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Craig, MO

Missouri

Craig is a small town in Missouri with a population of 107. Residents earn $36,875 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
107 Population 412/sq mi density
$36,875 Median Income $17,771 per capita
$47,500 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$36,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,500 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,875
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,500
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population107
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density412/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans78.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,875
Per Capita$17,771
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.5%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units103
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured10.9%
Smoking19.3%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation873 ft (266 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+67.1%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband44.0%

Is Craig a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Craig receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Craig stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Craig is $36,875, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Craig is $47,500, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Craig experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Craig has a population of 107 with a density of 412 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%).

Population

107
Total Population
412
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Craig vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Craig vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Craig is $36,875, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Craig vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,875
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,771

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Craig is $47,500, 83% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,500
83% below 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-Occupied90.9%
Housing Units103
Median Year Built1940

Property Tax

In Craig, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.9% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured10.9%
27% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits58.0%

Food & Exercise

Craig has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.7 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation873 ft (266 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density412/sq mi
Coordinates40.1947°N, 95.3711°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 44.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+67.1%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score5.51
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density412/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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