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Mendon, MO

Missouri

Mendon is a small town in Missouri with a population of 204. Residents earn $55,625 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
204 Population 1,133/sq mi density
$55,625 Median Income $30,392 per capita
$588 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$588/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,625
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $588
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population204
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density1,133/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,625
Per Capita$30,392
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.6%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$588
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units108
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking18.8%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation709 ft (216 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband77.0%

Is Mendon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mendon receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Mendon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mendon is $55,625, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $588 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Mendon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Mendon has a population of 204 with a density of 1,133 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

204
Total Population
1,133
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mendon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mendon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mendon is $55,625, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Mendon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,625
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,392

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $588 (49% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$588
49% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.0%
Housing Units108
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

In Mendon, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.8%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits55.9%

Food & Exercise

Mendon has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 266 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall4.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation709 ft (216 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,133/sq mi
Coordinates39.5897°N, 93.1346°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 77.0% 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+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.51
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,133/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

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