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Lupus, MO

Missouri

Lupus is a small town in Missouri with a population of 27. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
27 Population 142/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $36,952 per capita
$80,000 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 50.0%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population27
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density142/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans23.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$36,952
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty12.5%
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units18
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation581 ft (177 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+90.9%
Graduate+13.6%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute47 min
Broadband14.0%

Is Lupus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lupus receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Lupus stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lupus is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lupus is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 50.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lupus experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches, including 5.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lupus has a population of 27 with a density of 142 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 11.1% Hispanic.

Population

27
Total Population
142
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lupus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lupus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lupus is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Lupus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,952

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.7 min
Drive Alone28.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home35.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lupus is $80,000, 72% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units18
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Lupus has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 inches. The area enjoys 264 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall5.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates38.8462°N, 92.4533°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
50.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 14.0% 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+50.0%
48% above US avg
High School+90.9%
Graduate Degree+13.6%
School Test Score5.51
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density142/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access14.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.7 min
Drive Alone28.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home35.7%

Nearby Cities

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