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Grayridge, MO

Missouri

Grayridge is a small town in Missouri with a population of 85. Residents earn $61,000 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
85 Population 83/sq mi density
$61,000 Median Income $24,013 per capita
$84,200 Home Value
58°F Avg Temperature 248 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$61,000 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,200 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,000
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,200
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population85
Median Age55.9 yrs
Density83/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans60.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,000
Per Capita$24,013
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty2.4%
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units39
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured13.9%
Smoking21.8%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation299 ft (91 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+75.0%
Graduate+10.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute12 min
Broadband34.0%

Is Grayridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grayridge receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 a high uninsured rate. Grayridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grayridge is $61,000, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grayridge is $84,200, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Grayridge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Grayridge has a population of 85 with a density of 83 people per square mile. The median age is 55.9 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.9%).

Population

85
Total Population
83
People / sq mi
55.9yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Grayridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Grayridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grayridge is $61,000, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Grayridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,000
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,013

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.4 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Grayridge is $84,200, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,200
70% 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-Occupied91.2%
Housing Units39
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

In Grayridge, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.9% of residents lack health insurance. 21.8% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 33.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.3%
Cancer6.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity33.9%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.1%
Uninsured13.9%
62% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.0%
Dental Visits46.8%

Food & Exercise

Grayridge has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. The area enjoys 248 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density83/sq mi
Coordinates36.8242°N, 89.7809°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 34.0% 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+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+75.0%
Graduate Degree+10.0%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density83/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.4 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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