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Foster, MO

Missouri

Foster is a small town in Missouri with a population of 51. Residents earn $51,667 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
51 Population 106/sq mi density
$51,667 Median Income $32,671 per capita
$72,500 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$51,667 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,500 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,667
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,500
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.3%
93% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population51
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density106/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans50.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,667
Per Capita$32,671
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.7%
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units49
Rent Burden36.5%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking18.0%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation833 ft (254 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.3%
High School+69.8%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute37 min
Broadband30.0%

Is Foster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Foster receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Foster offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Foster is $51,667, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Foster is $72,500, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Foster enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Foster has a population of 51 with a density of 106 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

51
Total Population
106
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Foster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Foster vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Foster is $51,667, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Foster vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,667
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,671

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.8 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Foster is $72,500, 74% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,500
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden36.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.3%
Housing Units49
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

In Foster, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.6%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits58.0%

Food & Exercise

Foster has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 262 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall4.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation833 ft (254 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density106/sq mi
Coordinates38.1683°N, 94.5088°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
2.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 30.0% 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+2.3%
93% below US avg
High School+69.8%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density106/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.8 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

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