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Blue Eye, MO

Missouri

Blue Eye is a small town in Missouri with a population of 413. Residents earn $31,250 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
413 Population 350/sq mi density
$31,250 Median Income $25,744 per capita
$128,100 Home Value $370,784 Zillow
$849 Median Rent 29.2% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 257 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$31,250 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$128,100 home value, $849/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,250
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,100
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $849
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population413
Median Age63.6 yrs
Density350/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$31,250
Per Capita$25,744
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty4.0%
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$128,100
Rent$849
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$370,784
Housing Units295
Rent Burden29.2%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking13.9%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation1,302 ft (397 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+83.0%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband79.0%
EV Stations1

Is Blue Eye a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blue Eye receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Blue Eye offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blue Eye is $31,250, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blue Eye is $128,100, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $849 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Blue Eye enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Blue Eye has a population of 413 with a density of 350 people per square mile. The median age is 63.6 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 3.1% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

413
Total Population
350
People / sq mi
63.6yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.7%
Female 60.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Blue Eye vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blue Eye vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blue Eye is $31,250, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Blue Eye vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,250
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,744

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Blue Eye is $128,100, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $849 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $370,784.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,100
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$370,784

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$849
27% below US avg
Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.3%
Housing Units295
Median Year Built2005

Property Tax

In Blue Eye, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Blue Eye vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.9%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits59.7%

Food & Exercise

Blue Eye has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.3 inches. The area enjoys 257 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.3 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,302 ft (397 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density350/sq mi
Coordinates36.5007°N, 93.3969°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 79.0% 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+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+83.0%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density350/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.9%

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