Green City, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $35,602

53% lower than US avg

Home Value $78,100

72% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 5.1%

85% lower than US avg

Median Rent $684

41% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.5%

23% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.7%

3% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 23.4%

89% higher than US avg

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

People

Population560

Median Age46.5 yrs

Density392/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 85%

Veterans5.9%

Economy

C+

Median Income$35,602

Per Capita$21,667

Unemployment3.7%

Poverty23.4%

Commute33 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$78,100

Rent$684

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$97,604

Housing Units301

Rent Burden26.9%

Health

Obesity39.5%

Uninsured10.7%

Smoking19.1%

Depression27.1%

Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain43.1 in/yr

Sunny Days258/yr

Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)

Education

Bachelor's+5.1%

High School+89.1%

Graduate+3.9%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute33 min

Broadband70.9%

Is Green City a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Green City is $35,602, 53% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Green City is $78,100, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $684 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Green City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 6.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Green City has a population of 560 with a density of 392 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.9% female and 54.1% male. The city is predominantly White (85%), with 2.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.7% of residents, while 13.3% speak Spanish. 5.9% of the population are veterans. 15.1% of residents have a disability. 90.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

560

Total Population

392

People / sq mi

46.5yrs

Median Age

20% above US avg

1.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%

Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Green City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	86.7%
	10% above US avg
Spanish	13.3%
	1% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Green City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Green City is $35,602, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,667 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 7.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Green City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$35,602
	53% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$21,667

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.7%
	3% above US avg
Poverty Rate	23.4%
	89% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	32.5 min
Drive Alone	75.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Green City is $78,100, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $97,604, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $684 (41% 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 301 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1960. 26.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$78,100
	72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$97,604

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$684
	41% below US avg
Rent Burden	26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	74.4%
Housing Units	301
Median Year Built	1960

Property Tax

In Green City, 39.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 33.7% have high blood pressure. 19.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.7% report binge drinking. 31.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.0% experience frequent mental distress. 10.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Green City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.5%
	23% above US avg
Diabetes	10.9%
Heart Disease	6.1%
High Blood Pressure	33.7%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	8.2%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.1%
	36% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.7%
Physical Inactivity	31.2%
Depression	27.1%
Mental Distress	20.0%
Physical Distress	15.1%
Short Sleep	39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.1%
Uninsured	10.7%
	24% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.7%
Dental Visits	54.5%

Food & Exercise

Green City experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. The area receives 6.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,066 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	51.3°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	43.1 inches
	13% above US avg
Snowfall	6.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,066 ft (325 m)
Area	1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density	392/sq mi
Coordinates	40.2687°N, 92.9533°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	23°F (-5°C)	2.0 in	Coldest, Driest
February	29°F (-2°C)	2.0 in
March	40°F (5°C)	3.5 in
April	52°F (11°C)	4.1 in
May	62°F (17°C)	4.9 in	Wettest
June	71°F (22°C)	4.4 in
July	76°F (25°C)	4.5 in	Warmest
August	74°F (23°C)	3.9 in
September	66°F (19°C)	4.5 in
October	54°F (12°C)	3.3 in
November	41°F (5°C)	3.2 in
December	28°F (-2°C)	2.9 in

Green City has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 23°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (2.0").

5.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 85% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. 3.9% 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. 70.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 75.6% 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+	5.1%
	85% below US avg
High School+	89.1%
Graduate Degree+	3.9%
School Test Score	5.51

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	392/sq mi
Total Area	1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	70.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	32.5 min
Drive Alone	75.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.6%

Frequently Asked Questions About Green City

What is the population of Green City?

Green City has a population of 560 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 392 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.9% female and 54.1% male.

Is Green City expensive to live in?

Green City 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 $35,602, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $78,100 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $684 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Green City?

Green City has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches, with 6.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Green City?

Green City has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 7.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Green City?

The median home value in Green City is $78,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $97,604. For renters, the median monthly rent is $684. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Green City?

Schools in Green City score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 5.1% of adults in Green City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Green City?

The obesity rate in Green City is 39.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.1% of adults are smokers. 31.2% are physically inactive. 27.1% of residents report depression. 10.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Green City?

The average commute in Green City is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Green City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Green City is 85% White, 2.7% Hispanic or Latino. 86.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 13.3% speak Spanish. 5.9% of the population are military veterans. 15.1% of residents have a disability. 90.1% have health insurance coverage.

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