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Jacksonville, MO

Missouri

Jacksonville is a small town in Missouri with a population of 106. Residents earn $45,000 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
106 Population 964/sq mi density
$45,000 Median Income $27,563 per capita
53°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$45,000 median income, 3.2% unemployment
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,000
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population106
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density964/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans85.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,000
Per Capita$27,563
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty8.6%
Commute31 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,434
Housing Units56
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity34.0%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking15.5%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation866 ft (264 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+77.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute31 min
Broadband54.0%

Is Jacksonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jacksonville receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Jacksonville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jacksonville is $45,000, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Jacksonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Jacksonville has a population of 106 with a density of 964 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

106
Total Population
964
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Jacksonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Jacksonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jacksonville is $45,000, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Jacksonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,000
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,563

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,434.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$252,434

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.0%
Housing Units56
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

In Jacksonville, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits61.2%

Food & Exercise

Jacksonville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 inches. The area enjoys 263 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density964/sq mi
Coordinates39.5884°N, 92.4713°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 54.0% 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+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+77.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density964/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

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