Creighton, MO

Missouri

Creighton is a small town in Missouri with a population of 271. Residents earn $58,571 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
271 Population 774/sq mi density
$58,571 Median Income $28,386 per capita
$103,100 Home Value $273,740 Zillow
$703 Median Rent 41.7% income on rent
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$58,571 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,100 home value, $703/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,571
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,100
63% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $703
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population271
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density774/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans11.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,571
Per Capita$28,386
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty11.8%
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,100
Rent$703
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$273,740
Rent Burden41.7%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+83.3%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute39 min
Broadband80.0%

Is Creighton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Creighton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Creighton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Creighton is $58,571, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Creighton is $103,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $703 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Creighton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Creighton has a population of 271 with a density of 774 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%).

Population

271
Total Population
774
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Creighton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Creighton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Creighton is $58,571, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Creighton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,571
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,386

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.9 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Creighton is $103,100, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $703 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $273,740.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,100
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$273,740
Median List Price$220,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$220,000
$/Sq Ft$198
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$703
40% below US avg
Rent Burden41.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.5%

Property Tax

In Creighton, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Checkup Rate75.2%

Food & Exercise

Creighton has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Creighton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 80.0% 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+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+83.3%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density774/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.9 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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