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Farmington, MO

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Farmington is a small city in Missouri with a population of 17,999. Residents earn $49,882 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
17,999 Population 1,897/sq mi density
$49,882 Median Income $25,531 per capita
$187,500 Home Value $247,542 Zillow
$856 Median Rent 27.3% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
407 Violent Crime/100K 4,177 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$49,882 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$187,500 home value, $856/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
407 violent crimes/100K (7% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,882
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,500
33% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 407/100K
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $856
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population17,999
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density1,897/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,882
Per Capita$25,531
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty13.3%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,500
Rent$856
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$247,542
Housing Units6,972
Rent Burden27.3%

Crime

F
Violent407/100K
Property4,177/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault336/100K
Burglary407/100K

Health

Obesity41.3%
Uninsured11.6%
Smoking22.2%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.9 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation919 ft (280 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+87.3%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband85.8%
EV Stations2

Is Farmington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farmington receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Farmington has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farmington is $49,882, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Farmington is $187,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $856 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 407 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,177 per 100,000, 113% above the national average.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Farmington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches, including 8.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Farmington has a population of 17,999 with a density of 1,897 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 5.7% Black.

Population

17,999
Total Population
1,897
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
9.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Farmington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Farmington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farmington is $49,882, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Farmington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,882
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% 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 Time20.5 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Farmington is $187,500, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $856 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $247,542.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,500
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$247,542
Median List Price$264,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$264,950
$/Sq Ft$142
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio91.5%
Price Drops28.3%
Inventory46

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$856
26% below US avg
Rent Burden27.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.6%
Housing Units6,972
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

In Farmington, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.6% of residents lack health insurance. 22.2% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 34.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD9.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.2%
59% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity34.6%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress16.3%
Short Sleep41.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.1%
Uninsured11.6%
35% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits51.6%

Food & Exercise

Farmington has a violent crime rate of 407 per 100,000 residents, 7% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,177 per 100,000 (113% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Farmington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent407.2/100K
7% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape55.0/100K
Robbery16.5/100K
Assault335.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,177.0/100K
113% above US avg
Burglary407.2/100K
Theft3,681.7/100K
Vehicle Theft88.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Farmington has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.9 inches. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.9 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall8.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation919 ft (280 m)
Area9.5 sq mi (24.6 km²)
Population Density1,897/sq mi
Coordinates37.7809°N, 90.4218°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 85.8% 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+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+87.3%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,897/sq mi
Total Area9.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home8.3%

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