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Coffey, MO

Missouri

Coffey is a small town in Missouri with a population of 108. Residents earn $25,625 per year, which is 66% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
108 Population 514/sq mi density
$25,625 Median Income $14,668 per capita
$39,300 Home Value
$875 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$25,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$39,300 home value, $875/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,625
66% lower than US avg
Home Value $39,300
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.5%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 46.2%
273% higher than US avg

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

People

Population108
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density514/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans84.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$25,625
Per Capita$14,668
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty46.2%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$39,300
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units58
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured10.2%
Smoking19.3%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation938 ft (286 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.5%
High School+78.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Broadband51.0%

Is Coffey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coffey receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Coffey has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coffey is $25,625, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 46.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coffey is $39,300, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Coffey has a population of 108 with a density of 514 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%).

Population

108
Total Population
514
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.3%
Female 40.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Coffey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Coffey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coffey is $25,625, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 46.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Coffey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,625
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,668

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate46.2%
273% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Coffey is $39,300, 86% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$39,300
86% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.4%
Housing Units58
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

In Coffey, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.1%
Uninsured10.2%
19% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits57.5%

Food & Exercise

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 51.0% 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+2.5%
93% below US avg
High School+78.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density514/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Nearby Cities

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