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Grayhawk, MO

Missouri

Grayhawk is a small town in Missouri with a population of 554. Residents earn $49,808 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
554 Population 127/sq mi density
$49,808 Median Income $37,882 per capita
$123,600 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 268 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$49,808 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,600 home value
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,808
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,600
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.8%
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population554
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density127/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,808
Per Capita$37,882
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty5.3%
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units359
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking17.2%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation571 ft (174 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+7.1%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute34 min
Broadband82.9%

Is Grayhawk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grayhawk receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Grayhawk offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grayhawk is $49,808, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grayhawk is $123,600, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Grayhawk experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Grayhawk has a population of 554 with a density of 127 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 33% female and 67% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.8% of residents. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 20.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 98.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

554
Total Population
127
People / sq mi
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67%
Female 33%

Race & Ethnicity

Grayhawk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grayhawk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grayhawk is $49,808, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,882. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% 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 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 10.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Grayhawk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,808
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,882

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.6 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Grayhawk is $123,600, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 359 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1979. 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,600
56% below US avg

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-Occupied95.9%
Housing Units359
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

In Grayhawk, 36.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 33.2% have high blood pressure. 17.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 19.3% report binge drinking. 27.6% are physically inactive. 25.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.5% experience frequent mental distress. 9.3% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits59.5%

Food & Exercise

Grayhawk experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 268 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 37.7 inches. The area receives 6.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 571 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall6.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation571 ft (174 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density127/sq mi
Coordinates38.8260°N, 90.8882°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 33°F (1°C) 2.0 in
March 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
May 64°F (18°C) 4.3 in Wettest
June 72°F (22°C) 3.7 in
July 77°F (25°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.1 in
September 68°F (20°C) 3.3 in
October 56°F (14°C) 3.0 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
December 33°F (1°C) 2.6 in

Grayhawk has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 28°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (1.8").

24.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 26% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% 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. 82.9% of households have broadband internet access. 85.4% 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+24.8%
26% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density127/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.6 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

Frequently Asked Questions About Grayhawk

What is the population of Grayhawk?

Grayhawk has a population of 554 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 127 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 33% female and 67% male.

Is Grayhawk expensive to live in?

Grayhawk 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 $49,808, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $123,600 (56% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Grayhawk?

Grayhawk has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.7 inches, with 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Grayhawk?

Grayhawk has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 10.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Grayhawk?

The median home value in Grayhawk is $123,600.

How are the schools in Grayhawk?

Schools in Grayhawk score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.8% of adults in Grayhawk hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Grayhawk?

The obesity rate in Grayhawk is 36.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.2% of adults are smokers. 27.6% are physically inactive. 25.3% of residents report depression. 9.3% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Grayhawk?

The average commute in Grayhawk is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Grayhawk?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Grayhawk is 100% White. 95.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.2% speak Spanish. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 20.1% of residents have a disability. 98.3% have health insurance coverage.

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