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Camden, MO

Missouri

Camden is a small town in Missouri with a population of 91. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
91 Population 202/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $26,935 per capita
$51,700 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$51,700 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $51,700
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population91
Median Age55.1 yrs
Density202/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans74.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$26,935
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty5.5%
Commute46 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$51,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units41
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking18.4%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation889 ft (271 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+90.3%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute46 min
Broadband37.0%

Is Camden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Camden receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Camden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Camden is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Camden is $51,700, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Camden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Camden has a population of 91 with a density of 202 people per square mile. The median age is 55.1 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 4.4% Hispanic.

Population

91
Total Population
202
People / sq mi
55.1yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Camden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Camden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Camden is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Camden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,935

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.4 min
Drive Alone97.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Camden is $51,700, 82% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$51,700
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$697
1 Bedroom$716
2 Bedrooms$939
3 Bedrooms$1,306
4 Bedrooms$1,375

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.6%
Housing Units41
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

In Camden, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits58.7%

Food & Exercise

Camden has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation889 ft (271 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density202/sq mi
Coordinates38.0323°N, 92.7638°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 37.0% 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+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+90.3%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.50
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density202/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.4 min
Drive Alone97.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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