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La Tour, MO

Missouri

La Tour is a small town in Missouri with a population of 181. Residents earn $71,050 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
181 Population 1,645/sq mi density
$71,050 Median Income $11,627 per capita
55°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$71,050 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,050
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.5%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.8%
51% higher than US avg

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

People

Population181
Median Age25.9 yrs
Density1,645/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,050
Per Capita$11,627
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.8%
Commute69 min

Health

Obesity27.5%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking13.4%
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation814 ft (248 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+60.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute69 min
Broadband41.0%

Is La Tour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Tour receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. La Tour offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Tour is $71,050, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 69 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

La Tour experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

La Tour has a population of 181 with a density of 1,645 people per square mile. The median age is 25.9 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59.7%), with 40.3% Hispanic.

Population

181
Total Population
1,645
People / sq mi
25.9yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.6%
Female 67.4%

Race & Ethnicity

La Tour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

La Tour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Tour is $71,050, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 69 minutes.

Income: La Tour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,050
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$11,627

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.8%
51% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time68.9 min
Drive Alone36.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In La Tour, 27.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 20.0% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: La Tour vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.5%
14% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma7.7%
COPD5.8%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress10.7%
Short Sleep29.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate51.0%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Checkup Rate59.1%
Dental Visits46.0%

Food & Exercise

La Tour has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. The area enjoys 262 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall4.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation814 ft (248 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,645/sq mi
Coordinates38.6345°N, 94.1016°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 41.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+60.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,645/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute68.9 min
Drive Alone36.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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