

People / sq mi

30.9yrs

Median Age

21% below US avg

2.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.4%

Female 57.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Black Jack vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.5%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.5%
	96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Black Jack vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Black Jack is $65,920, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,192 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 25.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Black Jack vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$65,920
	12% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$31,192

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	8.8%
	144% above US avg
Poverty Rate	12.2%
	2% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.4 min
Drive Alone	59.8%
Public Transit	3.6%
Work from Home	25.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Black Jack is $187,600, 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $213,530, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 94.5% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,177 (1% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 2,777 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. 35.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$187,600
	33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$213,530
Median List Price	$229,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$229,950
$/Sq Ft	$146
Homes Sold	5
Sale-to-List Ratio	94.5%
Price Drops	66.7%
Inventory	6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,177
	1% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$2,025
Rent Burden	35.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	65.7%
Housing Units	2,777
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

In Black Jack, 40.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 41.4% have high blood pressure. 15.9% are current smokers. 13.5% report binge drinking. 30.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.6% report depression. 18.8% experience frequent mental distress. 8.8% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Black Jack vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.0%
	25% above US avg
Diabetes	13.9%
Heart Disease	5.2%
High Blood Pressure	41.4%
Asthma	12.8%
COPD	6.1%
Cancer	4.9%
Stroke	4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.9%
	14% above US avg
Binge Drinking	13.5%
Physical Inactivity	30.8%
Depression	20.6%
Mental Distress	18.8%
Physical Distress	13.1%
Short Sleep	42.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.3%
Uninsured	8.8%
	2% above US avg
Checkup Rate	81.3%
Dental Visits	56.6%

Food & Exercise

Black Jack enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 266 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. The area receives 7.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 610 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	55.5°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	29°F (-2°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.4 inches
	1% above US avg
Snowfall	7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	610 ft (186 m)
Area	2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density	2,551/sq mi
Coordinates	38.7934°N, 90.2673°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	29°F (-2°C)	2.0 in	Coldest, Driest
February	34°F (1°C)	2.2 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.5 in
April	56°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	66°F (19°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
June	75°F (24°C)	3.7 in
July	79°F (26°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.2 in
September	70°F (21°C)	3.2 in
October	58°F (14°C)	2.8 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.4 in
December	34°F (1°C)	3.0 in

Black Jack has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 29°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.0").

26.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 21% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. 11.2% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 94.1% of households have broadband internet access. 59.8% of workers drive alone to work, while 3.6% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	26.5%
	21% below US avg
High School+	86.5%
Graduate Degree+	11.2%
School Test Score	5.51

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	2,551/sq mi
Total Area	2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	94.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.4 min
Drive Alone	59.8%
Public Transit	3.6%
Work from Home	25.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Black Jack

What is the population of Black Jack?

Black Jack has a population of 6,606 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 2,551 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 57.6% female and 42.4% male.

Is Black Jack expensive to live in?

Black Jack is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $65,920, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $187,600 (33% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,177 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Black Jack?

Black Jack enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Black Jack?

The job market in Black Jack faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 25.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Black Jack?

The median home value in Black Jack is $187,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $213,530. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,177. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Black Jack?

Schools in Black Jack score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 26.5% of adults in Black Jack hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. 11.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Black Jack?

The obesity rate in Black Jack is 40.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.9% of adults are smokers. 30.8% are physically inactive. 20.6% of residents report depression. 8.8% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Black Jack?

The average commute in Black Jack is 27 minutes. 59.8% of workers drive alone to work, 3.6% use public transit, and 25.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Black Jack?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Black Jack is 13.2% White, 84.2% Black or African American. 99.5% of residents speak only English at home. 8.7% of the population are military veterans. 17.4% of residents have a disability. 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

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