Jefferson City, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Jefferson City, MO
At a Glance
How Jefferson City Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jefferson City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jefferson City a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jefferson City residents earn a median household income of $67,205 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,051. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jefferson City is $208,000 , 26% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $280,966. Median rent is $766/month, with 24.2% 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 1977.
Education
36.9% of adults in Jefferson City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above the national average). 92.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jefferson City has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.