Blackwater, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Blackwater, MO
At a Glance
How Blackwater Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Blackwater's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Blackwater a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Blackwater residents earn a median household income of $68,125 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,996. The unemployment rate stands at 1.1% (69% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Blackwater is $109,400 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $278,116. Median rent is $883/month, with 14.2% 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 1943.
Education
20.8% of adults in Blackwater hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Blackwater has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches.