Denver, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $24,643

67% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 17.6%

48% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,000

14% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.7%

3% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 62.5%

404% higher than US avg

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

People

Population23

Median Age66.3 yrs

Density61/mi²

Male / Female65% / 35%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans23.0%

Economy

Median Income$24,643

Per Capita$14,187

Unemployment3.7%

Poverty62.5%

Commute17 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$1,000

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units17

Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain35.0 in/yr

Sunny Days273/yr

Elevation922 ft (281 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.6%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+21.4%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute17 min

Broadband12.0%

Is Denver a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Denver receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Denver faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Denver is $24,643, 67% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 62.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

17.6% 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

Denver experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Denver has a population of 23 with a density of 61 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 66.3 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 34.8% female and 65.2% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 23.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 0.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 90.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

66.3yrs

Median Age

70% above US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.2%

Female 34.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Denver vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Denver vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Denver is $24,643, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $14,187 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 62.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Denver vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$24,643
	67% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$14,187

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.7%
	3% above US avg
Poverty Rate	62.5%
	404% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.2 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% 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 17 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,000
	14% below US avg
Rent Burden	27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	17
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Denver experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 273 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 35.0 inches. The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 922 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	51.3°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	35.0 inches
	8% below US avg
Snowfall	3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	922 ft (281 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density	61/sq mi
Coordinates	40.3972°N, 94.3246°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	23°F (-5°C)	0.9 in	Coldest, Driest
February	29°F (-2°C)	0.9 in
March	40°F (5°C)	2.3 in
April	52°F (11°C)	3.1 in
May	62°F (17°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
June	71°F (22°C)	4.2 in
July	76°F (25°C)	4.3 in	Warmest
August	74°F (23°C)	4.2 in
September	66°F (19°C)	4.3 in
October	54°F (12°C)	3.0 in
November	40°F (4°C)	2.1 in
December	28°F (-2°C)	1.4 in

Denver has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 23°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (0.9").

17.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 21.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (above 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. 12.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 100% 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+	17.6%
	48% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	21.4%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	61/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	12.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.2 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Denver

What is the population of Denver?

Denver has a population of 23 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 66.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 34.8% female and 65.2% male.

Is Denver expensive to live in?

Denver 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 $24,643, 67% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Denver?

Denver has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Denver?

Denver has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Denver?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,000. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Denver?

Schools in Denver score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.6% of adults in Denver hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 21.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Denver?

The average commute in Denver is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Denver?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Denver is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 23.0% of the population are military veterans. 0.0% of residents have a disability. 90.5% have health insurance coverage.

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