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Fleming, MO

Missouri

Fleming is a small town in Missouri with a population of 83. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
83 Population 154/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $19,243 per capita
$116,700 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 265 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,700 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,700
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.6%
131% higher than US avg

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

People

Population83
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density154/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans71.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$19,243
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty28.6%
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units62
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking18.6%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation768 ft (234 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+81.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute38 min
Broadband32.0%

Is Fleming a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fleming receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Fleming offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fleming is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 28.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fleming is $116,700, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Fleming experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fleming has a population of 83 with a density of 154 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.6%), with 7.2% Hispanic.

Population

83
Total Population
154
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.6%
Female 43.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Fleming vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fleming vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fleming is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Fleming vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,243

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.6%
131% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.4 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Fleming is $116,700, 59% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,700
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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

Owner-Occupied81.3%
Housing Units62
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

In Fleming, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits58.2%

Food & Exercise

Fleming has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.9 inches. The area enjoys 265 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.9 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall4.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation768 ft (234 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density154/sq mi
Coordinates39.1992°N, 94.0655°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 32.0% 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+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+81.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density154/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.4 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

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