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Fortuna, MO

Missouri

Fortuna is a small town in Missouri with a population of 92. Residents earn $41,042 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
92 Population 460/sq mi density
$41,042 Median Income $28,909 per capita
$200,900 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$41,042 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$200,900 home value
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,042
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,900
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population92
Median Age60.6 yrs
Density460/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,042
Per Capita$28,909
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.8%
Commute79 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$200,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units39
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking20.1%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation984 ft (300 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+16.3%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute79 min
Broadband53.0%

Is Fortuna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fortuna 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. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Fortuna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fortuna is $41,042, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 79 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fortuna is $200,900, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Fortuna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 5.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fortuna has a population of 92 with a density of 460 people per square mile. The median age is 60.6 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

92
Total Population
460
People / sq mi
60.6yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38%
Female 62%

Race & Ethnicity

Fortuna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fortuna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fortuna is $41,042, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 79 minutes.

Income: Fortuna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,042
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,909

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time78.9 min
Drive Alone47.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fortuna is $200,900, 29% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,900
29% 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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units39
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

In Fortuna, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 20.1% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.1%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.7%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits52.0%

Food & Exercise

Fortuna has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. The area enjoys 263 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall5.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation984 ft (300 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density460/sq mi
Coordinates38.5667°N, 92.7980°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 53.0% 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+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+16.3%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density460/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute78.9 min
Drive Alone47.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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