Essex, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Essex, MO
At a Glance
How Essex Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Essex's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Essex a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Essex residents earn a median household income of $63,854 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,829. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Essex is $115,600 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $159,666. Median rent is $625/month, with 31.4% 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 1979.
Education
4.4% of adults in Essex hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below the national average). 77.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Essex has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches.