Laddonia, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $49,583

34% lower than US avg

Home Value $78,300

72% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 9.4%

72% lower than US avg

Median Rent $550

53% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.3%

19% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.2%

17% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.2%

10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population592

Median Age46.1 yrs

Density834/mi²

Male / Female41% / 59%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans6.5%

Economy

Median Income$49,583

Per Capita$24,814

Unemployment4.2%

Poverty11.2%

Commute28 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$78,300

Rent$550

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$183,924

Housing Units315

Rent Burden26.3%

Health

Obesity38.3%

Uninsured9.8%

Smoking19.7%

Depression27.1%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain38.9 in/yr

Sunny Days266/yr

Elevation774 ft (236 m)

Education

Bachelor's+9.4%

High School+83.1%

Graduate+0.4%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute28 min

Broadband84.0%

Is Laddonia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laddonia receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Laddonia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Laddonia is $49,583, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Laddonia is $78,300, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Laddonia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches, including 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Laddonia has a population of 592 with a density of 834 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 59% female and 41% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.1% of residents. 6.5% of the population are veterans. 19.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 83.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

592

Total Population

834

People / sq mi

46.1yrs

Median Age

19% above US avg

0.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41%

Female 59%

Race & Ethnicity

Laddonia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.1%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.9%
	86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Laddonia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laddonia is $49,583, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,814 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 0.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Laddonia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$49,583
	34% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$24,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.2%
	17% above US avg
Poverty Rate	11.2%
	10% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.5 min
Drive Alone	85.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Laddonia is $78,300, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,924, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $550 (53% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 315 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1967. 26.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$78,300
	72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$183,924

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$550
	53% below US avg
Rent Burden	26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	82.3%
Housing Units	315
Median Year Built	1967

Property Tax

In Laddonia, 38.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 33.2% have high blood pressure. 19.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.4% report binge drinking. 31.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.4% experience frequent mental distress. 9.8% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.3%
	19% above US avg
Diabetes	10.7%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	33.2%
Asthma	11.2%
COPD	8.5%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.7%
	41% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.4%
Physical Inactivity	31.0%
Depression	27.1%
Mental Distress	20.4%
Physical Distress	15.3%
Short Sleep	40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	83.2%
Uninsured	9.8%
	14% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.8%
Dental Visits	54.6%

Food & Exercise

Laddonia experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 266 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches. The area receives 5.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 774 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.3°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.9 inches
	2% above US avg
Snowfall	5.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	774 ft (236 m)
Area	0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density	834/sq mi
Coordinates	39.2425°N, 91.6454°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-3°C)	1.6 in	Coldest, Driest
February	32°F (-0°C)	1.8 in
March	43°F (6°C)	3.2 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.8 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.1 in
July	77°F (25°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	3.5 in
September	67°F (20°C)	3.7 in
October	56°F (13°C)	3.0 in
November	43°F (6°C)	3.3 in
December	32°F (-0°C)	2.5 in

Laddonia has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 26°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (1.6").

9.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 72% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. 0.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet access. 85.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	9.4%
	72% below US avg
High School+	83.1%
Graduate Degree+	0.4%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	834/sq mi
Total Area	0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	84.0%
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.5 min
Drive Alone	85.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Laddonia

What is the population of Laddonia?

Laddonia has a population of 592 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 834 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 59% female and 41% male.

Is Laddonia expensive to live in?

Laddonia is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $49,583, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $78,300 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Laddonia?

Laddonia has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.9 inches, with 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Laddonia?

Laddonia has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 0.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Laddonia?

The median home value in Laddonia is $78,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,924. For renters, the median monthly rent is $550. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Laddonia?

Schools in Laddonia score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 9.4% of adults in Laddonia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. 0.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Laddonia?

The obesity rate in Laddonia is 38.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.7% of adults are smokers. 31.0% are physically inactive. 27.1% of residents report depression. 9.8% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Laddonia?

The average commute in Laddonia is 28 minutes. 85.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Laddonia?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Laddonia is 97.8% White. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 6.5% of the population are military veterans. 19.7% of residents have a disability. 83.2% have health insurance coverage.

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