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Deerfield, MO

Missouri

Deerfield is a small town in Missouri with a population of 39.

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
39 Population 390/sq mi density
$108,300 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $108,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population39
Median Age65.9 yrs
Density390/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans35.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,005
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.1%
Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$108,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units31
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation797 ft (243 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute32 min
Broadband27.0%

Is Deerfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deerfield receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Deerfield faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deerfield is $108,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Deerfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Deerfield has a population of 39 with a density of 390 people per square mile. The median age is 65.9 years, 69% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

39
Total Population
390
People / sq mi
65.9yrs
Median Age
69% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Deerfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Deerfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deerfield is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Deerfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,005

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Deerfield is $108,300, 62% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,300
62% 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-Occupied81.5%
Housing Units31
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Deerfield has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.8 inches. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation797 ft (243 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density390/sq mi
Coordinates37.8384°N, 94.5080°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 27.0% 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+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density390/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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