Ethel, MO

Missouri

Ethel is a small town in Missouri with a population of 70.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
70 Population 304/sq mi density
52°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population70
Median Age75.3 yrs
Density304/mi²
Male / Female24% / 76%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

Per Capita$18,840
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.3%
Commute34 min

Housing

Ownership97.8%
Zillow$248,646
Housing Units59
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity35.4%
Uninsured2.9%
Smoking20.1%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Elevation863 ft (263 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+6.9%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute34 min
Broadband34.8%
EV Stations2

Is Ethel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ethel receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Ethel has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ethel experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches, including 18.9 inches of snow.

Ethel has a population of 70 with a density of 304 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 75.3 years, 94% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 75.7% female and 24.3% male. The city is predominantly White (95.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 6.5% of the population are veterans. 8.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 97.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

70
Total Population
2023 Census
304
People / sq mi
75.3yrs
Median Age
94% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 24.3%
Female 75.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ethel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ethel vs U.S. Average

Per capita income is $18,840 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 23.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ethel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,840

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.5%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $248,646. Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. 97.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 59 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1961. 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$248,646

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

Homeownership97.8%
Owner-Occupied97.8%
Renter-Occupied2.2%
Housing Units59
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

In Ethel, 35.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 32.8% have high blood pressure. 20.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.0% report binge drinking. 31.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.7% experience frequent mental distress. 2.9% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.1%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured2.9%
66% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits53.9%

Food & Exercise

Ethel experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches. The area receives 18.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 863 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Geography

Elevation863 ft (263 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density304/sq mi
Coordinates39.8946°N, 92.7402°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Nearest AirportKirksville Regional (IRK)
17 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.3"
3% above US avg
Snowfall 18.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.07"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M2.5 on Jul 15, 2025.

Jul 31, 2005 Missouri M3.3 131 km
Feb 8, 2004 6 km SSW of Stoutsville, Missouri M2.9 86 km
Jul 15, 2025 3 km W of Hale, Missouri M2.5 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

290 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 11 fatalities, 124 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 12, 2006 EF4 69 km 0
Apr 23, 1975 EF4 25 km 1
Apr 21, 1973 EF4 84 km 0
Apr 20, 1973 EF4 23 km 1
Jun 12, 1970 EF4 40 km 0
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 43 km 0
Jan 24, 1967 EF4 59 km 0
May 20, 1959 EF4 96 km 0
Mar 12, 2006 EF3 68 km 4
May 10, 2003 EF3 90 km 0
Apr 8, 1999 EF3 99 km 0
Jul 4, 1995 EF3 61 km 0
Apr 23, 1975 EF3 55 km 0
Apr 13, 1974 EF3 40 km 0
Apr 20, 1973 EF3 84 km 0
May 5, 1971 EF3 43 km 0
May 5, 1971 EF3 28 km 0
Jun 12, 1970 EF3 29 km 0
Apr 21, 1967 EF3 100 km 0
Aug 4, 2023 EF2 60 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.8 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in
April 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
May 62°F (17°C) 5.0 in
June 72°F (22°C) 5.1 in Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 4.4 in Warmest
August 74°F (23°C) 3.9 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 1.7 in

Ethel has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 26°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (1.6").

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16.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 52% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 34.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. 76.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+6.9%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density304/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access34.8%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.5%
Average costs for common services in Ethel. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $227 ($136-$363)
Specialist Visit $318 ($182-$499)
Urgent Care Visit $182 ($91-$318)
Emergency Room Visit $1,998 ($726-$4,540)
Dental Cleaning $118 ($68-$182)
Dental Filling $227 ($136-$363)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $41 ($23-$68)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $68 ($45-$109)
Brake Pad Replacement $272 ($136-$454)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18-$68)
New Tires (Set of 4) $545 ($363-$908)
Battery Replacement $182 ($91-$318)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $91 ($54-$136)
Electrician (Per Hour) $82 ($45-$127)
HVAC Repair $363 ($136-$726)
HVAC System Install $6,356 ($3,632-$10,896)
Roof Repair $908 ($363-$1,816)
Roof Replacement $8,172 ($4,994-$13,620)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,362 ($454-$3,178)
Divorce (Contested) $13,620 ($4,540-$27,240)
DUI Defense $4,540 ($1,816-$9,080)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,362 ($726-$2,724)
Will Preparation $454 ($182-$908)
Trust Preparation $2,270 ($908-$4,540)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14-$41)
Women's Haircut $50 ($27-$91)
Hair Coloring (Full) $136 ($68-$227)
Manicure $23 ($14-$41)
Pedicure $36 ($23-$59)
Massage (1 Hour) $73 ($45-$118)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.72 ($2.72-$4.99)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.18 ($2.27-$4.54)
Loaf of Bread $3.45 ($2.27-$4.99)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.09 ($2.72-$5.90)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.99 ($3.63-$6.81)
Rice (per lb) $0.91 ($0.54-$1.63)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $127 ($73-$227)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $64 ($27-$136)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $64 ($36-$109)
Internet (Monthly) $64 ($36-$91)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $59 ($27-$91)
Cable TV (Monthly) $77 ($45-$136)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $182 ($68-$454)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,816 ($1,090-$3,178)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $64 ($27-$118)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.26-$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $91 ($27-$227)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($14-$68)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,090 ($545-$2,270)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $908 ($454-$1,816)
After-School Care (Monthly) $363 ($182-$636)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $45 ($23-$91)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $908 ($363-$2,270)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,350 ($4,540-$27,240)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $54 ($27-$91)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $91 ($45-$182)
Dog Grooming $54 ($27-$91)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18-$68)
Dog Spay/Neuter $272 ($136-$454)
Cat Spay/Neuter $182 ($91-$363)
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Radio Stations near Ethel

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
88.7 KTRM (Truman State University, Kirksville, Missouri) college radio, state college MP3 192 kbps

National Parks Near Ethel

10 national parks and monuments found near Ethel.

ParkTypeFee
Crowder State Park State Park Free
Finger Lakes State Park State Park Free
Honey Creek Resort State Park Free
Lacey-Keosauqua State Park State Park Free
Lake Wapello State Park State Park Free
Long Branch State Park State Park Free
Mark Twain State Park State Park Free
Pershing State Park State Park Free
Thousand Hills State Park State Park Free
Van Meter State Park State Park Free

Museums in Ethel

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MAIN STREET USA CHARITALBE FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM6603763343$153,638
MOBERLY HISTORICAL & RAILROAD MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION603 W JACKSON
USS ARIES HYDROFOIL MEMORIALGENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Ethel

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MARCELINE CARNEGIE LIBRARY119 E CALIFORNIA AVE0.011,580
LAPLATA PUBLIC LIBRARY103 E MOORE ST0.07,120

Farmers Markets in Ethel

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marceline Farmers' Market (MABCC)Ripley Park, Main Street05/01/2014 to 09/25/2014Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit

Cell Towers in Ethel

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
34021 LUNAR DRIV EGTOWER101

Fire Stations in Ethel

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Ethel Volunteer Fire Department101 S Commercial ST SVolunteer660-486-3228

Bridges in Ethel

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous193238279F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193269279F
CulvertConcrete continuous193227279F
CulvertConcrete continuous19603081F
Channel BeamConcrete19609081P
CulvertConcrete continuous19602181F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel192920864P
CulvertConcrete continuous19492162F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete201228550F
CulvertConcrete continuous19492147F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19336043F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete continuous199815340F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20113335F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20114735G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous201222935G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19863030F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19978030G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20056025G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19914025F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19893725F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20054220G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete201512420G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20046020G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete continuous198715320F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19883020P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20154715G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19915415F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19873015F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20164915G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20034015G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20053815F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19923910G
Truss (Thru)Steel192023710P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2007425F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2006305G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2006415G

Amtrak Stations in Ethel

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
La Plata, MO535 North Owensby StreetTRAIN

Airports Near Ethel

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kirksville Regional AirportIRKMedium Airport
Applegate Airport-Small Airport
Bogard-Cowgill Airport-Small Airport
Bowen Field Ultralight Flightpark-Small Airport
Carl Ensor Airport-Small Airport
Eagle Lodge Airport-Small Airport
Famuliner Farms Airport-Small Airport
Harrison Airport-Small Airport
Hawk Air Airport-Small Airport
Hess-McKeown Airport-Small Airport
Howard Airport-Small Airport
Irons Airport-Small Airport
Jetsetter Outdoors Airport-Small Airport
Joe D Lewis Airport-Small Airport
Lake Village Airport-Small Airport
LZ Bravo Airport-Small Airport
Macon Fowler Memorial Airport-Small Airport
Memphis Memorial Airport-Small Airport
Newcomb Hereford Ranch Airport-Small Airport
North Central Missouri Regional Airport-Small Airport
Oak Ridge Farms Airport-Small Airport
Omar N Bradley AirportMBYSmall Airport
Palmer Airport-Small Airport
Schneider Field-Small Airport
Shelby County Airport-Small Airport
Shiloh Airpark-Small Airport
Shorten Airfield-Small Airport
Slater Memorial Airport-Small Airport
Slaughter Airport-Small Airport
Stockwell Field-Small Airport
Unionville Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Vansickle-Davis Airport-Small Airport
Widmark Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ethel

What is the population of Ethel?

Ethel has a population of 70 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 304 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 75.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 75.7% female and 24.3% male.

Is Ethel expensive to live in?

Ethel is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 / below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ethel?

Ethel has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 39.3 inches, with 18.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ethel?

The job market in Ethel is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 23.5% of workers work from home.

How are the schools in Ethel?

Schools in Ethel score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 16.1% of adults in Ethel hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ethel?

The obesity rate in Ethel is 35.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.1% of adults are smokers. 31.2% are physically inactive. 26.9% of residents report depression. 2.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate).

What is transportation like in Ethel?

The average commute in Ethel is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ethel?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ethel is 95.7% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 6.5% of the population are military veterans. 8.6% of residents have a disability. 97.1% have health insurance coverage.

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