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De Witt, MO

Missouri

De Witt is a small town in Missouri with a population of 61.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
61 Population 254/sq mi density
$41,700 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $41,700
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.5%
90% higher than US avg

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

People

Population61
Median Age66.1 yrs
Density254/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans61.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,700
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty23.5%
Commute34 min

Housing

Home Value$41,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units34
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking19.9%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation758 ft (231 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+70.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute34 min
Broadband32.0%

Is De Witt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, De Witt receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. De Witt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 23.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in De Witt is $41,700, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

De Witt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

De Witt has a population of 61 with a density of 254 people per square mile. The median age is 66.1 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

61
Total Population
254
People / sq mi
66.1yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

De Witt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

De Witt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in De Witt is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: De Witt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.5%
90% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in De Witt is $41,700, 85% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$41,700
85% 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-Occupied96.9%
Housing Units34
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

In De Witt, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.9% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 32.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: De Witt vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.9%
42% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity32.4%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits58.1%

Food & Exercise

De Witt has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 266 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall4.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density254/sq mi
Coordinates39.3843°N, 93.2206°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. 32.0% 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+70.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density254/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

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