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Bolckow, MO

Missouri

Bolckow is a small town in Missouri with a population of 234. Residents earn $52,083 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
234 Population 709/sq mi density
$52,083 Median Income $24,926 per capita
$57,500 Home Value $297,370 Zillow
$638 Median Rent 13.9% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$52,083 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,500 home value, $638/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,083
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $638
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population234
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density709/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans17.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,083
Per Capita$24,926
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty12.1%
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,500
Rent$638
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$297,370
Housing Units105
Rent Burden13.9%

Health

Obesity35.4%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking15.8%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation948 ft (289 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute30 min
Broadband97.0%

Is Bolckow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bolckow receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bolckow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bolckow is $52,083, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bolckow is $57,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $638 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bolckow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bolckow has a population of 234 with a density of 709 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

234
Total Population
709
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bolckow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bolckow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bolckow is $52,083, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Bolckow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,083
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,926

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Bolckow is $57,500, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $638 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $297,370.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,500
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$297,370

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$116
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$638
45% below US avg
Rent Burden13.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.3%
Housing Units105
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

In Bolckow, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits64.4%

Food & Exercise

Bolckow has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.8 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.8 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation948 ft (289 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density709/sq mi
Coordinates40.1130°N, 94.8222°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 97.0% 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+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density709/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

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