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Merwin, MO

Missouri

Merwin is a small town in Missouri with a population of 41. Residents earn $90,250 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
41 Population 273/sq mi density
$90,250 Median Income $22,959 per capita
55°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$90,250 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,250
20% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population41
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density273/mi²
Male / Female76% / 24%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans27.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,250
Per Capita$22,959
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty2.4%
Commute42 min

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation925 ft (282 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+95.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute42 min
Broadband13.0%

Is Merwin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Merwin receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Merwin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Merwin is $90,250, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Merwin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Merwin has a population of 41 with a density of 273 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

41
Total Population
273
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 75.6%
Female 24.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Merwin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Merwin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Merwin is $90,250, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Merwin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,250
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$22,959

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
80% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.0 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Merwin has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. The area enjoys 262 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall4.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation925 ft (282 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density273/sq mi
Coordinates38.4047°N, 94.5911°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+95.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density273/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access13.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.0 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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