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Lucerne, MO

Missouri

Lucerne is a small town in Missouri with a population of 20. Residents earn $43,125 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
20 Population 80/sq mi density
$43,125 Median Income $41,410 per capita
51°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$43,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,125
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population20
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density80/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans16.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,125
Per Capita$41,410
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.0%
Commute28 min

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation971 ft (296 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+87.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband13.0%

Is Lucerne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lucerne receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lucerne has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lucerne is $43,125, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lucerne experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lucerne has a population of 20 with a density of 80 people per square mile. The median age is 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%).

Population

20
Total Population
80
People / sq mi
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35%
Female 65%

Race & Ethnicity

Lucerne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lucerne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lucerne is $43,125, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Lucerne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,125
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,410

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Lucerne has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 262 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall5.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation971 ft (296 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density80/sq mi
Coordinates40.4639°N, 93.2922°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 13.0% 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+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+87.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density80/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access13.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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