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Deering, MO

Missouri

Deering is a small town in Missouri with a population of 57. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
57 Population 190/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $19,263 per capita
$45,600 Home Value
59°F Avg Temperature 247 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,600 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,600
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population57
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density190/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans42.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$19,263
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.5%
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units39
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation256 ft (78 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+77.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute30 min
Broadband24.0%

Is Deering a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deering receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Deering offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deering is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deering is $45,600, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Deering enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Deering has a population of 57 with a density of 190 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 3.5% Hispanic.

Population

57
Total Population
190
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.7%
Female 33.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Deering vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Deering vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deering is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Deering vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,263

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Deering is $45,600, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,600
84% 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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units39
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Deering has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.2 inches. The area enjoys 247 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density190/sq mi
Coordinates36.1909°N, 89.8829°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 24.0% 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+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+77.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density190/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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