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Defiance, MO

Missouri

Defiance is a small town in Missouri with a population of 80. Residents earn $199,519 per year, which is 165% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
80 Population 79/sq mi density
$199,519 Median Income $93,223 per capita
55°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$199,519 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $199,519
165% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population80
Median Age59.3 yrs
Density79/mi²
Male / Female73% / 28%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans80.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$199,519
Per Capita$93,223
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
Commute19 min

Health

Obesity34.8%
Uninsured5.6%
Smoking12.2%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation518 ft (158 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+87.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Broadband39.0%

Is Defiance a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Defiance receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Defiance offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Defiance is $199,519, which is significantly higher than the national average — 165% above $75,149. This places Defiance among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Defiance experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 6.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Defiance has a population of 80 with a density of 79 people per square mile. The median age is 59.3 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

80
Total Population
79
People / sq mi
59.3yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 72.5%
Female 27.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Defiance vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Defiance vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Defiance is $199,519, which is 165% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Defiance vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$199,519
165% above US avg
Per Capita Income$93,223

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Defiance, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 12.2% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.6%
35% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits72.2%

Food & Exercise

Defiance has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°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

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall6.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation518 ft (158 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density79/sq mi
Coordinates38.6326°N, 90.7843°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 39.0% 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+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+87.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density79/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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