Bourbon, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $63,125

16% lower than US avg

Home Value $116,000

59% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 495/100K

30% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.8%

59% lower than US avg

Median Rent $861

26% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.2%

28% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.6%

28% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 14.6%

18% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,694

Median Age30.4 yrs

Density1,264/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 87%

Veterans9.2%

Economy

B+

Median Income$63,125

Per Capita$23,959

Unemployment2.6%

Poverty14.6%

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$116,000

Rent$861

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$154,688

Housing Units757

Rent Burden21.9%

Crime

Violent495/100K

Property2,103/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault433/100K

Burglary618/100K

Health

Obesity41.2%

Uninsured10.6%

Smoking20.4%

Depression27.4%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain40.9 in/yr

Sunny Days262/yr

Elevation948 ft (289 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.8%

High School+81.8%

Graduate+4.7%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute26 min

Broadband89.4%

Is Bourbon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bourbon receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Bourbon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bourbon is $63,125, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bourbon is $116,000, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $861 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 495 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,103 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bourbon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bourbon has a population of 1,694 with a density of 1,264 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 30.4 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 3.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.6% of residents. 9.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 23.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,694

Total Population

1,264

People / sq mi

30.4yrs

Median Age

22% below US avg

1.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%

Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bourbon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	96.6%
	23% above US avg
Spanish	3.4%
	75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bourbon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bourbon is $63,125, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,959 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 1.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bourbon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,125
	16% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,959

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.6%
	28% below US avg
Poverty Rate	14.6%
	18% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.9 min
Drive Alone	65.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Bourbon is $116,000, 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,688, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $861 (26% below 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 757 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. 21.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$116,000
	59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$154,688

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$861
	26% below US avg
Rent Burden	21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	57.4%
Housing Units	757
Median Year Built	1976

Property Tax

In Bourbon, 41.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 32.4% have high blood pressure. 20.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.2% report binge drinking. 31.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.4% experience frequent mental distress. 10.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.2%
	28% above US avg
Diabetes	10.7%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	32.4%
Asthma	11.2%
COPD	8.7%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.4%
	46% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.2%
Physical Inactivity	31.0%
Depression	27.4%
Mental Distress	20.4%
Physical Distress	15.4%
Short Sleep	40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.8%
Uninsured	10.6%
	23% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.2%
Dental Visits	55.5%

Food & Exercise

Bourbon has a violent crime rate of 495 per 100,000 residents, 30% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 432.9 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 61.8. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,103 per 100,000, 7% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,422, burglary at 618, vehicle theft at 62 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Bourbon receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Bourbon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	494.7/100K
	30% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	61.8/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	432.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,102.7/100K
	7% above US avg
Burglary	618.4/100K
Theft	1,422.4/100K
Vehicle Theft	61.8/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Bourbon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 262 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 40.9 inches. The area receives 7.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 948 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	54.8°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.9 inches
	8% above US avg
Snowfall	7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	948 ft (289 m)
Area	1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density	1,264/sq mi
Coordinates	38.1548°N, 91.2440°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	30°F (-1°C)	1.9 in	Coldest, Driest
February	35°F (2°C)	2.2 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.7 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.9 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	3.8 in
July	77°F (25°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	3.5 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.7 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.3 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.6 in
December	34°F (1°C)	3.0 in

Bourbon has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 30°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (1.9").

13.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 59% below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 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. 89.4% of households have broadband internet access. 65.4% of workers drive alone to work.

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+	81.8%
Graduate Degree+	4.7%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,264/sq mi
Total Area	1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	89.4%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.9 min
Drive Alone	65.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Bourbon

What is the population of Bourbon?

Bourbon has a population of 1,694 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,264 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Bourbon expensive to live in?

Bourbon 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 $63,125, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $116,000 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $861 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bourbon safe?

The violent crime rate in Bourbon is 495 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,103 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Bourbon receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bourbon?

Bourbon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches, with 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Bourbon?

The job market in Bourbon is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 1.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bourbon?

The median home value in Bourbon is $116,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,688. For renters, the median monthly rent is $861. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Bourbon?

Schools in Bourbon score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.8% of adults in Bourbon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bourbon?

The obesity rate in Bourbon is 41.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.4% of adults are smokers. 31.0% are physically inactive. 27.4% of residents report depression. 10.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Bourbon?

The average commute in Bourbon is 26 minutes. 65.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bourbon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bourbon is 86.8% White, 3.2% Hispanic or Latino. 96.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.4% speak Spanish. 9.2% of the population are military veterans. 23.0% of residents have a disability. 88.8% have health insurance coverage.

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