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Koshkonong, MO

Missouri

Koshkonong is a small town in Missouri with a population of 210. Residents earn $27,891 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
210 Population 1,167/sq mi density
$27,891 Median Income $21,613 per capita
$62,200 Home Value $224,552 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 29.4% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$27,891 median income, 7.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$62,200 home value, $725/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,891
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $62,200
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 40.4%
226% higher than US avg

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

People

Population210
Median Age18.2 yrs
Density1,167/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

D
Median Income$27,891
Per Capita$21,613
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty40.4%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$62,200
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$224,552
Housing Units73
Rent Burden29.4%

Health

Obesity41.7%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking24.6%
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation981 ft (299 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+83.3%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute18 min
Broadband63.0%

Is Koshkonong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Koshkonong receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Koshkonong has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Koshkonong is $27,891, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 40.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Koshkonong is $62,200, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.3% 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.

Koshkonong has a population of 210 with a density of 1,167 people per square mile. The median age is 18.2 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.7%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

210
Total Population
1,167
People / sq mi
18.2yrs
Median Age
53% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41%
Female 59%

Race & Ethnicity

Koshkonong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Koshkonong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Koshkonong is $27,891, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 40.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Koshkonong vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,891
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,613

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate40.4%
226% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Koshkonong is $62,200, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $224,552.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$62,200
78% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$224,552

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden29.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.3%
Housing Units73
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

In Koshkonong, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 24.6% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 34.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD11.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.6%
76% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity34.8%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress17.8%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.2%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits49.7%

Food & Exercise

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 63.0% 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+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+83.3%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,167/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

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