Eldon, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Eldon, MO
At a Glance
How Eldon Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Eldon's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Eldon a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Eldon residents earn a median household income of $39,202 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,723. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Eldon is $116,900 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $195,156. Median rent is $809/month, with 25.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Eldon reports 300 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 21% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 429/100K.
Education
16.6% of adults in Eldon hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below the national average). 91.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Eldon has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches.