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Lowry City, MO

Missouri

Lowry City is a small town in Missouri with a population of 587. Residents earn $42,159 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
587 Population 570/sq mi density
$42,159 Median Income $23,271 per capita
$84,300 Home Value $148,690 Zillow
$707 Median Rent 17.4% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
162 Violent Crime/100K 0 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$42,159 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,300 home value, $707/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
162 violent crimes/100K (57% below avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,159
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,300
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 162/100K
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $707
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population587
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density570/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans13.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,159
Per Capita$23,271
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty12.2%
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,300
Rent$707
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$148,690
Housing Units316
Rent Burden17.4%

Crime

C
Violent162/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault162/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking22.0%
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation876 ft (267 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+85.7%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute37 min
Broadband82.1%

Is Lowry City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lowry City receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Lowry City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lowry City is $42,159, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lowry City is $84,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $707 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lowry City is below the national average at 162 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lowry City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lowry City has a population of 587 with a density of 570 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.2% female and 44.8% male. The city is predominantly White (93.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.2% of residents. 13.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 24.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 91.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

587
Total Population
570
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lowry City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lowry City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lowry City is $42,159, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,271 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 5.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lowry City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,159
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,271

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.8 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lowry City is $84,300, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,690, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $707 (39% 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 316 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1968. 17.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,300
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$148,690

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$707
39% below US avg
Rent Burden17.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.2%
Housing Units316
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

In Lowry City, 37.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 35.2% have high blood pressure. 22.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.0% report binge drinking. 33.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 29.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.4% experience frequent mental distress. 10.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Lowry City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.0%
57% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity33.8%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress16.6%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits57.6%

Food & Exercise

Lowry City has a violent crime rate of 162 per 100,000 residents, 57% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 161.8 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 0 per 100,000, 100% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 0, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Lowry City receives a safety grade of C.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent161.8/100K
57% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault161.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
Lowry City experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°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 41.3 inches. The area receives 5.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 876 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall5.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation876 ft (267 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density570/sq mi
Coordinates38.1400°N, 93.7269°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.8 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
April 56°F (13°C) 4.0 in
May 64°F (18°C) 4.9 in Wettest
June 73°F (23°C) 4.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.9 in
September 69°F (21°C) 4.4 in
October 58°F (14°C) 4.0 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.1 in
December 35°F (1°C) 2.3 in

Lowry City has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 29°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (1.5").

8.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 76% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. 5.2% 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. 82.1% of households have broadband internet access. 84.2% 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+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+85.7%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density570/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.1%

Safety & Disasters

C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.8 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Lowry City

What is the population of Lowry City?

Lowry City has a population of 587 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 570 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.2% female and 44.8% male.

Is Lowry City expensive to live in?

Lowry City 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 $42,159, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $84,300 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $707 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lowry City safe?

Lowry City is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 162 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Lowry City receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lowry City?

Lowry City has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches, with 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Lowry City?

The job market in Lowry City is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 37 minutes, and 5.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lowry City?

The median home value in Lowry City is $84,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,690. For renters, the median monthly rent is $707. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Lowry City?

Schools in Lowry City score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 8.1% of adults in Lowry City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lowry City?

The obesity rate in Lowry City is 37.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.0% of adults are smokers. 33.8% are physically inactive. 29.0% of residents report depression. 10.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Lowry City?

The average commute in Lowry City is 37 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lowry City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lowry City is 93.4% White, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 97.2% of residents speak only English at home. 13.3% of the population are military veterans. 24.8% of residents have a disability. 91.4% have health insurance coverage.

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