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Brownington, MO

Missouri

Brownington is a small town in Missouri with a population of 80. Residents earn $37,917 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
80 Population 667/sq mi density
$37,917 Median Income $19,705 per capita
$78,300 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$37,917 median income, 8.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,300 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,917
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,300
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population80
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density667/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans67.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$37,917
Per Capita$19,705
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty25.0%
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units50
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking20.3%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation751 ft (229 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+81.3%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute38 min
Broadband39.0%

Is Brownington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brownington receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Brownington has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brownington is $37,917, 50% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brownington is $78,300, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Brownington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 5.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Brownington has a population of 80 with a density of 667 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 6.3% Hispanic.

Population

80
Total Population
667
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Brownington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Brownington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brownington is $37,917, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Brownington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,917
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,705

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.7 min
Drive Alone63.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Brownington is $78,300, 72% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,300
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.9%
Housing Units50
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

In Brownington, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 20.3% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.7%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.3%
45% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.4%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits55.4%

Food & Exercise

Brownington has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall5.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation751 ft (229 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density667/sq mi
Coordinates38.2459°N, 93.7230°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 39.0% 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+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+81.3%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density667/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.7 min
Drive Alone63.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

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