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Caledonia, MO

Missouri

Caledonia is a small town in Missouri with a population of 235. Residents earn $60,156 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
235 Population 1,469/sq mi density
$60,156 Median Income $27,450 per capita
$50,300 Home Value $213,988 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$60,156 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,300 home value, $725/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,156
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,300
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population235
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density1,469/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans1.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,156
Per Capita$27,450
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.5%
Commute53 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,300
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$213,988
Housing Units105
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking21.2%
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation935 ft (285 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+5.7%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute53 min
Broadband100.0%

Is Caledonia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Caledonia receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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 long commute times, high obesity rates. Caledonia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Caledonia is $60,156, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 53 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Caledonia is $50,300, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Caledonia 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 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches, including 8.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Caledonia has a population of 235 with a density of 1,469 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

235
Total Population
1,469
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.9%
Female 59.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Caledonia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Caledonia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caledonia is $60,156, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 53 minutes.

Income: Caledonia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,156
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,450

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time52.9 min
Drive Alone65.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Caledonia is $50,300, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $213,988.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,300
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$213,988

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.9%
Housing Units105
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

In Caledonia, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 21.2% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD9.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.2%
51% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep42.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits52.5%

Food & Exercise

Caledonia has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall8.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation935 ft (285 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,469/sq mi
Coordinates37.7634°N, 90.7729°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 100.0% 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+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+5.7%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,469/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute52.9 min
Drive Alone65.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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