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Gibbs, MO

Missouri

Gibbs is a small town in Missouri with a population of 71.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
71 Population 284/sq mi density
$41,900 Home Value $259,796 Zillow
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $41,900
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.4%
137% higher than US avg

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

People

Population71
Median Age59.4 yrs
Density284/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans56.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$17,032
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty29.4%
Commute54 min

Housing

Home Value$41,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,796
Housing Units72
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity33.3%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking14.9%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation909 ft (277 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+91.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute54 min
Broadband29.0%

Is Gibbs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gibbs receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Gibbs stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 29.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gibbs is $41,900, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% 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

With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gibbs has a population of 71 with a density of 284 people per square mile. The median age is 59.4 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

71
Total Population
284
People / sq mi
59.4yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Gibbs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gibbs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gibbs is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes.

Income: Gibbs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$17,032

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.4%
137% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time54.4 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home50.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gibbs is $41,900, 85% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,796.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$41,900
85% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$259,796

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-Occupied96.6%
Housing Units72
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

In Gibbs, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep33.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.2%
Dental Visits57.0%

Food & Exercise

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. 29.0% 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+91.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density284/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute54.4 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home50.0%

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