Burgess, MO
Missouri
Burgess is a small town in Missouri with a population of 32.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026
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How Burgess Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Burgess a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Burgess receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Burgess stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Burgess 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. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches, including 9.5 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Burgess vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Burgess vs U.S. Average
Income: Burgess vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Per Capita Income | $14,919 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
| Cost of Living | 90.80 (100=avg) |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Zillow ZHVI | $199,191 |
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 27.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $732 |
| 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $970 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,265 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,457 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 100.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 0.0% |
| Housing Units | 39 |
| Median Year Built | 1976 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Burgess vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.2% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.4% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Cancer | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 21.0% |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.3% |
| Depression | 26.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
| Short Sleep | 39.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Uninsured | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Dental Visits | 53.3% |
Food & Exercise
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.7°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 896 ft (273 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 291/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.5567°N, 94.6149°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest Airport | Joplin Regional (JLN) 25 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 5.3 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 6.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 2.1 in |
Burgess has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 34°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.8") and January the driest (1.9").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 54.2 points
Safety & Disasters
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 78.1% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 0.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.51 |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 291/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.1 sq mi |
Services
| Broadband Access | 100.0% |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $227 ($136-$363) |
| Specialist Visit | $318 ($182-$499) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $182 ($91-$318) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $1,998 ($726-$4,540) |
| Dental Cleaning | $118 ($68-$182) |
| Dental Filling | $227 ($136-$363) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $41 ($23-$68) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $68 ($45-$109) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $272 ($136-$454) |
| Tire Rotation | $36 ($18-$68) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $545 ($363-$908) |
| Battery Replacement | $182 ($91-$318) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $91 ($54-$136) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $82 ($45-$127) |
| HVAC Repair | $363 ($136-$726) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,356 ($3,632-$10,896) |
| Roof Repair | $908 ($363-$1,816) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,172 ($4,994-$13,620) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,362 ($454-$3,178) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $13,620 ($4,540-$27,240) |
| DUI Defense | $4,540 ($1,816-$9,080) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,362 ($726-$2,724) |
| Will Preparation | $454 ($182-$908) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,270 ($908-$4,540) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $23 ($14-$41) |
| Women's Haircut | $50 ($27-$91) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $136 ($68-$227) |
| Manicure | $23 ($14-$41) |
| Pedicure | $36 ($23-$59) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $73 ($45-$118) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.72 ($2.72-$4.99) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.18 ($2.27-$4.54) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.45 ($2.27-$4.99) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.09 ($2.72-$5.90) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $4.99 ($3.63-$6.81) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.91 ($0.54-$1.63) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $127 ($73-$227) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $64 ($27-$136) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $64 ($36-$109) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $64 ($36-$91) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $59 ($27-$91) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $77 ($45-$136) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $182 ($68-$454) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,816 ($1,090-$3,178) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $64 ($27-$118) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14 ($7.26-$23) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $91 ($27-$227) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $27 ($14-$68) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,090 ($545-$2,270) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $908 ($454-$1,816) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $363 ($182-$636) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $45 ($23-$91) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $908 ($363-$2,270) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,350 ($4,540-$27,240) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $54 ($27-$91) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $91 ($45-$182) |
| Dog Grooming | $54 ($27-$91) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $36 ($18-$68) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $272 ($136-$454) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $182 ($91-$363) |
Radio Stations near Burgess
18 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ambient.fm | ambient, ambient and relaxation music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ALT 92.1 Reno | alternative rock | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Nevada Talk Network | conservative talk, conspiracy theories | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 113.FM Elevator | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RVGM | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| KELK Radio Elko | adult contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KCEP 88.1 "Power 88" Las Vegas, NV | community radio, las vegas | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| KKGK Fox Sports 98.9/1340 | live sports, sports | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| KUNR 88.7 "Reno Public Radio", NV | npr, public radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Goldfield | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KOMB - All Hit 103.9 FM | classic hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 1460 AM Deportes Vegas | deportes, entretenimiento | MP3 24 kbps | |
| Exa FM Las Vegas - 94.5 FM - KXLI - Radio Activo Broadcasting, LLC - Las Vegas, Nevada | 94.5 fm, américa | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Fiesta Las Vegas 98.1 FM | banda, entretenimiento | AAC 128 kbps | |
| KWNK - Reno Community Radio | college, college radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Shouting Fire | alternative, community | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NYE Underground | 70s, 80s | MP3 160 kbps | |
| 91,5 Jazz and more | - | MP3 256 kbps |
National Parks Near Burgess
12 national parks and monuments found near Burgess.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Bernice State Park | State Park | Free |
| Big Sugar Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Crawford Fishing Lake Number One | State Park | Free |
| Crawford State Park | State Park | Free |
| Crawford State Park Lake | State Park | Free |
| Fort Scott National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| George Washington Carver National Monument | National Monument | Free |
| Honey Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Prairie State Park | State Park | Free |
| Roaring River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Stockton State Park | State Park | Free |
| Twin Bridges State Park | State Park | Free |
Museums in Burgess
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUSHWACKER WILD LIFE AREA | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4179223227 | ||
| CRAWFORD COUNTY HISTORICAL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6202311440 | ||
| HISTORIC GIRARD | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6207244570 | ||
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF CRAWFORD COUNTY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 651 S HIGHWAY 69 | 6202311440 | |
| L. RUSSELL KELCE PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 6202317000 | ||
| MINERS HALL MUSEUM FOUNDATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 6203474220 | ||
| MUSEUM OF CRAWFORD COUNTY | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| PITTSBURG STATE UNIVERSITY NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | 3162354732 |
Libraries in Burgess
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PITTSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY | 308 NORTH WALNUT | 0.0 | 120,714 | |||
| GIRARD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 128 WEST PRAIRIE AVE. | 0.0 | 45,914 | |||
| ARMA CITY LIBRARY | 508 E. WASHINGTON STREET | 0.0 | 20,907 |
Farmers Markets in Burgess
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburg Farmers Market | 2nd & Broadway | 04/13/2013 to 11/02/2013 | Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM; | Visit |
Cell Towers in Burgess
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 371 NORTH 160 STREET | TOWER | 130 |
| (Pittsburg #1) 125 North Locust | LTOWER | 66 |
Bridges in Burgess
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1959 | 127 | 365 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1930 | 112 | 300 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1992 | 43 | 100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2008 | 87 | 35 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2006 | 33 | 30 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 1988 | 38 | 20 | P |
Airports Near Burgess
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Joplin Regional Airport | JLN | Medium Airport |
| 7Up Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Atkinson Municipal Airport | PTS | Small Airport |
| Barlet's Base Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Baugh Flight Park Ultralightport | - | Small Airport |
| Blue Sky Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bob White Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Breckenridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brownsberger Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Butler Memorial Airport | BUM | Small Airport |
| Cal Acres Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Clemens Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cook Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cooper Flying Service Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coose Field | - | Small Airport |
| Diamond H Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Dorado Springs Memorial Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Emmerson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ensminger Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Five Mile Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fort Scott Municipal Airport | FSK | Small Airport |
| G & S Space Port Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Galichia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Garnett Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Goans Field | - | Small Airport |
| Greg Post Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harrison Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jta Asbell Field | - | Small Airport |
| Kingsley Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kingsley Private Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lamar Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lamb Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laughlin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Linn County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lucky Weasel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lynch Field | - | Small Airport |
| McGuire Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Miami Municipal Airport | MIO | Small Airport |
| Monett Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Vernon Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Neosho Hugh Robinson Airport | EOS | Small Airport |
| Nevada Municipal Airport | NVD | Small Airport |
| Nimsick Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Old 66 Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Oswego Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Papas Dream Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Reed-Wilsonton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Route 66 Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Seiferd Field | - | Small Airport |
| Shepherd Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Burgess
9 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Arcadia Police Department | ||
| Arma Police Department | ||
| Cherokee Police Department | ||
| Crawford County Jail | 225 North Enterprise Drive | |
| Crawford County Sheriff's Office | 225 North Enterprise Drive | |
| Frontenac Police Department | ||
| Girard Police Department | ||
| Mulberry Police Department | ||
| Pittsburg Police Department | 201 North Pine Street |
Treatment Centers in Burgess
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Community MHC of Crawford County - Outpatient | Both | 620-231-5130 |
| Community MHC of Crawford County - Outpatient Services | Both | 620-724-8806 |
| Girard Medical Center | Mental Health | 620-724-8291 |
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Mines Near Burgess
1 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Burgess.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Mine #22 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
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What is the population of Burgess?
Burgess has a population of 32 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 291 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 66.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 37.5% female and 62.5% male.
Is Burgess expensive to live in?
Burgess is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 / below the baseline of 100.
What is the weather like in Burgess?
Burgess enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 45.8 inches, with 9.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Burgess?
The job market in Burgess is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%.
How are the schools in Burgess?
Schools in Burgess score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 0.0% of adults in Burgess hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Burgess?
The obesity rate in Burgess is 39.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.0% of adults are smokers. 31.3% are physically inactive. 26.0% of residents report depression. 0.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate).
What are the demographics of Burgess?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Burgess is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 21.9% of the population are military veterans. 21.9% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.
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