Huntsville, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $52,266

30% lower than US avg

Home Value $101,500

64% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.5%

66% lower than US avg

Median Rent $738

37% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.9%

15% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.3%

92% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.4%

0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,806

Median Age44.1 yrs

Density778/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 92%

Veterans6.5%

Economy

B+

Median Income$52,266

Per Capita$24,083

Unemployment0.3%

Poverty12.4%

Commute19 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$101,500

Rent$738

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$199,674

Housing Units691

Rent Burden21.6%

Health

Obesity36.9%

Uninsured9.1%

Smoking19.0%

Depression27.2%

Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.9 in/yr

Sunny Days264/yr

Elevation801 ft (244 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.5%

High School+89.0%

Graduate+1.8%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute19 min

Broadband81.1%

Is Huntsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huntsville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Huntsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Huntsville is $52,266, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Huntsville is $101,500, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 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.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Huntsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°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 39.9 inches, including 5.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Huntsville has a population of 1,806 with a density of 778 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.2% female and 51.8% male. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99% of residents. 6.5% of the population are veterans. 24.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,806

Total Population

778

People / sq mi

44.1yrs

Median Age

13% above US avg

2.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%

Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Huntsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.0%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	1.0%
	93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Huntsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huntsville is $52,266, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,083 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Huntsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$52,266
	30% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$24,083

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.3%
	92% below US avg
Poverty Rate	12.4%
	0% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.6 min
Drive Alone	80.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Huntsville is $101,500, 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,674, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% 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 691 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1966. 21.6% 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	$101,500
	64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$199,674

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$738
	37% below US avg
Rent Burden	21.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	63.7%
Housing Units	691
Median Year Built	1966

Property Tax

In Huntsville, 36.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 33.0% have high blood pressure. 19.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.4% report binge drinking. 29.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.2% experience frequent mental distress. 9.1% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.9%
	15% above US avg
Diabetes	10.4%
Heart Disease	6.1%
High Blood Pressure	33.0%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	8.0%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.0%
	36% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.4%
Physical Inactivity	29.3%
Depression	27.2%
Mental Distress	20.2%
Physical Distress	14.8%
Short Sleep	39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.2%
Uninsured	9.1%
	6% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.5%
Dental Visits	59.1%

Food & Exercise

Huntsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°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 39.9 inches. The area receives 5.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 801 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.4°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.9 inches
	5% above US avg
Snowfall	5.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	801 ft (244 m)
Area	2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density	778/sq mi
Coordinates	39.4406°N, 92.5452°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-3°C)	1.5 in	Coldest, Driest
February	32°F (-0°C)	1.6 in
March	43°F (6°C)	3.0 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.9 in
May	64°F (18°C)	5.0 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.4 in
July	78°F (25°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	3.7 in
September	67°F (20°C)	4.3 in
October	56°F (13°C)	3.5 in
November	43°F (6°C)	2.9 in
December	31°F (-0°C)	2.2 in

Huntsville has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 26°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (1.5").

11.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. 1.8% 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. 81.1% of households have broadband internet access. 80.8% 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+	11.5%
	66% below US avg
High School+	89.0%
Graduate Degree+	1.8%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	778/sq mi
Total Area	2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	81.1%
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.6 min
Drive Alone	80.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Huntsville

What is the population of Huntsville?

Huntsville has a population of 1,806 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 778 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.2% female and 51.8% male.

Is Huntsville expensive to live in?

Huntsville 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 $52,266, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $101,500 (64% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $738 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.

What is the weather like in Huntsville?

Huntsville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°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 39.9 inches, with 5.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Huntsville?

The job market in Huntsville is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 4.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Huntsville?

The median home value in Huntsville is $101,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,674. For renters, the median monthly rent is $738. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Huntsville?

Schools in Huntsville score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 11.5% of adults in Huntsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Huntsville?

The obesity rate in Huntsville is 36.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.0% of adults are smokers. 29.3% are physically inactive. 27.2% of residents report depression. 9.1% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Huntsville?

The average commute in Huntsville is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Huntsville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Huntsville is 92.4% White, 2% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 99% of residents speak only English at home. 6.5% of the population are military veterans. 24.7% of residents have a disability. 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

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