Fisk, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $48,036

36% lower than US avg

Home Value $113,800

60% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 2.5%

93% lower than US avg

Median Rent $600

48% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.3%

29% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.0%

72% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.0%

19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population540

Median Age58.3 yrs

Density1,688/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 99%

Veterans8.1%

Economy

B+

Median Income$48,036

Per Capita$29,615

Unemployment1.0%

Poverty10.0%

Commute29 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$113,800

Rent$600

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$132,186

Housing Units207

Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity41.3%

Uninsured11.2%

Smoking23.6%

Depression31.4%

Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain47.2 in/yr

Sunny Days250/yr

Elevation328 ft (100 m)

Education

Bachelor's+2.5%

High School+91.1%

Graduate+0.2%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute29 min

Broadband74.4%

Is Fisk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fisk receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fisk offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fisk is $48,036, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fisk is $113,800, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Fisk enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fisk has a population of 540 with a density of 1,688 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 58.3 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.7% female and 51.3% male. The city is predominantly White (98.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 8.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 36.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

540

Total Population

1,688

People / sq mi

58.3yrs

Median Age

50% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%

Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Fisk 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

Fisk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fisk is $48,036, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,615 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 20.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fisk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$48,036
	36% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$29,615

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.0%
	72% below US avg
Poverty Rate	10.0%
	19% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.9 min
Drive Alone	38.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	20.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Fisk is $113,800, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,186, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 207 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. 29.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$113,800
	60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$132,186

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$600
	48% below US avg
Rent Burden	29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	71.4%
Housing Units	207
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

In Fisk, 41.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.0% of residents, above the national average. 36.8% have high blood pressure. 23.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.6% report binge drinking. 36.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 31.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 23.4% experience frequent mental distress. 11.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.3%
	29% above US avg
Diabetes	12.3%
Heart Disease	7.0%
High Blood Pressure	36.8%
Asthma	12.9%
COPD	10.6%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.6%
	69% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.6%
Physical Inactivity	36.4%
Depression	31.4%
Mental Distress	23.4%
Physical Distress	18.2%
Short Sleep	41.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.3%
Uninsured	11.2%
	30% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.1%
Dental Visits	52.2%

Food & Exercise

Fisk enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 328 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	57.6°F
	7% above US avg
January Average	33°F (0°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	250 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	47.2 inches
	24% above US avg
Snowfall	3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	328 ft (100 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density	1,688/sq mi
Coordinates	36.7820°N, 90.2087°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	33°F (0°C)	3.2 in	Coldest
February	38°F (3°C)	3.5 in
March	47°F (8°C)	5.2 in	Wettest
April	57°F (14°C)	4.5 in
May	67°F (19°C)	4.9 in
June	76°F (24°C)	3.5 in
July	80°F (27°C)	3.5 in	Warmest
August	78°F (25°C)	3.4 in
September	71°F (22°C)	3.7 in
October	60°F (15°C)	2.9 in	Driest
November	48°F (9°C)	4.4 in
December	38°F (3°C)	4.4 in

Fisk has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 33°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and October the driest (2.9").

2.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 93% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. 0.2% 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. 74.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 38.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	2.5%
	93% below US avg
High School+	91.1%
Graduate Degree+	0.2%
School Test Score	5.51

F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,688/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	74.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.9 min
Drive Alone	38.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	20.6%

Frequently Asked Questions About Fisk

What is the population of Fisk?

Fisk has a population of 540 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,688 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.7% female and 51.3% male.

Is Fisk expensive to live in?

Fisk is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $48,036, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $113,800 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Fisk?

Fisk enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.2 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Fisk?

The job market in Fisk is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 20.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fisk?

The median home value in Fisk is $113,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,186. For renters, the median monthly rent is $600. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Fisk?

Schools in Fisk score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 2.5% of adults in Fisk hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. 0.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Fisk?

The obesity rate in Fisk is 41.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.6% of adults are smokers. 36.4% are physically inactive. 31.4% of residents report depression. 11.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Fisk?

The average commute in Fisk is 29 minutes. 38.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fisk?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fisk is 98.7% White, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 8.1% of the population are military veterans. 36.8% of residents have a disability. 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

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