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Hunter, MO

Missouri

Hunter is a small town in Missouri with a population of 60. Residents earn $41,339 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
60 Population 16/sq mi density
$41,339 Median Income $34,082 per capita
56°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$41,339 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,339
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
34% higher than US avg

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

People

Population60
Median Age68.8 yrs
Density16/mi²
Male / Female80% / 20%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans60.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,339
Per Capita$34,082
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.7%
Commute41 min

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking20.4%
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation741 ft (226 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+83.3%
Graduate+25.6%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute41 min
Broadband50.0%

Is Hunter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hunter receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Hunter offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hunter is $41,339, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hunter enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hunter has a population of 60 with a density of 16 people per square mile. The median age is 68.8 years, 77% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.3%), with 16.7% Hispanic.

Population

60
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
68.8yrs
Median Age
77% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 80%
Female 20%

Race & Ethnicity

Hunter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hunter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hunter is $41,339, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Hunter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,339
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,082

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
34% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Hunter, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 29.7% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma12.6%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.5%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits47.2%

Food & Exercise

Hunter has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. The area enjoys 252 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates36.8906°N, 90.8490°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 50.0% 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+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+83.3%
Graduate Degree+25.6%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density16/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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