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Edgar Springs, MO

Missouri

Edgar Springs is a small town in Missouri with a population of 213. Residents earn $50,341 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
213 Population 453/sq mi density
$50,341 Median Income $25,083 per capita
$83,200 Home Value $221,765 Zillow
$682 Median Rent 18.2% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 258 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
$50,341 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,200 home value, $682/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,341
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,200
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $682
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population213
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density453/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans16.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,341
Per Capita$25,083
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty7.0%
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,200
Rent$682
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$221,765
Housing Units95
Rent Burden18.2%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property505/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity35.4%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking17.7%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation1,207 ft (368 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+86.5%
Graduate+10.4%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute33 min
Broadband97.0%

Is Edgar Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edgar Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Edgar Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edgar Springs is $50,341, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edgar Springs is $83,200, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $682 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Edgar Springs 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 505 per 100,000, 74% below the national average.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Edgar Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Edgar Springs has a population of 213 with a density of 453 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.9%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 7% Black.

Population

213
Total Population
453
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Edgar Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Edgar Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edgar Springs is $50,341, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Edgar Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,341
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,083

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Edgar Springs is $83,200, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $682 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,765.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,200
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$221,765

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$682
41% below US avg
Rent Burden18.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.5%
Housing Units95
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

In Edgar Springs, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Edgar Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits56.6%

Food & Exercise

Edgar Springs has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 505 per 100,000 (74% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property505.1/100K
74% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft505.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Edgar Springs has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.8 inches. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,207 ft (368 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density453/sq mi
Coordinates37.7045°N, 91.8665°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 97.0% 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+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+86.5%
Graduate Degree+10.4%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density453/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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