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Gravois Mills, MO

Missouri

Gravois Mills is a small town in Missouri with a population of 170. Residents earn $48,125 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
170 Population 230/sq mi density
$48,125 Median Income $20,770 per capita
$45,000 Home Value $331,196 Zillow
$664 Median Rent 23.1% income on rent
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$48,125 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,000 home value, $664/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,125
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,000
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $664
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.9%
125% higher than US avg

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

People

Population170
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density230/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans11.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$48,125
Per Capita$20,770
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty27.9%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,000
Rent$664
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$331,196
Housing Units96
Rent Burden23.1%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking19.1%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation689 ft (210 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+84.0%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Broadband62.0%

Is Gravois Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gravois Mills receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Gravois Mills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gravois Mills is $48,125, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 27.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gravois Mills is $45,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $664 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gravois Mills has a population of 170 with a density of 230 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

170
Total Population
230
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Gravois Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gravois Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gravois Mills is $48,125, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Gravois Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,125
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,770

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.9%
125% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone73.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Gravois Mills is $45,000, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $664 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $331,196.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,000
84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$331,196

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$664
43% below US avg
Rent Burden23.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.0%
Housing Units96
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

In Gravois Mills, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 19.1% are current smokers. 27.1% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Gravois Mills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.1%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep40.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.5%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits54.0%

Food & Exercise

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 62.0% 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+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+84.0%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density230/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone73.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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