Jasper, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Jasper, MO
At a Glance
How Jasper Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jasper's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jasper a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jasper residents earn a median household income of $48,750 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,933. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jasper is $110,900 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $231,901. Median rent is $655/month, with 21.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Education
16.3% of adults in Jasper hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below the national average). 92.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jasper has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.