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Luray, MO

Missouri

Luray is a small town in Missouri with a population of 109. Residents earn $70,500 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
109 Population 545/sq mi density
$70,500 Median Income $12,457 per capita
$51,300 Home Value
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$70,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$51,300 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,500
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $51,300
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.2%
93% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.2%
79% higher than US avg

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

People

Population109
Median Age10.3 yrs
Density545/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans48.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,500
Per Capita$12,457
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.2%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$51,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units30
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking19.0%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation745 ft (227 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.2%
High School+97.8%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband20.0%

Is Luray a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Luray receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Luray offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Luray is $70,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Luray is $51,300, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Luray has a population of 109 with a density of 545 people per square mile. The median age is 10.3 years, 74% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.7%), with 18.3% Black.

Population

109
Total Population
545
People / sq mi
10.3yrs
Median Age
74% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.2%
Female 57.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Luray vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Luray vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Luray is $70,500, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Luray vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,500
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.2%
79% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Luray is $51,300, 82% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$51,300
82% 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-Occupied85.0%
Housing Units30
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

In Luray, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.0% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma9.9%
COPD7.2%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.0%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep40.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.2%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.5%
Dental Visits50.9%

Food & Exercise

2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 20.0% 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+2.2%
93% below US avg
High School+97.8%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density545/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.5%

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