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Linneus, MO

Missouri

Linneus is a small town in Missouri with a population of 187. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
187 Population 175/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $24,305 per capita
$61,000 Home Value $182,569 Zillow
$292 Median Rent 25.9% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$61,000 home value, $292/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $61,000
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $292
75% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population187
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density175/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$24,305
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty11.5%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$61,000
Rent$292
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$182,569
Housing Units123
Rent Burden25.9%

Health

Obesity35.4%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking19.7%
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation840 ft (256 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+87.0%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband80.0%

Is Linneus a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Linneus is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Linneus is $61,000, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $292 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Linneus experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches, including 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Linneus has a population of 187 with a density of 175 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

187
Total Population
175
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Linneus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.5%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.5%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Linneus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Linneus is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Linneus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,305

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Linneus is $61,000, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $292 (75% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $182,569.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$61,000
78% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$182,569

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$292
75% below US avg
Rent Burden25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.3%
Housing Units123
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

In Linneus, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 19.7% are current smokers. 28.1% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.7%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits57.1%

Food & Exercise

Linneus has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.1 inches. The area enjoys 262 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall6.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation840 ft (256 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density175/sq mi
Coordinates39.8786°N, 93.1888°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 80.0% 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+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+87.0%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density175/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Nearby Cities

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