Holcomb, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $54,500

27% lower than US avg

Home Value $101,300

64% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 10.4%

69% lower than US avg

Median Rent $629

46% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 45.6%

42% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.0%

17% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 18.7%

51% higher than US avg

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

People

Population710

Median Age30.4 yrs

Density1,224/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 81%

Veterans3.4%

Economy

Median Income$54,500

Per Capita$30,472

Unemployment3.0%

Poverty18.7%

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$101,300

Rent$629

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$80,360

Housing Units318

Rent Burden19.8%

Crime

Violent0/100K

Property0/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity45.6%

Uninsured13.9%

Smoking23.8%

Depression29.4%

Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain48.2 in/yr

Sunny Days248/yr

Elevation282 ft (86 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.4%

High School+87.2%

Graduate+3.2%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute27 min

Broadband92.3%

Is Holcomb a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holcomb receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Holcomb offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holcomb is $54,500, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holcomb is $101,300, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $629 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Holcomb 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 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Holcomb enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Holcomb has a population of 710 with a density of 1,224 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 30.4 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.7% female and 50.3% male. The city is predominantly White (80.6%), with 6.5% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.2% of residents, while 5.8% speak Spanish. 3.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 21.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 91.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

710

Total Population

1,224

People / sq mi

30.4yrs

Median Age

22% below US avg

0.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%

Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Holcomb vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	94.2%
	20% above US avg
Spanish	5.8%
	57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Holcomb vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holcomb is $54,500, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,472 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.7% 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 27 minutes. 3.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Holcomb vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$54,500
	27% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,472

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.0%
	17% below US avg
Poverty Rate	18.7%
	51% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.1 min
Drive Alone	88.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Holcomb is $101,300, 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $80,360, lower than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $629 (46% 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 318 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1965. 19.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$101,300
	64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$80,360

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$629
	46% below US avg
Rent Burden	19.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	67.8%
Renter-Occupied	32.2%
Housing Units	318
Median Year Built	1965

Property Tax

In Holcomb, 45.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.4% of residents, above the national average. 37.6% have high blood pressure. 23.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.7% report binge drinking. 40.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 29.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.3% experience frequent mental distress. 13.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	45.6%
	42% above US avg
Diabetes	12.8%
Heart Disease	7.4%
High Blood Pressure	37.6%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	10.7%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.8%
	70% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.7%
Physical Inactivity	40.5%
Depression	29.4%
Mental Distress	22.3%
Physical Distress	18.4%
Short Sleep	39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.6%
Uninsured	13.9%
	62% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.0%
Dental Visits	51.8%

Food & Exercise

Holcomb 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 0 per 100,000, 100% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 0, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents.

Crime Rates: Holcomb 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	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Burglary	0.0/100K
Theft	0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Holcomb enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	58.5°F
	8% above US avg
January Average	34°F (1°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	48.2 inches
	27% above US avg
Snowfall	3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	282 ft (86 m)
Area	0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density	1,224/sq mi
Coordinates	36.3992°N, 90.0237°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	34°F (1°C)	3.3 in	Coldest
February	39°F (4°C)	3.7 in
March	48°F (9°C)	5.2 in	Wettest
April	58°F (15°C)	4.8 in
May	68°F (20°C)	5.2 in
June	77°F (25°C)	3.7 in
July	80°F (27°C)	3.4 in	Warmest
August	78°F (26°C)	3.0 in
September	72°F (22°C)	3.9 in
October	60°F (16°C)	3.0 in	Driest
November	49°F (9°C)	4.5 in
December	39°F (4°C)	4.6 in

Holcomb has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 34°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and October the driest (3.0").

10.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. 3.2% 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. 92.3% of households have broadband internet access. 88.9% 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+	10.4%
	69% below US avg
High School+	87.2%
Graduate Degree+	3.2%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,224/sq mi
Total Area	0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	92.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.1 min
Drive Alone	88.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Holcomb

What is the population of Holcomb?

Holcomb has a population of 710 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,224 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.7% female and 50.3% male.

Is Holcomb expensive to live in?

Holcomb 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 $54,500, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $101,300 (64% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $629 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Holcomb safe?

Holcomb 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 0 per 100,000 (below the national average).

What is the weather like in Holcomb?

Holcomb enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Holcomb?

Holcomb has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 3.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Holcomb?

The median home value in Holcomb is $101,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $80,360. For renters, the median monthly rent is $629. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Holcomb?

Schools in Holcomb score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 10.4% of adults in Holcomb hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Holcomb?

The obesity rate in Holcomb is 45.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.8% of adults are smokers. 40.5% are physically inactive. 29.4% of residents report depression. 13.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Holcomb?

The average commute in Holcomb is 27 minutes. 88.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Holcomb?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Holcomb is 80.6% White, 6.5% Hispanic or Latino. 94.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.8% speak Spanish. 3.4% of the population are military veterans. 21.1% of residents have a disability. 91.6% have health insurance coverage.

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