Cosby, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Cosby, MO
At a Glance
How Cosby Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cosby's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cosby a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cosby residents earn a median household income of $58,125 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,728. The unemployment rate stands at 10.8% (200% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cosby is $115,000 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $365,230. Median rent is $728/month, with 32.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1950.
Education
5.1% of adults in Cosby hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below the national average). 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cosby has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches.