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Elmo, MO

Missouri

Elmo is a small town in Missouri with a population of 206. Residents earn $65,179 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
206 Population 936/sq mi density
$65,179 Median Income $26,605 per capita
$91,400 Home Value
$904 Median Rent 17.7% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,179 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,400 home value, $904/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,179
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,400
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.6%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $904
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population206
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density936/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans11.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,179
Per Capita$26,605
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty3.6%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,400
Rent$904
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units102
Rent Burden17.7%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking17.7%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.6%
High School+92.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute25 min
Broadband85.0%

Is Elmo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elmo receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Elmo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elmo is $65,179, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elmo is $91,400, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $904 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Elmo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Elmo has a population of 206 with a density of 936 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.3%).

Population

206
Total Population
936
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.2%
Female 57.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Elmo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Elmo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elmo is $65,179, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Elmo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,179
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,605

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Elmo is $91,400, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $904 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,400
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$904
22% below US avg
Rent Burden17.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.6%
Housing Units102
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

In Elmo, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep43.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits55.8%

Food & Exercise

Elmo has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density936/sq mi
Coordinates40.5183°N, 95.1155°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 85.0% 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+12.6%
63% below US avg
High School+92.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density936/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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