Kinloch, MO

Missouri

Kinloch is a small town in Missouri with a population of 354. Residents earn $43,021 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
354 Population 485/sq mi density
$43,021 Median Income $26,799 per capita
$84,400 Home Value
$830 Median Rent 25.4% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
1,338 Violent Crime/100K 7,358 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$43,021 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,400 home value, $830/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,338 violent crimes/100K (252% above avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,021
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,400
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,338/100K
252% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.0%
25% higher than US avg
Median Rent $830
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.0%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.8%
181% higher than US avg

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

People

Population354
Median Age24.4 yrs
Density485/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 39%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,021
Per Capita$26,799
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty34.8%
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,400
Rent$830
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units165
Rent Burden25.4%

Crime

F
Violent1,338/100K
Property7,358/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault1,338/100K
Burglary2,676/100K

Health

Obesity44.0%
Uninsured14.9%
Smoking25.4%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation610 ft (186 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.0%
High School+96.4%
Graduate+14.6%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute36 min
Broadband85.6%

Is Kinloch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kinloch receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Kinloch offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kinloch is $43,021, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. The poverty rate of 34.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kinloch is $84,400, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $830 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

With 1,338 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,358 per 100,000, 275% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Kinloch enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kinloch has a population of 354 with a density of 485 people per square mile. The median age is 24.4 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (46.6%), with 38.7% White, 3.7% Hispanic.

Population

354
Total Population
485
People / sq mi
24.4yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.4%
Female 63.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kinloch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.0%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.0%
12% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kinloch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kinloch is $43,021, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Kinloch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,021
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,799

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.8%
181% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Drive Alone57.8%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home16.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Kinloch is $84,400, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $830 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,400
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$830
29% below US avg
Rent Burden25.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied28.3%
Housing Units165
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

In Kinloch, 44.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% of residents lack health insurance. 25.4% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 42.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.0%
37% above US avg
Diabetes18.7%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure45.5%
Asthma13.1%
COPD10.6%
Cancer5.1%
Stroke5.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking25.4%
81% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.2%
Physical Inactivity42.6%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress18.4%
Short Sleep45.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.9%
Uninsured14.9%
73% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.6%
Dental Visits39.4%

Food & Exercise

Kinloch has a violent crime rate of 1,338 per 100,000 residents, 252% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 7,358 per 100,000 (275% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,337.8/100K
252% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault1,337.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property7,357.9/100K
275% above US avg
Burglary2,675.6/100K
Theft4,013.4/100K
Vehicle Theft668.9/100K
Arson668.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Kinloch has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation610 ft (186 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density485/sq mi
Coordinates38.7406°N, 90.3254°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
42.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 85.6% 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+42.0%
25% above US avg
High School+96.4%
Graduate Degree+14.6%
School Test Score5.51
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density485/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.6%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Drive Alone57.8%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home16.1%

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