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Gunn City, MO

Missouri

Gunn City is a small town in Missouri with a population of 82. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
82 Population 1,025/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $24,332 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$1,438 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $1,438/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,438
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.5%
90% higher than US avg

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

People

Population82
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density1,025/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans62.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$24,332
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty23.5%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$1,438
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units38
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking19.2%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation856 ft (261 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+79.7%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband32.0%

Is Gunn City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gunn City receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Gunn City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gunn City is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 23.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gunn City is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,438 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Gunn City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gunn City has a population of 82 with a density of 1,025 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.2%), with 15.9% Hispanic.

Population

82
Total Population
1,025
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.5%
Female 41.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Gunn City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gunn City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gunn City is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Gunn City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,332

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.5%
90% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone67.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Gunn City is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,438 (24% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,438
24% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.0%
Housing Units38
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

In Gunn City, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.2% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.4%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep41.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.4%
Dental Visits56.3%

Food & Exercise

Gunn City has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 inches. The area enjoys 263 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall4.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation856 ft (261 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,025/sq mi
Coordinates38.6672°N, 94.1622°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 32.0% 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+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+79.7%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,025/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone67.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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