Dearborn, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $48,333

36% lower than US avg

Home Value $175,000

38% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 16.6%

51% lower than US avg

Median Rent $510

56% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.7%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.5%

86% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.5%

23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population545

Median Age39.1 yrs

Density665/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans13.6%

Economy

B+

Median Income$48,333

Per Capita$26,934

Unemployment0.5%

Poverty9.5%

Commute36 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$175,000

Rent$510

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$314,103

Housing Units260

Rent Burden17.3%

Health

Obesity36.7%

Uninsured7.3%

Smoking13.9%

Depression25.0%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain36.9 in/yr

Sunny Days269/yr

Elevation919 ft (280 m)

Education

Bachelor's+16.6%

High School+93.2%

Graduate+4.2%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute36 min

Broadband90.9%

Is Dearborn a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dearborn is $48,333, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dearborn is $175,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $510 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Dearborn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dearborn has a population of 545 with a density of 665 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.1% of residents. 13.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 28.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

545

Total Population

665

People / sq mi

39.1yrs

Median Age

1% above US avg

0.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%

Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dearborn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.1%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	0.9%
	93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dearborn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dearborn is $48,333, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,934 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 6.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Dearborn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$48,333
	36% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,934

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.5%
	86% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.5%
	23% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	35.9 min
Drive Alone	83.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Dearborn is $175,000, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $314,103, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $510 (56% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 260 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1962. 17.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$175,000
	38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$314,103
Median List Price	$115,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$115,000
$/Sq Ft	$214
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$510
	56% below US avg
Rent Burden	17.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	74.5%
Renter-Occupied	25.5%
Housing Units	260
Median Year Built	1962

Property Tax

In Dearborn, 36.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 30.8% have high blood pressure. 13.9% are current smokers. 18.9% report binge drinking. 22.4% are physically inactive. 25.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.3% experience frequent mental distress. 7.3% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.7%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	8.6%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	30.8%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	5.9%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.9%
	1% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.9%
Physical Inactivity	22.4%
Depression	25.0%
Mental Distress	17.3%
Physical Distress	12.1%
Short Sleep	36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.2%
Uninsured	7.3%
	15% below US avg
Checkup Rate	77.4%
Dental Visits	62.6%

Food & Exercise

Dearborn experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 269 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches. The area receives 3.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 919 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.3°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	36.9 inches
	3% below US avg
Snowfall	3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	919 ft (280 m)
Area	0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density	665/sq mi
Coordinates	39.5219°N, 94.7700°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-3°C)	1.0 in	Coldest, Driest
February	32°F (-0°C)	1.1 in
March	43°F (6°C)	2.4 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.3 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.9 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.6 in
July	78°F (25°C)	4.1 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	4.0 in
September	67°F (20°C)	4.8 in
October	56°F (13°C)	3.2 in
November	42°F (5°C)	2.1 in
December	31°F (-1°C)	1.5 in

Dearborn has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 26°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (1.0").

16.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 51% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 90.9% of households have broadband internet access. 83.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	16.6%
	51% below US avg
High School+	93.2%
Graduate Degree+	4.2%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	665/sq mi
Total Area	0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	90.9%
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	35.9 min
Drive Alone	83.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.6%

Frequently Asked Questions About Dearborn

What is the population of Dearborn?

Dearborn has a population of 545 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 665 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.1 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Dearborn expensive to live in?

Dearborn is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $48,333, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $175,000 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $510 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Dearborn?

Dearborn has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.9 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Dearborn?

The job market in Dearborn is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 36 minutes, and 6.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Dearborn?

The median home value in Dearborn is $175,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $314,103. For renters, the median monthly rent is $510. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Dearborn?

Schools in Dearborn score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 16.6% of adults in Dearborn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Dearborn?

The obesity rate in Dearborn is 36.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.9% of adults are smokers. 22.4% are physically inactive. 25.0% of residents report depression. 7.3% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Dearborn?

The average commute in Dearborn is 36 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Dearborn?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Dearborn is 94.1% White, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 99.1% of residents speak only English at home. 13.6% of the population are military veterans. 28.7% of residents have a disability. 92.2% have health insurance coverage.

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