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Latham, MO

Missouri

Latham is a small town in Missouri with a population of 67. Residents earn $67,857 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
67 Population 172/sq mi density
$67,857 Median Income $27,664 per capita
$87,000 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$67,857 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,000 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,857
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,000
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population67
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density172/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans58.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,857
Per Capita$27,664
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.0%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units38
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking20.4%
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation886 ft (270 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+63.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband30.0%

Is Latham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Latham receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Latham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Latham is $67,857, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Latham is $87,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Latham 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 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 5.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Latham has a population of 67 with a density of 172 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).

Population

67
Total Population
172
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Latham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.5%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.5%
16% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Latham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Latham is $67,857, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Latham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,857
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,664

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Latham is $87,000, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,000
69% below US avg

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-Occupied83.3%
Housing Units38
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

In Latham, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.6% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 30.0% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.8%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.7%
Uninsured10.6%
23% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits49.2%

Food & Exercise

Latham 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 40.0 inches. The area enjoys 263 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall5.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation886 ft (270 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density172/sq mi
Coordinates38.5609°N, 92.6824°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 30.0% 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+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+63.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density172/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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