Grandin, MO

Missouri

Grandin is a small town in Missouri with a population of 309. Residents earn $30,096 per year, which is 60% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
309 Population 773/sq mi density
$30,096 Median Income $19,206 per capita
$35,700 Home Value
$575 Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.4 / 5.0
$30,096 median income, 8.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$35,700 home value, $575/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,096
60% lower than US avg
Home Value $35,700
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.5%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.7%
142% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.9%
214% higher than US avg

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

People

Population309
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density773/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

F
Median Income$30,096
Per Capita$19,206
Unemployment8.7%
Poverty38.9%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$35,700
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units108
Rent Burden40.0%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking19.8%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation587 ft (179 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.5%
High School+59.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute29 min
Broadband82.0%

Is Grandin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grandin receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Grandin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grandin is $30,096, 60% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 38.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grandin is $35,700, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Grandin has a population of 309 with a density of 773 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.4%).

Population

309
Total Population
773
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Grandin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Grandin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grandin is $30,096, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 38.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Grandin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,096
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,206

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.7%
142% above US avg
Poverty Rate38.9%
214% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Grandin is $35,700, 87% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$35,700
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg
Rent Burden40.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.9%
Housing Units108
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

In Grandin, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits56.6%

Food & Exercise

2.5% 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. 82.0% 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+2.5%
93% below US avg
High School+59.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density773/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

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