McCord Bend, MO

Missouri

McCord Bend is a small town in Missouri with a population of 143. Residents earn $33,750 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
143 Population 493/sq mi density
$33,750 Median Income $22,313 per capita
$77,100 Home Value
$642 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$33,750 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,100 home value, $642/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,750
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,100
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $642
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population143
Median Age58.5 yrs
Density493/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$33,750
Per Capita$22,313
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty10.6%
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,100
Rent$642
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units149
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity43.9%
Uninsured10.8%
Smoking21.8%
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation984 ft (300 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+67.5%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute39 min
Broadband70.0%

Is McCord Bend a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McCord Bend 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 below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. McCord Bend offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McCord Bend is $33,750, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McCord Bend is $77,100, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $642 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

McCord Bend has a population of 143 with a density of 493 people per square mile. The median age is 58.5 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.1%), with 18.2% Hispanic.

Population

143
Total Population
493
People / sq mi
58.5yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.6%
Female 59.4%

Race & Ethnicity

McCord Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McCord Bend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McCord Bend is $33,750, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: McCord Bend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,750
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,313

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
14% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.8 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in McCord Bend is $77,100, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $642 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,100
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$642
45% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.9%
Housing Units149
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

In McCord Bend, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.8% of residents lack health insurance. 21.8% are current smokers. 28.3% report depression. 33.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: McCord Bend vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity33.3%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress16.6%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.9%
Uninsured10.8%
26% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits52.6%

Food & Exercise

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 70.0% 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+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+67.5%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density493/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.8 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

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