Jonesburg, MO

Missouri

Jonesburg is a small town in Missouri with a population of 754. Residents earn $83,750 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
754 Population 375/sq mi density
$83,750 Median Income $27,129 per capita
$168,100 Home Value $274,543 Zillow
$911 Median Rent 14.6% income on rent
405 Violent Crime/100K 946 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$83,750 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$168,100 home value, $911/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
405 violent crimes/100K (7% above avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,750
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $168,100
40% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 405/100K
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $911
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population754
Median Age59.1 yrs
Density375/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,750
Per Capita$27,129
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty6.9%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,100
Rent$911
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$274,543
Housing Units339
Rent Burden14.6%

Crime

F
Violent405/100K
Property946/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault405/100K
Burglary541/100K

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking19.9%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation912 ft (278 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+88.6%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Broadband86.2%

Is Jonesburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jonesburg receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Jonesburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jonesburg is $83,750, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jonesburg is $168,100, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $911 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 405 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 946 per 100,000, 52% below the national average.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Jonesburg has a population of 754 with a density of 375 people per square mile. The median age is 59.1 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.6%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 4.1% Black.

Population

754
Total Population
375
People / sq mi
59.1yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.2%
Female 56.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Jonesburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jonesburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jonesburg is $83,750, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Jonesburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,750
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$27,129

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone61.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Jonesburg is $168,100, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $911 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $274,543.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,100
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$274,543

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$911
22% below US avg
Rent Burden14.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.7%
Housing Units339
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

In Jonesburg, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.6% of residents lack health insurance. 19.9% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.9%
42% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity31.6%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Uninsured10.6%
23% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits57.0%

Food & Exercise

Jonesburg has a violent crime rate of 405 per 100,000 residents, 7% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 946 per 100,000 (52% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent405.4/100K
7% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault405.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property946.0/100K
52% below US avg
Burglary540.5/100K
Theft405.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 86.2% 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+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+88.6%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density375/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.2%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone61.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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