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Kirbyville, MO

Missouri

Kirbyville is a small town in Missouri with a population of 98. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
98 Population 70/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $23,198 per capita
$147,500 Home Value $254,928 Zillow
57°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$147,500 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $147,500
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 40.0%
223% higher than US avg

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

People

Population98
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density70/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans76.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$23,198
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty40.0%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$147,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$254,928
Housing Units65
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking17.5%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.0 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+88.2%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute16 min
Broadband42.0%

Is Kirbyville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kirbyville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Kirbyville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kirbyville is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 40.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kirbyville is $147,500, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Kirbyville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kirbyville has a population of 98 with a density of 70 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.5%), with 2% Hispanic, 12.2% Black.

Population

98
Total Population
70
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kirbyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kirbyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kirbyville is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 40.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Kirbyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,198

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate40.0%
223% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.3 min
Drive Alone62.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kirbyville is $147,500, 48% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,928.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$147,500
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$254,928

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.3%
Housing Units65
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

In Kirbyville, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 27.1% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.1%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits58.7%

Food & Exercise

Kirbyville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.0 inches. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.0 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates36.6231°N, 93.1641°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 42.0% 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+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+88.2%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density70/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.3 min
Drive Alone62.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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