Gower, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $80,057

7% higher than US avg

Home Value $189,900

33% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 30.7%

9% lower than US avg

Median Rent $820

29% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.8%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.2%

67% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.0%

35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,677

Median Age34.4 yrs

Density1,660/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans9.8%

Economy

A+

Median Income$80,057

Per Capita$36,312

Unemployment1.2%

Poverty8.0%

Commute30 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$189,900

Rent$820

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$311,334

Housing Units642

Rent Burden28.5%

Crime

C+

Violent0/100K

Property1,194/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary199/100K

Health

Obesity38.8%

Uninsured7.9%

Smoking16.5%

Depression26.9%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain36.9 in/yr

Sunny Days269/yr

Elevation945 ft (288 m)

Education

Bachelor's+30.7%

High School+96.8%

Graduate+7.1%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute30 min

Broadband93.4%

Is Gower a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gower receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Gower offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gower is $80,057, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gower is $189,900, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $820 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Gower is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,194 per 100,000, 39% below the national average.

Education

30.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Gower experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gower has a population of 1,677 with a density of 1,660 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (94.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.8% of residents. 9.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.2% of residents have a disability. 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,677

Total Population

1,660

People / sq mi

34.4yrs

Median Age

12% below US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%

Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Gower vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.8%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.2%
	99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gower vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gower is $80,057, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,312. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 6.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Gower vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$80,057
	7% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$36,312

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.2%
	67% below US avg
Poverty Rate	8.0%
	35% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.9 min
Drive Alone	79.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Gower is $189,900, 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $311,334, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $820 (29% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 642 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. 28.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$189,900
	33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$311,334

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$820
	29% below US avg
Rent Burden	28.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	86.0%
Housing Units	642
Median Year Built	1973

Property Tax

In Gower, 38.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 32.1% have high blood pressure. 16.5% are current smokers. 18.3% report binge drinking. 27.7% are physically inactive. 26.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.9% experience frequent mental distress. 7.9% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.8%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	9.2%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	32.1%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	6.9%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.5%
	18% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.3%
Physical Inactivity	27.7%
Depression	26.9%
Mental Distress	18.9%
Physical Distress	13.5%
Short Sleep	36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.4%
Uninsured	7.9%
	8% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.9%
Dental Visits	62.5%

Food & Exercise

Gower has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,194 per 100,000, 39% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 995, burglary at 199, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Gower receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Gower vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,194.4/100K
	39% below US avg
Burglary	199.1/100K
Theft	995.4/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C+
Safety Score	2.5 / 5.0

Gower experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 269 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches. The area receives 3.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 945 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.2°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	36.9 inches
	3% below US avg
Snowfall	3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	945 ft (288 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density	1,660/sq mi
Coordinates	39.6120°N, 94.5978°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-3°C)	1.1 in	Coldest, Driest
February	32°F (-0°C)	1.1 in
March	43°F (6°C)	2.4 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.3 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.8 in
June	73°F (23°C)	4.5 in
July	77°F (25°C)	4.1 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	3.9 in
September	67°F (19°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
October	56°F (13°C)	3.2 in
November	42°F (5°C)	2.1 in
December	31°F (-1°C)	1.5 in

Gower has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 26°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (1.1").

30.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 9% below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 93.4% of households have broadband internet access. 79.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	30.7%
	9% below US avg
High School+	96.8%
Graduate Degree+	7.1%
School Test Score	5.51

B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,660/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	93.4%

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.9 min
Drive Alone	79.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Gower

What is the population of Gower?

Gower has a population of 1,677 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,660 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Gower expensive to live in?

Gower is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $80,057, 7% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $189,900 (33% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $820 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Gower safe?

Gower is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,194 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Gower receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Gower?

Gower has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.9 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Gower?

The job market in Gower is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 6.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Gower?

The median home value in Gower is $189,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $311,334. For renters, the median monthly rent is $820. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Gower?

Schools in Gower score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 30.7% of adults in Gower hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Gower?

The obesity rate in Gower is 38.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.5% of adults are smokers. 27.7% are physically inactive. 26.9% of residents report depression. 7.9% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Gower?

The average commute in Gower is 30 minutes. 79.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Gower?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Gower is 94.1% White. 99.8% of residents speak only English at home. 9.8% of the population are military veterans. 15.2% of residents have a disability. 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

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