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Homestown, MO

Missouri

Homestown is a small town in Missouri with a population of 91.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
91 Population 758/sq mi density
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 49.9%
55% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population91
Median Age59.5 yrs
Density758/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans91.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,504
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty13.6%
Commute25 min

Health

Obesity49.9%
Uninsured13.2%
Smoking22.1%
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation269 ft (82 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.4%
High School+67.1%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute25 min
Broadband49.0%

Is Homestown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Homestown receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Homestown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Education

21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Homestown has a population of 91 with a density of 758 people per square mile. The median age is 59.5 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (97.8%), with 2.2% White.

Population

91
Total Population
758
People / sq mi
59.5yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.4%
Female 62.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Homestown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Homestown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Homestown is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Homestown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,504

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Homestown, 49.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.2% of residents lack health insurance. 22.1% are current smokers. 21.0% report depression. 42.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity49.9%
55% above US avg
Diabetes18.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure45.8%
Asthma13.7%
COPD9.1%
Cancer4.6%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.1%
58% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.4%
Physical Inactivity42.0%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress17.0%
Short Sleep52.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Uninsured13.2%
53% above US avg
Checkup Rate82.1%
Dental Visits41.7%

Food & Exercise

21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 49.0% 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+21.4%
36% below US avg
High School+67.1%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density758/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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