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Catron, MO

Missouri

Catron is a small town in Missouri with a population of 52. Residents earn $41,042 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
52 Population 141/sq mi density
$41,042 Median Income $30,488 per capita
58°F Avg Temperature 248 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$41,042 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,042
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population52
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density141/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans39.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,042
Per Capita$30,488
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.4%
Commute17 min

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation282 ft (86 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+78.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute17 min
Broadband29.0%

Is Catron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Catron receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Catron has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Catron is $41,042, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Catron enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Catron has a population of 52 with a density of 141 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

52
Total Population
141
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Catron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Catron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Catron is $41,042, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Catron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,042
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,488

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Catron has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. The area enjoys 248 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density141/sq mi
Coordinates36.6125°N, 89.7051°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 29.0% 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+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+78.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density141/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

New Madrid, MO 2,720 pop · 3.0 mi Lilbourn, MO 1,021 pop · 5.2 mi Portageville, MO 2,869 pop · 12.9 mi Malden, MO 3,818 pop · 15.0 mi Bernie, MO 1,772 pop · 15.1 mi Dexter, MO 7,906 pop · 18.9 mi Sikeston, MO 16,231 pop · 19.4 mi Tiptonville, TN 3,687 pop · 20.7 mi East Prairie, MO 2,930 pop · 21.1 mi Campbell, MO 1,719 pop · 22.1 mi Bloomfield, MO 2,011 pop · 22.6 mi Hayti, MO 2,145 pop · 26.3 mi Ridgely, TN 1,723 pop · 27.2 mi Charleston, MO 4,565 pop · 29.0 mi
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