Laurie, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $46,667

38% lower than US avg

Home Value $185,800

34% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 752/100K

98% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.5%

60% lower than US avg

Median Rent $773

34% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.2%

16% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.4%

22% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.8%

37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population992

Median Age63.4 yrs

Density180/mi²

Male / Female39% / 61%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans6.1%

Economy

Median Income$46,667

Per Capita$30,882

Unemployment4.4%

Poverty7.8%

Commute21 min

Housing

Home Value$185,800

Rent$773

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$285,275

Housing Units570

Rent Burden25.6%

Crime

Violent752/100K

Property4,834/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault752/100K

Burglary1,504/100K

Health

Obesity37.2%

Uninsured9.3%

Smoking18.3%

Depression28.0%

Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain41.5 in/yr

Sunny Days261/yr

Elevation961 ft (293 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.5%

High School+94.1%

Graduate+4.8%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute21 min

Broadband86.7%

Is Laurie a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Laurie is $46,667, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.8% 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 Laurie is $185,800, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $773 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 752 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,834 per 100,000, 147% above the national average.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Laurie experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches, including 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Laurie has a population of 992 with a density of 180 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles. The median age is 63.4 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 61.2% female and 38.8% male. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 2.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.4% of residents. 6.1% of the population are veterans. 34.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

992

Total Population

180

People / sq mi

63.4yrs

Median Age

63% above US avg

5.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.8%

Female 61.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Laurie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.4%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.6%
	96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Laurie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laurie is $46,667, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,882 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Laurie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$46,667
	38% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,882

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.4%
	22% above US avg
Poverty Rate	7.8%
	37% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.6 min
Drive Alone	76.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Laurie is $185,800, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $285,275, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $773 (34% 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 570 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1989. 25.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$185,800
	34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$285,275

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$773
	34% below US avg
Rent Burden	25.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	73.8%
Housing Units	570
Median Year Built	1989

Property Tax

In Laurie, 37.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 33.0% have high blood pressure. 18.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.2% report binge drinking. 29.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.8% experience frequent mental distress. 9.3% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.2%
	16% above US avg
Diabetes	10.5%
Heart Disease	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	33.0%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	8.2%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.3%
	31% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.2%
Physical Inactivity	29.8%
Depression	28.0%
Mental Distress	19.8%
Physical Distress	14.9%
Short Sleep	40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.7%
Uninsured	9.3%
	8% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.0%
Dental Visits	55.8%

Food & Exercise

Laurie has a violent crime rate of 752 per 100,000 residents, 98% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 751.9 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,834 per 100,000, 147% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,008, burglary at 1,504, vehicle theft at 322 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Laurie receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Laurie vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	751.9/100K
	98% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	751.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	4,833.5/100K
	147% above US avg
Burglary	1,503.8/100K
Theft	3,007.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	322.2/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Laurie experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 261 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 41.5 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 961 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	55.3°F
	2% above US avg
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	41.5 inches
	9% above US avg
Snowfall	5.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	961 ft (293 m)
Area	5.5 sq mi (14.2 km²)
Population Density	180/sq mi
Coordinates	38.1992°N, 92.8335°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	30°F (-1°C)	1.5 in	Coldest, Driest
February	35°F (2°C)	1.9 in
March	46°F (8°C)	3.5 in
April	56°F (13°C)	3.9 in
May	64°F (18°C)	5.1 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	4.3 in
July	78°F (25°C)	3.5 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.6 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.4 in
October	58°F (14°C)	4.0 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.2 in
December	35°F (2°C)	2.5 in

Laurie has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 30°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (1.5").

13.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 60% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. 4.8% 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. 86.7% of households have broadband internet access. 76.6% 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+	13.5%
	60% below US avg
High School+	94.1%
Graduate Degree+	4.8%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	180/sq mi
Total Area	5.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	86.7%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.6 min
Drive Alone	76.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Laurie

What is the population of Laurie?

Laurie has a population of 992 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 180 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 63.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 61.2% female and 38.8% male.

Is Laurie expensive to live in?

Laurie 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 $46,667, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $185,800 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $773 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Laurie safe?

Public safety is a concern in Laurie, with a violent crime rate of 752 per 100,000 — significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,834 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Laurie receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Laurie?

Laurie has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 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 Laurie?

Laurie has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 10.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Laurie?

The median home value in Laurie is $185,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $285,275. For renters, the median monthly rent is $773. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Laurie?

Schools in Laurie score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.5% of adults in Laurie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Laurie?

The obesity rate in Laurie is 37.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.3% of adults are smokers. 29.8% are physically inactive. 28.0% of residents report depression. 9.3% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Laurie?

The average commute in Laurie is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Laurie?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Laurie is 92.7% White, 2.4% Hispanic or Latino. 99.4% of residents speak only English at home. 6.1% of the population are military veterans. 34.0% of residents have a disability. 88.7% have health insurance coverage.

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