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Blodgett, MO

Missouri

Blodgett is a small town in Missouri with a population of 182. Residents earn $66,875 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
182 Population 1,138/sq mi density
$66,875 Median Income $20,575 per capita
$131,300 Home Value
$1,025 Median Rent 19.4% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 250 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$66,875 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,300 home value, $1,025/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,875
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,025
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density1,138/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,875
Per Capita$20,575
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty12.5%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,300
Rent$1,025
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units82
Rent Burden19.4%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking19.5%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation325 ft (99 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+78.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute22 min
Broadband63.0%

Is Blodgett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blodgett receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Blodgett offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blodgett is $66,875, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blodgett is $131,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,025 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Blodgett enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Blodgett has a population of 182 with a density of 1,138 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.6%), with 14.8% Hispanic, 2.7% Black.

Population

182
Total Population
1,138
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.6%
Female 60.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Blodgett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Blodgett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blodgett is $66,875, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Blodgett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,875
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,575

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Blodgett is $131,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,025 (12% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,300
53% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,025
12% below US avg
Rent Burden19.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied42.9%
Housing Units82
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

In Blodgett, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 19.5% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 33.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity33.5%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits56.6%

Food & Exercise

Blodgett has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. The area enjoys 250 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,138/sq mi
Coordinates37.0042°N, 89.5270°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 63.0% 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+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+78.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,138/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Nearby Cities

Oran, MO 1,137 pop · 9.0 mi Sikeston, MO 16,231 pop · 9.4 mi Charleston, MO 4,565 pop · 11.3 mi Chaffee, MO 3,039 pop · 14.1 mi Scott City, MO 4,354 pop · 14.7 mi East Prairie, MO 2,930 pop · 17.4 mi Cairo, IL 1,699 pop · 19.0 mi Cape Girardeau, MO 40,047 pop · 20.8 mi Advance, MO 1,549 pop · 22.3 mi Bloomfield, MO 2,011 pop · 23.7 mi Jackson, MO 15,532 pop · 27.2 mi Dexter, MO 7,906 pop · 27.8 mi Lilbourn, MO 1,021 pop · 28.9 mi New Madrid, MO 2,720 pop · 30.8 mi
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