Cardwell, MO

Missouri

Cardwell is a small town in Missouri with a population of 846. Residents earn $17,917 per year, which is 76% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
846 Population 1,343/sq mi density
$17,917 Median Income $13,552 per capita
$44,700 Home Value
$764 Median Rent 39.9% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$17,917 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$44,700 home value, $764/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $17,917
76% lower than US avg
Home Value $44,700
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $764
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.0%
50% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.6%
235% higher than US avg

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

People

Population846
Median Age23.7 yrs
Density1,343/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans1.6%

Economy

C
Median Income$17,917
Per Capita$13,552
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty41.6%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$44,700
Rent$764
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units412
Rent Burden39.9%

Health

Obesity48.0%
Uninsured15.8%
Smoking27.1%
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation246 ft (75 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+73.9%
Graduate+4.9%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute16 min
Broadband94.4%

Is Cardwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cardwell receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Cardwell has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cardwell is $17,917, 76% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. The poverty rate of 41.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cardwell is $44,700, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $764 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cardwell has a population of 846 with a density of 1,343 people per square mile. The median age is 23.7 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 5.2% Hispanic.

Population

846
Total Population
1,343
People / sq mi
23.7yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cardwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.4%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.6%
21% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cardwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cardwell is $17,917, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Cardwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$17,917
76% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,552

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.6%
235% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cardwell is $44,700, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $764 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$44,700
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$764
34% below US avg
Rent Burden39.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied44.0%
Housing Units412
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

In Cardwell, 48.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.8% of residents lack health insurance. 27.1% are current smokers. 29.7% report depression. 44.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.0%
50% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease8.2%
High Blood Pressure39.8%
Asthma11.9%
COPD12.3%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.1%
94% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity44.9%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress23.3%
Physical Distress20.1%
Short Sleep41.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.1%
Uninsured15.8%
84% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits42.1%

Food & Exercise

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 94.4% 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+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+73.9%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,343/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

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