Doolittle, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $44,500

41% lower than US avg

Home Value $105,200

63% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.4%

66% lower than US avg

Median Rent $639

45% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.0%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.4%

61% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.3%

17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population579

Median Age35.4 yrs

Density208/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 92%

Veterans11.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$44,500

Per Capita$25,324

Unemployment1.4%

Poverty10.3%

Commute20 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$105,200

Rent$639

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$181,432

Housing Units272

Rent Burden21.8%

Crime

C+

Violent0/100K

Property660/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary165/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%

Uninsured9.5%

Smoking18.6%

Depression27.8%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain42.6 in/yr

Sunny Days259/yr

Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.4%

High School+79.8%

Graduate+4.8%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute20 min

Broadband88.4%

Is Doolittle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Doolittle receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Doolittle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Doolittle is $44,500, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Doolittle is $105,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $639 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Doolittle is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 660 per 100,000, 66% below the national average.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Doolittle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Doolittle has a population of 579 with a density of 208 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.2% female and 47.8% male. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.2% of residents. 11.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 22.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

579

Total Population

208

People / sq mi

35.4yrs

Median Age

9% below US avg

2.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%

Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Doolittle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.2%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.8%
	87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Doolittle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Doolittle is $44,500, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,324 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% 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 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Doolittle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$44,500
	41% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,324

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.4%
	61% below US avg
Poverty Rate	10.3%
	17% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.3 min
Drive Alone	73.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Doolittle is $105,200, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,432, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $639 (45% 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 272 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1968. 21.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$105,200
	63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$181,432

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$639
	45% below US avg
Rent Burden	21.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	80.6%
Housing Units	272
Median Year Built	1968

Property Tax

In Doolittle, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 33.2% have high blood pressure. 18.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.0% report binge drinking. 29.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.6% experience frequent mental distress. 9.5% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.0%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	10.4%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	33.2%
Asthma	11.0%
COPD	8.1%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.6%
	33% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.0%
Physical Inactivity	29.1%
Depression	27.8%
Mental Distress	19.6%
Physical Distress	14.7%
Short Sleep	40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.8%
Uninsured	9.5%
	10% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.2%
Dental Visits	58.4%

Food & Exercise

Doolittle has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 660 per 100,000, 66% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 495, burglary at 165, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Doolittle receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Doolittle vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	660.1/100K
	66% below US avg
Burglary	165.0/100K
Theft	495.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C+
Safety Score	2.5 / 5.0

Doolittle experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,001 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	55.4°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	31°F (-1°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	42.6 inches
	12% above US avg
Snowfall	5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,001 ft (305 m)
Area	2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²)
Population Density	208/sq mi
Coordinates	37.9404°N, 91.8809°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	31°F (-1°C)	2.0 in	Coldest, Driest
February	36°F (2°C)	2.2 in
March	46°F (8°C)	3.8 in
April	56°F (13°C)	3.9 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	4.1 in
July	78°F (25°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.6 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.9 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.7 in
November	46°F (8°C)	3.8 in
December	35°F (2°C)	3.1 in

Doolittle has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 31°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (2.0").

11.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 79.8% have completed high school. 4.8% 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. 88.4% of households have broadband internet access. 73.2% 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+	11.4%
	66% below US avg
High School+	79.8%
Graduate Degree+	4.8%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	208/sq mi
Total Area	2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	88.4%

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.3 min
Drive Alone	73.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Doolittle

What is the population of Doolittle?

Doolittle has a population of 579 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 208 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.2% female and 47.8% male.

Is Doolittle expensive to live in?

Doolittle 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 $44,500, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $105,200 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $639 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Doolittle safe?

Doolittle is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 660 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Doolittle receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Doolittle?

Doolittle has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Doolittle?

The job market in Doolittle is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 6.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Doolittle?

The median home value in Doolittle is $105,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,432. For renters, the median monthly rent is $639. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Doolittle?

Schools in Doolittle score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 11.4% of adults in Doolittle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.8% have completed high school. 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Doolittle?

The obesity rate in Doolittle is 36.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.6% of adults are smokers. 29.1% are physically inactive. 27.8% of residents report depression. 9.5% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Doolittle?

The average commute in Doolittle is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 73.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Doolittle?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Doolittle is 92.1% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 98.2% of residents speak only English at home. 11.0% of the population are military veterans. 22.4% of residents have a disability. 89.8% have health insurance coverage.

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