Higbee, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $36,146

52% lower than US avg

Home Value $54,000

81% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 16.4%

51% lower than US avg

Median Rent $669

42% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.1%

16% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.5%

86% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.0%

68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population483

Median Age33.5 yrs

Density1,208/mi²

Male / Female44% / 56%

Largest GroupWhite 99%

Veterans12.5%

Economy

B+

Median Income$36,146

Per Capita$25,994

Unemployment0.5%

Poverty4.0%

Commute23 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$54,000

Rent$669

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$205,621

Housing Units220

Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity37.1%

Uninsured10.9%

Smoking20.3%

Depression27.4%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.7 in/yr

Sunny Days264/yr

Elevation879 ft (268 m)

Education

Bachelor's+16.4%

High School+84.7%

Graduate+0.6%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute23 min

Broadband85.6%

Is Higbee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Higbee receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Higbee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Higbee is $36,146, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Higbee is $54,000, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $669 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Higbee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches, including 5.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Higbee has a population of 483 with a density of 1,208 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.1% female and 43.9% male. The city is predominantly White (99.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 12.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 94.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

483

Total Population

1,208

People / sq mi

33.5yrs

Median Age

14% below US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%

Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Higbee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Higbee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Higbee is $36,146, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,994 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% 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 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Higbee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$36,146
	52% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.5%
	86% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.0%
	68% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.7 min
Drive Alone	95.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Higbee is $54,000, 81% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,621, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $669 (42% 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 220 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. 32.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$54,000
	81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$205,621

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$669
	42% below US avg
Rent Burden	32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	72.3%
Housing Units	220
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

In Higbee, 37.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 33.2% have high blood pressure. 20.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.9% report binge drinking. 31.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.5% experience frequent mental distress. 10.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.1%
	16% above US avg
Diabetes	10.7%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	33.2%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	8.7%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.3%
	45% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.9%
Physical Inactivity	31.4%
Depression	27.4%
Mental Distress	20.5%
Physical Distress	15.5%
Short Sleep	39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.6%
Uninsured	10.9%
	27% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.0%
Dental Visits	57.5%

Food & Exercise

Higbee experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.7 inches. The area receives 5.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 879 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.5°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.7 inches
	4% above US avg
Snowfall	5.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	879 ft (268 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density	1,208/sq mi
Coordinates	39.3048°N, 92.5127°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	1.5 in	Coldest, Driest
February	32°F (0°C)	1.6 in
March	43°F (6°C)	3.0 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.9 in
May	63°F (17°C)	5.0 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	4.4 in
July	77°F (25°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	3.7 in
September	67°F (20°C)	4.3 in
October	56°F (13°C)	3.4 in
November	43°F (6°C)	3.0 in
December	32°F (-0°C)	2.2 in

Higbee has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 27°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (1.5").

16.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 51% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. 0.6% 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. 85.6% of households have broadband internet access. 95.9% 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+	16.4%
	51% below US avg
High School+	84.7%
Graduate Degree+	0.6%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,208/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	85.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.7 min
Drive Alone	95.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Higbee

What is the population of Higbee?

Higbee has a population of 483 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,208 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56.1% female and 43.9% male.

Is Higbee expensive to live in?

Higbee 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 $36,146, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $54,000 (81% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $669 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Higbee?

Higbee has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches, with 5.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Higbee?

The job market in Higbee is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Higbee?

The median home value in Higbee is $54,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,621. For renters, the median monthly rent is $669. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Higbee?

Schools in Higbee score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 16.4% of adults in Higbee hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. 0.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Higbee?

The obesity rate in Higbee is 37.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.3% of adults are smokers. 31.4% are physically inactive. 27.4% of residents report depression. 10.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Higbee?

The average commute in Higbee is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 95.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Higbee?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Higbee is 99.4% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 12.5% of the population are military veterans. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 94.6% have health insurance coverage.

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