Higginsville, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $76,409

2% higher than US avg

Home Value $163,700

42% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 28.5%

15% lower than US avg

Median Rent $901

23% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.9%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.6%

56% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.5%

88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,775

Median Age42.7 yrs

Density1,267/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans10.9%

Economy

A+

Median Income$76,409

Per Capita$38,305

Unemployment1.6%

Poverty1.5%

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$163,700

Rent$901

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$218,649

Housing Units2,389

Rent Burden23.5%

Crime

C+

Violent0/100K

Property1,467/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary191/100K

Health

Obesity35.9%

Uninsured8.6%

Smoking15.4%

Depression25.2%

Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.6 in/yr

Sunny Days264/yr

Elevation827 ft (252 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.5%

High School+86.7%

Graduate+11.5%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute18 min

Broadband85.1%

EV Stations1

Is Higginsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Higginsville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Higginsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Higginsville is $76,409, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Higginsville is $163,700, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Higginsville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,467 per 100,000, 25% below the national average.

Education

28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Higginsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Higginsville has a population of 4,775 with a density of 1,267 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 4.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.7% of residents, while 6.3% speak Spanish. 10.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 25.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,775

Total Population

1,267

People / sq mi

42.7yrs

Median Age

10% above US avg

3.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%

Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Higginsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	93.7%
	19% above US avg
Spanish	6.3%
	53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Higginsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Higginsville is $76,409, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,305. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% 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 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Higginsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$76,409
	2% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$38,305

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.6%
	56% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.5%
	88% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.7 min
Drive Alone	85.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Higginsville is $163,700, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $218,649, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $901 (23% 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 2,389 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. 23.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$163,700
	42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$218,649
Median List Price	$282,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$282,000
$/Sq Ft	$88
Homes Sold	3
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	18.2%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$901
	23% below US avg
Rent Burden	23.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	71.4%
Housing Units	2,389
Median Year Built	1973

Property Tax

In Higginsville, 35.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 30.9% have high blood pressure. 15.4% are current smokers. 18.3% report binge drinking. 25.8% are physically inactive. 25.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.4% experience frequent mental distress. 8.6% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.9%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	9.1%
Heart Disease	5.2%
High Blood Pressure	30.9%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	6.4%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.4%
	10% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.3%
Physical Inactivity	25.8%
Depression	25.2%
Mental Distress	18.4%
Physical Distress	12.8%
Short Sleep	41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.5%
Uninsured	8.6%
	0% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.5%
Dental Visits	56.9%

Food & Exercise

Higginsville has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,467 per 100,000, 25% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,212, burglary at 191, vehicle theft at 64 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Higginsville receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Higginsville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,466.8/100K
	25% below US avg
Burglary	191.3/100K
Theft	1,211.7/100K
Vehicle Theft	63.8/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C+
Safety Score	2.5 / 5.0

Higginsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°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 39.6 inches. The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 827 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.9°F
	0% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.6 inches
	4% above US avg
Snowfall	4.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	827 ft (252 m)
Area	3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density	1,267/sq mi
Coordinates	39.0725°N, 93.7172°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-3°C)	1.4 in	Coldest, Driest
February	32°F (0°C)	1.5 in
March	43°F (6°C)	2.8 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.8 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.5 in
July	78°F (25°C)	4.1 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	3.7 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.7 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.6 in
November	43°F (6°C)	2.8 in
December	32°F (0°C)	1.9 in

Higginsville has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 26°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (1.4").

28.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 15% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. 11.5% hold a graduate or professional degree. 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. 85.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. 85.1% 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+	28.5%
	15% below US avg
High School+	86.7%
Graduate Degree+	11.5%
School Test Score	5.51

B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,267/sq mi
Total Area	3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	85.1%
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	2

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.7 min
Drive Alone	85.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Higginsville

What is the population of Higginsville?

Higginsville has a population of 4,775 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,267 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Higginsville expensive to live in?

Higginsville 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 $76,409, 2% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $163,700 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Higginsville safe?

Higginsville is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,467 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Higginsville receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Higginsville?

Higginsville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Higginsville?

The job market in Higginsville is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 3.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Higginsville?

The median home value in Higginsville is $163,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $218,649. For renters, the median monthly rent is $901. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Higginsville?

Schools in Higginsville score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.5% of adults in Higginsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. 11.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Higginsville?

The obesity rate in Higginsville is 35.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.4% of adults are smokers. 25.8% are physically inactive. 25.2% of residents report depression. 8.6% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Higginsville?

The average commute in Higginsville is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Higginsville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Higginsville is 88.3% White, 4.1% Black or African American, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 93.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.3% speak Spanish. 10.9% of the population are military veterans. 25.2% of residents have a disability. 89.5% have health insurance coverage.

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