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Linn Creek, MO

Missouri

Linn Creek is a small town in Missouri with a population of 196. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
196 Population 151/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $29,355 per capita
$183,300 Home Value $339,634 Zillow
$869 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
410 Violent Crime/100K 2,459 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$183,300 home value, $869/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
410 violent crimes/100K (8% above avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $183,300
35% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 410/100K
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $869
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.7%
188% higher than US avg

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

People

Population196
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density151/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$29,355
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty35.7%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$183,300
Rent$869
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$339,634
Housing Units129
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

F
Violent410/100K
Property2,459/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault410/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking17.4%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation725 ft (221 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+80.6%
Graduate+9.6%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband90.0%

Is Linn Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Linn Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Linn Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Linn Creek is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 35.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Linn Creek is $183,300, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $869 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 410 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,459 per 100,000, 25% above the national average.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Linn Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Linn Creek has a population of 196 with a density of 151 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.2%), with 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

196
Total Population
151
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Linn Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Linn Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Linn Creek is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 35.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Linn Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,355

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate35.7%
188% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Linn Creek is $183,300, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $869 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $339,634.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,300
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$339,634

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$869
25% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.9%
Housing Units129
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

In Linn Creek, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Linn Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits55.5%

Food & Exercise

Linn Creek has a violent crime rate of 410 per 100,000 residents, 8% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,459 per 100,000 (25% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent409.8/100K
8% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault409.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,459.0/100K
25% above US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft2,459.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Linn Creek has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation725 ft (221 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density151/sq mi
Coordinates38.0376°N, 92.7119°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 90.0% 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+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+80.6%
Graduate Degree+9.6%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density151/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

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