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East Lynne, MO

Missouri

East Lynne is a small town in Missouri with a population of 174. Residents earn $47,250 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
174 Population 527/sq mi density
$47,250 Median Income $28,641 per capita
$158,000 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$47,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$158,000 home value, $900/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,250
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $158,000
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population174
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density527/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans11.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,250
Per Capita$28,641
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.9%
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,000
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units97
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking19.0%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation866 ft (264 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+97.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute36 min
Broadband81.0%

Is East Lynne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Lynne receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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, long commute times, high obesity rates. East Lynne offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Lynne is $47,250, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Lynne is $158,000, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

East Lynne experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

East Lynne has a population of 174 with a density of 527 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 8% Hispanic.

Population

174
Total Population
527
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

East Lynne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

East Lynne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Lynne is $47,250, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: East Lynne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,250
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,641

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in East Lynne is $158,000, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,000
44% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.4%
Housing Units97
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

In East Lynne, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 19.0% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Lynne vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.0%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep41.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.7%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits58.3%

Food & Exercise

East Lynne has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. The area enjoys 263 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density527/sq mi
Coordinates38.6683°N, 94.2294°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 81.0% 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+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+97.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density527/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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