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Dudley, MO

Missouri

Dudley is a small town in Missouri with a population of 72. Residents earn $51,875 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
72 Population 185/sq mi density
$51,875 Median Income $40,574 per capita
$725 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$51,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$725/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,875
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population72
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density185/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans65.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$51,875
Per Capita$40,574
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.2%
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units61
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured12.0%
Smoking23.5%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation351 ft (107 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+86.7%
Graduate+7.9%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute13 min
Broadband41.0%

Is Dudley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dudley receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Dudley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dudley is $51,875, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Dudley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dudley has a population of 72 with a density of 185 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 2.8% Hispanic, 2.8% Black.

Population

72
Total Population
185
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dudley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dudley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dudley is $51,875, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Dudley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,875
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,574

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.6 min
Drive Alone52.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied36.6%
Housing Units61
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

In Dudley, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.0% of residents lack health insurance. 23.5% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 33.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD9.8%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.5%
68% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity33.4%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep42.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Uninsured12.0%
40% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits49.2%

Food & Exercise

Dudley has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density185/sq mi
Coordinates36.7887°N, 90.0932°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 41.0% 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+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+86.7%
Graduate Degree+7.9%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density185/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.6 min
Drive Alone52.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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