Lewistown, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $53,500

29% lower than US avg

Home Value $90,000

68% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 20.9%

38% lower than US avg

Median Rent $673

42% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.7%

27% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.0%

72% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.0%

44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population436

Median Age32.5 yrs

Density872/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 99%

Veterans7.9%

Economy

Median Income$53,500

Per Capita$20,952

Unemployment1.0%

Poverty7.0%

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$90,000

Rent$673

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$227,052

Housing Units217

Rent Burden25.5%

Health

Obesity40.7%

Uninsured12.0%

Smoking25.5%

Depression28.7%

Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain37.8 in/yr

Sunny Days267/yr

Elevation732 ft (223 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+20.9%

High School+93.3%

Graduate+2.7%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute22 min

Broadband75.0%

EV Stations1

Is Lewistown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lewistown receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lewistown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lewistown is $53,500, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lewistown is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $673 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lewistown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lewistown has a population of 436 with a density of 872 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.2% female and 46.8% male. The city is predominantly White (99.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 7.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 20.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

436

Total Population

872

People / sq mi

32.5yrs

Median Age

16% below US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%

Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lewistown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lewistown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lewistown is $53,500, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,952 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% 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 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lewistown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$53,500
	29% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$20,952

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.0%
	72% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.0%
	44% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.4 min
Drive Alone	79.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Lewistown is $90,000, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $227,052, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $673 (42% 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 217 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1966. 25.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$90,000
	68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$227,052

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$673
	42% below US avg
Rent Burden	25.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	82.9%
Housing Units	217
Median Year Built	1966

Property Tax

In Lewistown, 40.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.4% of residents, above the national average. 36.3% have high blood pressure. 25.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.2% report binge drinking. 37.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.3% experience frequent mental distress. 12.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.7%
	27% above US avg
Diabetes	12.5%
Heart Disease	7.4%
High Blood Pressure	36.3%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	11.2%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	25.5%
	82% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.2%
Physical Inactivity	37.2%
Depression	28.7%
Mental Distress	22.3%
Physical Distress	17.9%
Short Sleep	41.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.3%
Uninsured	12.0%
	40% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.9%
Dental Visits	48.9%

Food & Exercise

Lewistown experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 267 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 37.8 inches. The area receives 4.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 732 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	52.3°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-4°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	267 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.8 inches
	0% below US avg
Snowfall	4.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	732 ft (223 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density	872/sq mi
Coordinates	40.0862°N, 91.8132°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	24°F (-4°C)	1.5 in	Coldest
February	30°F (-1°C)	1.4 in	Driest
March	41°F (5°C)	2.9 in
April	53°F (12°C)	3.4 in
May	63°F (17°C)	4.5 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	3.7 in
July	77°F (25°C)	4.4 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	3.7 in
September	67°F (19°C)	4.4 in
October	55°F (13°C)	3.1 in
November	42°F (5°C)	2.8 in
December	30°F (-1°C)	2.1 in

Lewistown has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 24°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.4").

20.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 38% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. 2.7% 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. 75.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. 79.8% 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+	20.9%
	38% below US avg
High School+	93.3%
Graduate Degree+	2.7%
School Test Score	5.51

C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	872/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	75.0%
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.4 min
Drive Alone	79.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Lewistown

What is the population of Lewistown?

Lewistown has a population of 436 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 872 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.2% female and 46.8% male.

Is Lewistown expensive to live in?

Lewistown 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 $53,500, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $90,000 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $673 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Lewistown?

Lewistown has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.8 inches, with 4.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Lewistown?

The job market in Lewistown is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 3.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lewistown?

The median home value in Lewistown is $90,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $227,052. For renters, the median monthly rent is $673. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Lewistown?

Schools in Lewistown score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 20.9% of adults in Lewistown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lewistown?

The obesity rate in Lewistown is 40.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 25.5% of adults are smokers. 37.2% are physically inactive. 28.7% of residents report depression. 12.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Lewistown?

The average commute in Lewistown is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lewistown?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lewistown is 99.1% White, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 7.9% of the population are military veterans. 20.6% of residents have a disability. 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

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