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Gentry, MO

Missouri

Gentry is a small town in Missouri with a population of 71. Residents earn $78,281 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
71 Population 309/sq mi density
$78,281 Median Income $35,013 per capita
$22,500 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 272 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$78,281 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$22,500 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,281
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $22,500
92% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population71
Median Age25.2 yrs
Density309/mi²
Male / Female79% / 21%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans63.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,281
Per Capita$35,013
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty7.4%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$22,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units43
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation896 ft (273 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+80.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.86

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute20 min
Broadband23.0%

Is Gentry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gentry receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Gentry stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gentry is $78,281, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gentry is $22,500, 92% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gentry experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gentry has a population of 71 with a density of 309 people per square mile. The median age is 25.2 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

71
Total Population
309
People / sq mi
25.2yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 78.9%
Female 21.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Gentry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gentry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gentry is $78,281, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Gentry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,281
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,013

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
41% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gentry is $22,500, 92% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$22,500
92% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$660
1 Bedroom$691
2 Bedrooms$888
3 Bedrooms$1,235
4 Bedrooms$1,490

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%
Housing Units43
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Gentry has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. The area enjoys 272 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density309/sq mi
Coordinates40.2045°N, 94.4160°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 23.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+80.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.86
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density309/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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