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Jerico Springs, MO

Missouri

Jerico Springs is a small town in Missouri with a population of 241. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
241 Population 354/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $21,317 per capita
$59,200 Home Value $255,348 Zillow
$528 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,200 home value, $528/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,200
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $528
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population241
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density354/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$21,317
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty10.7%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,200
Rent$528
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,348
Housing Units122
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity41.9%
Uninsured13.2%
Smoking26.2%
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease8.4%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation1,014 ft (309 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+83.1%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute29 min
Broadband84.0%

Is Jerico Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jerico Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jerico Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jerico Springs is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jerico Springs is $59,200, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $528 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Jerico Springs has a population of 241 with a density of 354 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 10% Hispanic.

Population

241
Total Population
354
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Jerico Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jerico Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jerico Springs is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Jerico Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,317

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Drive Alone94.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Jerico Springs is $59,200, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $528 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,348.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,200
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,348

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$528
55% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%
Housing Units122
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

In Jerico Springs, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.2% of residents lack health insurance. 26.2% are current smokers. 29.7% report depression. 37.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Jerico Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease8.4%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma12.5%
COPD12.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.2%
87% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity37.5%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress19.1%
Short Sleep42.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.9%
Uninsured13.2%
53% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits42.3%

Food & Exercise

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 84.0% 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+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+83.1%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density354/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Drive Alone94.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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