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Coney Island, MO

Missouri

Coney Island is a small town in Missouri with a population of 51. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
51 Population 850/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $41,718 per capita
$441,700 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature 257 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 4.4% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.5 / 5.0
$441,700 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $441,700
57% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.3%
112% higher than US avg

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

People

Population51
Median Age58.3 yrs
Density850/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans45.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$41,718
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty26.3%
Commute26 min

Housing

D
Home Value$441,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units93
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation974 ft (297 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+81.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband23.0%

Is Coney Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coney Island receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Coney Island has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coney Island is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 26.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coney Island is $441,700, making it a premium housing market at 57% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Coney Island enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Coney Island has a population of 51 with a density of 850 people per square mile. The median age is 58.3 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

51
Total Population
850
People / sq mi
58.3yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Coney Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Coney Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coney Island is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Coney Island vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.3%
112% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Coney Island is $441,700, 57% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$441,700
57% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%
Housing Units93
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Coney Island has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.3 inches. The area enjoys 257 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.3 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density850/sq mi
Coordinates36.5931°N, 93.3971°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 23.0% 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+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+81.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density850/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.0%

Nearby Cities

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