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Elmer, MO

Missouri

Elmer is a small town in Missouri with a population of 18. Residents earn $34,583 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
18 Population 72/sq mi density
$34,583 Median Income $24,489 per capita
$37,500 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$34,583 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$37,500 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,583
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $37,500
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population18
Median Age69.0 yrs
Density72/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans17.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,583
Per Capita$24,489
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.0%
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$37,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units30
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation735 ft (224 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute31 min
Broadband11.0%

Is Elmer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elmer receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Elmer stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elmer is $34,583, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elmer is $37,500, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Elmer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 5.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Elmer has a population of 18 with a density of 72 people per square mile. The median age is 69.0 years, 77% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

18
Total Population
72
People / sq mi
69.0yrs
Median Age
77% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Elmer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.5%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.5%
29% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elmer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elmer is $34,583, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Elmer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,583
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,489

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Elmer is $37,500, 87% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$37,500
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units30
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Elmer has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 263 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall5.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation735 ft (224 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density72/sq mi
Coordinates39.9568°N, 92.6504°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 11.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density72/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

La Plata, MO 1,401 pop · 9.6 mi Kirksville, MO 17,493 pop · 16.8 mi Macon, MO 5,457 pop · 17.6 mi Marceline, MO 2,269 pop · 23.1 mi Linn, MO 1,302 pop · 25.2 mi Brookfield, MO 4,128 pop · 25.4 mi Edina, MO 1,420 pop · 29.2 mi Milan, MO 1,883 pop · 30.3 mi Huntsville, MO 1,806 pop · 36.1 mi Shelbina, MO 2,108 pop · 37.0 mi Salisbury, MO 1,629 pop · 37.7 mi Moberly, MO 13,634 pop · 38.9 mi Unionville, MO 1,725 pop · 40.5 mi Memphis, MO 1,860 pop · 42.9 mi
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