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Ironton, MO

Missouri

Ironton is a small town in Missouri with a population of 1,755. Residents earn $42,415 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,755 Population 1,310/sq mi density
$42,415 Median Income $20,388 per capita
$109,900 Home Value $128,017 Zillow
$703 Median Rent 28.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 257 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$42,415 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,900 home value, $703/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $42,415
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,900
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $703
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.0%
45% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,755
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density1,310/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,415
Per Capita$20,388
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty18.0%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,900
Rent$703
Ownership74.5%
Zillow$128,017
Housing Units839
Rent Burden28.5%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,342/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary353/100K

Health

Obesity41.7%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking20.1%
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation928 ft (283 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+89.5%
Graduate+12.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Broadband88.5%
EV Stations3

Is Ironton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ironton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ironton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ironton is $42,415, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 18.0% 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 Ironton is $109,900, 61% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $703 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Ironton 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 1,342 per 100,000, 32% below the national average.

Education

28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ironton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ironton has a population of 1,755 with a density of 1,310 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 1.3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.3% of residents. 6.6% of the population are veterans. 19.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,755
Total Population
1,310
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Ironton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ironton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ironton is $42,415, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,388 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.0% 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 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ironton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,415
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,388

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Ironton is $109,900, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $128,017, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $703 (40% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. 74.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 839 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1968. 28.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,900
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$128,017

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$703
40% below US avg
Rent Burden28.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.5%
Owner-Occupied74.5%
Renter-Occupied25.5%
Housing Units839
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

In Ironton, 41.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.4% of residents. 34.8% have high blood pressure. 20.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.2% report binge drinking. 32.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.6% experience frequent mental distress. 10.0% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.1%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.6%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits52.1%

Food & Exercise

Ironton 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 1,342 per 100,000, 32% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 918, burglary at 353, vehicle theft at 71 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Ironton receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Ironton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,341.8/100K
32% below US avg
Burglary353.1/100K
Theft918.1/100K
Vehicle Theft70.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Ironton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. The area receives 8.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 928 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation928 ft (283 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density1,310/sq mi
Coordinates37.5978°N, 90.6282°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Nearest AirportFarmington Regional (FAM)
19 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.5"
14% above US avg
Snowfall 8.6"
Wettest Month (May) 4.45"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.32"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Earthquake History

154 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.9 on Jun 27, 2025.

Sep 26, 1990 4 km SE of Chaffee, Missouri M4.8 103 km
May 4, 1991 2 km NNW of Risco, Missouri M4.5 134 km
Feb 5, 1994 2 km WNW of Dongola, Illinois M4.2 130 km
Jun 7, 2011 18 km NNW of Potosi, Missouri M3.9 59 km
Feb 21, 2012 4 km SSE of Bertrand, Missouri M3.9 134 km
Oct 21, 1999 9 km NW of Maynard, Arkansas M3.9 128 km
Aug 22, 2000 19 km WNW of Maynard, Arkansas M3.9 132 km
Jul 7, 1991 11 km ENE of Brandsville, Missouri M3.9 131 km
Mar 2, 2010 2 km ENE of East Prairie, Missouri M3.7 144 km
Aug 16, 2003 5 km W of Thomasville, Missouri M3.7 124 km
Sep 22, 2011 6 km E of Grandin, Missouri M3.6 87 km
Jun 15, 2004 3 km S of Canalou, Missouri M3.5 128 km
Aug 27, 1993 5 km SSE of Olympian Village, Missouri M3.3 57 km
Feb 6, 1993 6 km NNW of Catron, Missouri M3.3 131 km
Sep 27, 2019 4 km WSW of Howardville, Missouri M3.3 145 km
Nov 9, 1990 2 km NW of Marston, Missouri M3.2 147 km
Dec 27, 1992 2 km E of Pocahontas, Missouri M3.2 90 km
Apr 6, 1994 2 km NE of Tamaroa, Illinois M3.2 139 km
Feb 28, 2015 3 km NW of Marston, Missouri M3.1 147 km
Feb 10, 2023 7 km S of Catron, Missouri M3.1 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

449 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 55 fatalities, 551 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Feb 28, 2017 EF4 57 km 1
Sep 22, 2006 EF4 71 km 0
Apr 24, 2002 EF4 75 km 0
Jun 22, 1969 EF4 57 km 2
Jun 22, 1969 EF4 16 km 4
Dec 21, 1967 EF4 45 km 3
May 21, 1957 EF4 87 km 7
Feb 24, 1956 EF4 98 km 6
Oct 24, 2021 EF3 23 km 0
Oct 24, 2021 EF3 22 km 0
Feb 29, 2012 EF3 87 km 1
May 25, 2011 EF3 89 km 0
Mar 11, 2006 EF3 64 km 0
Mar 11, 2006 EF3 61 km 2
May 6, 2003 EF3 88 km 0
Apr 27, 2002 EF3 65 km 1
Apr 19, 1996 EF3 68 km 0
May 29, 1982 EF3 97 km 0
Apr 22, 1981 EF3 66 km 1
Feb 21, 1976 EF3 99 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: HANDY (12,818 ac, 2012).

Year Name Acres Distance
2012 HANDY 12,818 94 km
2011 UNNAMED 9,641 98 km
2022 CEDAR BLUFF 9,617 96 km
2020 BIG BARREN CREEK 8,150 91 km
2022 STEGALL MOUNTAIN 6,979 76 km
2010 WYLIE KING 1 6,077 78 km
2015 15 STEGAL MOUNTAIN 5,112 76 km
2011 MINNINGHAW 4,792 65 km
2024 BRIDGES RX 4,781 98 km
2009 STEGAL MTN. COMPLEX 4,717 76 km
2017 UNNAMED 4,602 65 km
2021 MILLER KING 4,130 76 km
2022 SMITH MILL HOLLOW 3,978 52 km
1999 STEGALL99 3,415 77 km
2013 UNNAMED 3,313 74 km
2005 UNNAMED 3,252 66 km
2021 VICTORY 1-7 3,237 81 km
1988 HANES 1 3,139 97 km
2021 COUNCIL BLUFF 3,035 30 km
2011 MUD POND 3,030 93 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.6 in
March 45°F (7°C) 4.3 in
April 55°F (13°C) 4.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.5 in Wettest
June 71°F (22°C) 3.5 in
July 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in
September 68°F (20°C) 3.6 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in
November 45°F (7°C) 4.3 in
December 35°F (2°C) 3.7 in

Ironton has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 30°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (2.3").

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28.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 16% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree. 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. 88.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. 84.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.3%
16% below US avg
High School+89.5%
Graduate Degree+12.0%
School Test Score5.51
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,310/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access88.5%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%
Average costs for common services in Ironton. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $227 ($136–$363)
Specialist Visit $318 ($182–$499)
Urgent Care Visit $182 ($91–$318)
Emergency Room Visit $1,998 ($726–$4,540)
Dental Cleaning $118 ($68–$182)
Dental Filling $227 ($136–$363)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $41 ($23–$68)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $68 ($45–$109)
Brake Pad Replacement $272 ($136–$454)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$68)
New Tires (Set of 4) $545 ($363–$908)
Battery Replacement $182 ($91–$318)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $91 ($54–$136)
Electrician (Per Hour) $82 ($45–$127)
HVAC Repair $363 ($136–$726)
HVAC System Install $6,356 ($3,632–$10,896)
Roof Repair $908 ($363–$1,816)
Roof Replacement $8,172 ($4,994–$13,620)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,362 ($454–$3,178)
Divorce (Contested) $13,620 ($4,540–$27,240)
DUI Defense $4,540 ($1,816–$9,080)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,362 ($726–$2,724)
Will Preparation $454 ($182–$908)
Trust Preparation $2,270 ($908–$4,540)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut $50 ($27–$91)
Hair Coloring (Full) $136 ($68–$227)
Manicure $23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure $36 ($23–$59)
Massage (1 Hour) $73 ($45–$118)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.72 ($2.72–$4.99)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.18 ($2.27–$4.54)
Loaf of Bread $3.45 ($2.27–$4.99)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.09 ($2.72–$5.90)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.99 ($3.63–$6.81)
Rice (per lb) $0.91 ($0.54–$1.63)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $127 ($73–$227)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $64 ($27–$136)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $64 ($36–$109)
Internet (Monthly) $64 ($36–$91)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $59 ($27–$91)
Cable TV (Monthly) $77 ($45–$136)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $182 ($68–$454)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,816 ($1,090–$3,178)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $64 ($27–$118)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.26–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $91 ($27–$227)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($14–$68)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,090 ($545–$2,270)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $908 ($454–$1,816)
After-School Care (Monthly) $363 ($182–$636)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $45 ($23–$91)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $908 ($363–$2,270)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,350 ($4,540–$27,240)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $54 ($27–$91)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $91 ($45–$182)
Dog Grooming $54 ($27–$91)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$68)
Dog Spay/Neuter $272 ($136–$454)
Cat Spay/Neuter $182 ($91–$363)
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Schools in Ironton

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
ARCADIA VALLEY ELEM. Elementary 397 34 11.7:1
ARCADIA VALLEY HIGH High 343 23 14.9:1
ARCADIA VALLEY MIDDLE Middle 266 18 14.8:1
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Radio Stations near Ironton

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AM 1300 The Zone sports AAC

Campgrounds Near Ironton

9 campgrounds found near Ironton.

NameRatingSitesPrice
GREENVILLE RECREATION AREA 4.7/5 95 $16–$50
BLUFF VIEW(CLEARWATER LAKE) 4.4/5 59 $14–$50
RIVER ROAD PARK 4.4/5 110 $14–$110
PIEDMONT PARK 4.3/5 96 $14–$50
SILVER MINES 4.3/5 49 $15–$50
HIGHWAY K 4.1/5 81 $14–$50
SUTTON BLUFF RECREATION AREA 4.0/5 34 $10–$40
COUNCIL BLUFF RECREATION AREA 3.6/5 42 $15–$50
Webb Creek Park 3.5/5 30 $14–$20

National Parks Near Ironton

22 national parks and monuments found near Ironton.

ParkTypeFee
Blue Bird Park State Park Free
Castlewood State Park State Park Free
Current River State Park State Park Free
Elephant Rocks State Park State Park Free
Fort De Chartres State Park State Park Free
Frank Holten State Park State Park Free
Hawn State Park State Park Free
Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park State Park Free
Lake Wappappello State Park State Park Free
Meramec State Park State Park Free
Onondaga Cave State Park State Park Free
Ozark National Scenic Riverways National Scenic Riverways Free
Prairie du Rocher Precinct State Park Free
Robertsville State Park State Park Free
Route 66 State Park State Park Free
Saint Francois State Park State Park Free
Saint Joe State Park State Park Free
Sam A. Baker State Park State Park Free
Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Taum Sauk Mountain State Park State Park Free
Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Washington State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Ironton

101+ trails found near Ironton.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
OZARK TRAIL - KARKAGHNE 28.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BERRYMAN TRAIL 26.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
OZARK TRAIL - MIDDLE FORK 16.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
JOHN J AUDUBON TRAIL 11.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
OZARK TRAIL - COURTOIS CREEK 11.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
COUNCIL BLUFF TRAIL 9.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
OZARK TRAIL - TRACE CREEK 8.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
OZARK TRAIL - NORTH COURTOIS 8.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
OZARK TRAIL - TRACE CREEK 6.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 1 6.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
OZARK TRAIL - TRACE CREEK 5.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 7 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
OZARK TRAIL - TRACE CREEK 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CRANE LAKE TRAIL 4.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
OZARK TRAIL - MARBLE CREEK 4.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
OZARK TRAIL - MIDDLE FORK 4.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 15 4.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BELL MOUNTAIN 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 8 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BRUSHY CREEK - BLUE 1 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 4 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BRUSHY CREEK - RED 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 2 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 14 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
OZARK TRAIL - TAUM SAUK 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 6 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 12 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BELL MOUNTAIN 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 17 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 11 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LINDSEY MOUNTAIN TRAIL 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
OZARK TRAIL - MARBLE CREEK 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
COUNCIL BLUFF TRAIL 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 18 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ROCK PILE MOUNTAIN WILDERNESS 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 9 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 10 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BRUSHY CREEK - BLUE 6 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - RED 1 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - CONNECTOR B 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - RED 4 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - CONNECTOR G 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ROCK PILE MOUNTAIN WILDERNESS 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - GREEN 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - GREEN 3 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - BLUE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
OZARK TRAIL - MIDDLE FORK 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - RED 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BELL MOUNTAIN CONNECTOR 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
OZARK TRAIL - COURTOIS CREEK 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
TURKEY CREEK TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BELL MOUNTAIN 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 5 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BRUSHY CREEK - BLUE 2 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - GREEN 4 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - CONNECTOR C 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - CONNECTOR E 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SILVER MINES EAST TRAIL 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 16 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BRUSHY CREEK - BLUE 6 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 3 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
OZARK TRAIL - MIDDLE FORK 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - CONNECTOR F 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - GREEN 1 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GRASSHOPPER HOLLOW SPUR 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WILD BOAR WEST CONNECTOR TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
BRUSHY CREEK - BLUE 3 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SILVER MINES WEST TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BRUSHY CREEK - GREEN 2 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SUTTON BLUFF CAMPGROUND TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BELL MOUNTAIN 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SUTTON BLUFF CAMPGROUND TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BRUSHY CREEK - CONNECTOR D 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - BLUE 4 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
COUNCIL BLUFF CONNNECTOR TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
COUNCIL BLUFF TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
BRUSHY CREEK - RED 4 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - RED 2 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - CONNECTOR A 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - RED 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SUTTON BLUFF ATV 13 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HARMON SPRING SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CB WALK IN CAMPSITES 1TO 4 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
BRUSHY CREEK - RED 3 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WILD BOAR EAST CONNECTOR TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
REHKOP TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
OZARK TRAIL - TAUM SAUK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - GREEN 4 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CB WALK IN CAMPSITES 5 TO 8 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
BRAZIL CREEK SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
OZARK TRAIL - TAUM SAUK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
GRASSHOPPER HOLLOW SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FELLED PINE SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SUMMIT SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BRUSHY CREEK - BLUE 6 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
OT- KARKAGNHNE PARKING SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
J HWY PARKING SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SILVER MINES SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SILVER MINE DAM TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BRUSHY CREEK - BLUE 5 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BRUSHY CREEK - BLUE 7 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes

Museums in Ironton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
AMERICAN CUT GLASS ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5737567344$50,735
BELLEVUE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION10454 ROBINSON ROAD5737665711
BISMARK DEPOT PRESERVATION COMMITTEEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CITIZENS REALIZING OUR POTENTIALHISTORY MUSEUM
IRON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION631 MISSOURI 215735463513

Libraries in Ironton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
OZARK REGIONAL LIBRARY402 N MAIN ST0.0177,327
FARMINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY108 W HARRISON ST0.0117,653

Farmers Markets in Ironton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Arcadia Valley Farmers' Market250 South Main Street05/25/2013 to 10/26/2013Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Farmington Farmers MarketVFW on Karsch Blvd(Hwy 32)04/12/2014 to 10/29/2014Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit

Restaurants in Ironton

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Checo's Mexican Restaurant

Cafes in Ironton

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arcadia Valley Coffee Company
Pickle & Perk

Gas Stations in Ironton

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's General Store

Banks in Ironton

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ozark Federal Savings & Loan

Breweries in Ironton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Deslogetown BreweryFood & Drink, Breweries, Brewery and Pub1669 Pine Ridge Trl15734314294, 5734314294Visit

Ski Resorts Near Ironton

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Copper Mountain 126.0 23 3,767 $89 November - April — Yes

Pharmacies in Ironton

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
USA DRUG 605 NORTH MAIN STREET 573-546-7915

EV Charging Stations in Ironton

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
IRONTONSAL SAVEALOTDC11370 MO-21ChargePoint Network1CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
IRONTONSAL SAVEALOTDC21370 MO-21ChargePoint Network1CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
IRONTONSAL SAVEALOTL21370 MO-21ChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in Ironton

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
155 CEMETERY HILL ROAD (103339)LTOWER79
509 Hwy 32 (103340)GTOWER78
EAST DENT COUNTY RD (77322)LTOWER77
West on Pimville Rd. just past Beal Rd. on the leftTOWER54
West on Pimville Rd. just past Beal Rd. on the leftTOWER54

Fire Stations in Ironton

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Ironton Fire Department123 N Main STVolunteer573-546-2622

Bridges in Ironton

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19672564,167F
CulvertConcrete continuous1925211,719F
CulvertConcrete continuous1930251,719F
CulvertConcrete continuous1930211,719F
CulvertConcrete continuous1930241,719G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19872781,486F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete198881750G
SlabConcrete continuous1967132500F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200846250F
CulvertSteel19202340F
CulvertConcrete continuous20213640G
SlabConcrete continuous19803035P

Correctional Facilities in Ironton

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
IRON COUNTY JAIL220 SOUTH SHEPHERD STREETCOUNTY-999-999OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Ironton

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Arcadia, MO13700 Highway 21TRAIN

Airports Near Ironton

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
A Paul Vance Fredericktown Regional Airport—Small Airport
Aire Parque Airport—Small Airport
Bismarck Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Bollinger-Crass Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Bonne Terre Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Carr Creek Airport—Small Airport
Christian Outreach Airfield—Small Airport
Dale Curten Farm Airport—Small Airport
Dove Airstrip—Small Airport
Duclos RLA Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Eagle Field—Small Airport
Faries Field—Small Airport
Farmington Regional AirportFAMSmall Airport
Flying 'J' Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Joseph Scott Airport—Small Airport
Kelly Field—Small Airport
Lakeside Airport—Small Airport
Lone Eagle Landing Airport—Small Airport
Mans Field—Small Airport
Nilsen Airport—Small Airport
Piedmont Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Ray Johnson Inc Airport—Small Airport
Riverveiw Airport—Small Airport
Rolling Shoals Farm Airport—Small Airport
Sainte Genevieve Flying Club Airport—Small Airport
Short-N-Ruff Airport—Small Airport
Sky Ranch II Airport—Small Airport
Smith Airfield—Small Airport
Smith Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Sullivan Regional Airport—Small Airport
Viburnum Airport—Small Airport
Voges Airstrip—Small Airport
Washington County Airport—Small Airport
Wildy Field—Small Airport
Yarbro Field—Small Airport

Police Stations in Ironton

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Iron County Sheriffs Department220 South Shepherd Street
Saint Francois County Sheriff's Department1550 Doubet Road

Grocery Stores in Ironton

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Casey's 3086Convenience Store223 E Madison St
CVS 11206Other124 W Russell St
DOLLAR GENERAL 19050Other221 E Russell St
Town & Country 2681Supermarket616 N Main St

Treatment Centers in Ironton

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
BJC Behavioral Health - Southeast SiteBoth573-756-5353
Southeast Missouri Behavioral HealthBoth573-756-5749

DOL Wage Violations in Ironton

4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $34,662 in back wages owed to 67 employees.

4
Violations
$34,662
Back Wages Owed
67
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Iron County Sheriff's Department — — 63650 — 1 $25,243 $814 31
Iron County — — 63650 — 1 $7,441 $465 16
Sonic Drive-In of Ironton, MO — — 63650 — 1 $1,755 $125 14
Arcadia Valley Drug — — 63650 — 1 $222 $37 6

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ironton

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ARCADIA VALLEY ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 234
ARCADIA VALLEY CHAPEL306 W WAYNE ST
EMMANUEL BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CORPORATIONHC 69 BOX 2325
EXECUTIVE BOARD OF THE MISSOURI BAPTIST CONVERTION355 COUNTY ROAD 42
EXECUTIVE BOARD OF THE MISSOURI BAPTIST CONVERTION1284 IRON MOUNTAIN CEMETERY RD
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH IRONTONPO BOX 386
GLOVER BAPTIST CHURCH104 ROBIN DR
GOSPEL TRINITY PC GPO BOX 182
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH101 E DENT ST
ST PAULS EPISCOPAL CHURCH106 N KNOB ST
STOUTS CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH3032 HWY M

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ironton

What is the population of Ironton?

Ironton has a population of 1,755 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,310 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Ironton expensive to live in?

Ironton 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 $42,415, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $109,900 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $703 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ironton safe?

Ironton 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 1,342 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Ironton receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ironton?

Ironton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Ironton?

The job market in Ironton is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 5.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ironton?

The median home value in Ironton is $109,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $128,017. For renters, the median monthly rent is $703. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 74.5%.

How are the schools in Ironton?

Schools in Ironton score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.3% of adults in Ironton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ironton?

The obesity rate in Ironton is 41.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.1% of adults are smokers. 32.0% are physically inactive. 28.3% of residents report depression. 10.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Ironton?

The average commute in Ironton is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ironton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ironton is 91.4% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 99.3% of residents speak only English at home. 6.6% of the population are military veterans. 19.8% of residents have a disability. 84.6% have health insurance coverage.

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