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Hughesville, MO

Missouri

Hughesville is a small town in Missouri with a population of 154. Residents earn $53,333 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
154 Population 1,283/sq mi density
$53,333 Median Income $27,425 per capita
$80,000 Home Value $259,777 Zillow
$758 Median Rent 18.1% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$53,333 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $758/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,333
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $758
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population154
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density1,283/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans15.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,333
Per Capita$27,425
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty17.1%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$758
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,777
Housing Units67
Rent Burden18.1%

Health

Obesity34.0%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking17.4%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation833 ft (254 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Broadband70.0%

Is Hughesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hughesville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hughesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hughesville is $53,333, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hughesville is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $758 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

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hughesville 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 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hughesville has a population of 154 with a density of 1,283 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

154
Total Population
1,283
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hughesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hughesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hughesville is $53,333, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Hughesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,333
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,425

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hughesville is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $758 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,777.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$259,777

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$758
35% below US avg
Rent Burden18.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%
Housing Units67
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

In Hughesville, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits56.0%

Food & Exercise

Hughesville 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 39.4 inches. The area enjoys 264 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall5.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation833 ft (254 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,283/sq mi
Coordinates38.8386°N, 93.2955°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 70.0% 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+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,283/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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