Mexico, MO

Missouri

Mexico is a small city in Missouri with a population of 11,487. Residents earn $48,873 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

11,487 Population 944/sq mi density

$48,873 Median Income $27,698 per capita

$117,600 Home Value $178,093 Zillow

$706 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent

53°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr

78 Violent Crime/100K 3,452 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.3 / 5.0

$48,873 median income, 3.8% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$117,600 home value, $706/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

78 violent crimes/100K (79% below avg)

Education

2.2 / 5.0

15.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $48,873

35% lower than US avg

Home Value $117,600

58% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 78/100K

79% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.5%

54% lower than US avg

Median Rent $706

39% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.4%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.8%

6% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 13.7%

10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population11,487

Median Age36.6 yrs

Density944/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 85%

Veterans8.5%

Economy

Median Income$48,873

Per Capita$27,698

Unemployment3.8%

Poverty13.7%

Commute19 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$117,600

Rent$706

Ownership63.5%

Zillow$178,093

Housing Units5,074

Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

Violent78/100K

Property3,452/100K

Murder8.7/100K

Assault26/100K

Burglary477/100K

Health

Obesity40.4%

Uninsured10.4%

Smoking20.4%

Depression26.9%

Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.9 in/yr

Sunny Days264/yr

Elevation804 ft (245 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.5%

High School+89.4%

Graduate+5.4%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute19 min

Broadband84.7%

EV Stations4

Is Mexico a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mexico receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mexico has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mexico is $48,873, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mexico is $117,600, 58% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $706 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Mexico is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 78 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,452 per 100,000, 76% above the national average.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Mexico 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 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches, including 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Mexico has a population of 11,487 with a density of 944 people per square mile, spread across 12.4 square miles. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.7% female and 47.3% male. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 6.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96% of residents. 8.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 22.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,487

Total Population

944

People / sq mi

36.6yrs

Median Age

6% below US avg

12.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%

Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mexico vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.0%

22% above US avg

Spanish 4.0%

70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mexico vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mexico is $48,873, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,698 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mexico vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$48,873
	35% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,698

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.8%
	6% above US avg
Poverty Rate	13.7%
	10% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.7 min
Drive Alone	83.1%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Mexico is $117,600, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,093, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.2% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $706 (39% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. 63.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,074 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1964. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$117,600
	58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$178,093
Median List Price	$158,750

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$158,750
$/Sq Ft	$125
Homes Sold	17
Sale-to-List Ratio	99.2%
Price Drops	22.2%
Inventory	36

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$706
	39% below US avg
Rent Burden	27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	63.5%
Owner-Occupied	63.5%
Renter-Occupied	36.5%
Housing Units	5,074
Median Year Built	1964

Property Tax

In Mexico, 40.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 35.1% have high blood pressure. 20.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.3% report binge drinking. 33.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.9% experience frequent mental distress. 10.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-28)

PM2.5

2.9

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

3.3

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

6.3

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

76.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

1.1

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

164.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.4%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	11.9%
Heart Disease	6.5%
High Blood Pressure	35.1%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	9.0%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.4%
	46% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.3%
Physical Inactivity	33.1%
Depression	26.9%
Mental Distress	20.9%
Physical Distress	16.0%
Short Sleep	41.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.8%
Uninsured	10.4%
	21% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.7%
Dental Visits	53.4%

Food & Exercise

Mexico has a violent crime rate of 78 per 100,000 residents, 79% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 26.0 per 100,000, robbery at 8.7, rape at 34.7. The murder rate is 8.7 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,452 per 100,000, 76% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,845, burglary at 477, vehicle theft at 130 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Mexico receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Mexico vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	78.1/100K
	79% below US avg
Murder	8.7/100K
	38% above US avg
Rape	34.7/100K
Robbery	8.7/100K
Assault	26.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,452.2/100K
	76% above US avg
Burglary	477.1/100K
Theft	2,845.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	130.1/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Mexico experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 264 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches. The area receives 5.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 804 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.4°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	804 ft (245 m)
Area	12.4 sq mi (32.1 km²)
Population Density	944/sq mi
Coordinates	39.1698°N, 91.8830°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
Nearest Airport	Columbia Regional (COU) 30 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.9"

5% above US avg

Snowfall 5.9"

Wettest Month (May) 4.96"

Driest Month (Jan) 1.57"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.5 on Jul 15, 2025.

Jun 7, 2011	18 km NNW of Potosi, Missouri	M3.9	148 km
Jul 31, 2005	Missouri	M3.3	89 km
Jan 21, 1992	5 km SE of Linn Creek, Missouri	M3.1	147 km
Feb 8, 2004	6 km SSW of Stoutsville, Missouri	M2.9	36 km
Jul 8, 2003	1 km N of Leasburg, Missouri	M2.9	128 km
Apr 29, 2022	1 km SSW of Peerless Park, Missouri	M2.8	139 km
May 5, 2008	3 km SSE of Fenton, Missouri	M2.8	148 km
Sep 5, 2015	5 km SE of High Ridge, Missouri	M2.7	147 km
Mar 7, 2009	7 km S of Miramiguoa Park, Missouri	M2.6	131 km
Feb 3, 2014	18 km NW of Potosi, Missouri	M2.6	148 km
Sep 19, 2024	1 km S of Old Monroe, Missouri	M2.6	102 km
Jul 15, 2025	3 km W of Hale, Missouri	M2.5	138 km
Jan 15, 1998	1 km SSE of Fenton, Missouri	M2.5	146 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

351 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 10 fatalities, 144 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Mar 12, 2006	EF4	40 km	0
Apr 23, 1975	EF4	88 km	1
Apr 20, 1973	EF4	99 km	1
Jun 12, 1970	EF4	96 km	0
Mar 13, 2006	EF3	46 km	0
Mar 13, 2006	EF3	60 km	0
Mar 12, 2006	EF3	54 km	4
May 10, 2003	EF3	57 km	0
Nov 10, 1998	EF3	46 km	0
Jul 4, 1995	EF3	54 km	0
Nov 27, 1990	EF3	46 km	0
Nov 27, 1990	EF3	59 km	0
Apr 29, 1984	EF3	87 km	0
May 1, 1983	EF3	80 km	0
Apr 13, 1974	EF3	88 km	0
Jun 12, 1970	EF3	5 km	0
Jun 12, 1970	EF3	81 km	0
May 14, 1961	EF3	79 km	0
Apr 24, 1961	EF3	86 km	0
Feb 20, 2014	EF2	98 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: WOOLDRIDGE FIRE (1,323 ac, 2022).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2022	WOOLDRIDGE FIRE	1,323	61 km
2010	KK RANCH ROAD	1,112	98 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-3°C)	1.6 in	Coldest, Driest
February	32°F (-0°C)	1.8 in
March	43°F (6°C)	3.2 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.9 in
May	64°F (18°C)	5.0 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.4 in
July	77°F (25°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	3.7 in
September	67°F (20°C)	3.9 in
October	56°F (13°C)	3.1 in
November	43°F (6°C)	3.3 in
December	32°F (-0°C)	2.5 in

Mexico has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 26°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (1.6").

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15.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 54% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 84.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. 83.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.5%
	54% below US avg
High School+	89.4%
Graduate Degree+	5.4%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density	944/sq mi
Total Area	12.4 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access	84.7%
EV Charging Stations	4
Alt Fuel Stations	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.7 min
Drive Alone	83.1%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	0.7%

Average costs for common services in Mexico. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$227 ($136–$363)
Specialist Visit	$318 ($182–$499)
Urgent Care Visit	$182 ($91–$318)
Emergency Room Visit	$1,998 ($726–$4,540)
Dental Cleaning	$118 ($68–$182)
Dental Filling	$227 ($136–$363)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$41 ($23–$68)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$68 ($45–$109)
Brake Pad Replacement	$272 ($136–$454)
Tire Rotation	$36 ($18–$68)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$545 ($363–$908)
Battery Replacement	$182 ($91–$318)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$91 ($54–$136)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$82 ($45–$127)
HVAC Repair	$363 ($136–$726)
HVAC System Install	$6,356 ($3,632–$10,896)
Roof Repair	$908 ($363–$1,816)
Roof Replacement	$8,172 ($4,994–$13,620)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,362 ($454–$3,178)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,620 ($4,540–$27,240)
DUI Defense	$4,540 ($1,816–$9,080)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,362 ($726–$2,724)
Will Preparation	$454 ($182–$908)
Trust Preparation	$2,270 ($908–$4,540)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut	$50 ($27–$91)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$136 ($68–$227)
Manicure	$23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure	$36 ($23–$59)
Massage (1 Hour)	$73 ($45–$118)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.72 ($2.72–$4.99)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.18 ($2.27–$4.54)
Loaf of Bread	$3.45 ($2.27–$4.99)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.09 ($2.72–$5.90)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$4.99 ($3.63–$6.81)
Rice (per lb)	$0.91 ($0.54–$1.63)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$127 ($73–$227)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$64 ($27–$136)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$64 ($36–$109)
Internet (Monthly)	$64 ($36–$91)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$59 ($27–$91)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$77 ($45–$136)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$182 ($68–$454)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,816 ($1,090–$3,178)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$64 ($27–$118)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.26–$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$91 ($27–$227)
Driver's License Renewal	$27 ($14–$68)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,090 ($545–$2,270)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$908 ($454–$1,816)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$363 ($182–$636)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$45 ($23–$91)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$908 ($363–$2,270)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,350 ($4,540–$27,240)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$54 ($27–$91)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$91 ($45–$182)
Dog Grooming	$54 ($27–$91)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$36 ($18–$68)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$272 ($136–$454)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$182 ($91–$363)

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Schools in Mexico

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
MEXICO HIGH	High	746	44	17.0:1
MEXICO MIDDLE	Middle	503	39	12.9:1
HAWTHORNE ELEM.	Elementary	429	31	13.8:1
EUGENE FIELD ELEM.	Elementary	424	31	13.7:1
MCMILLAN EARLY LEARNING CENTER	Elementary	360	24	15.0:1
N.E. COMMUNITY TREATMENT CTR.	High	—	—	—

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Radio Stations near Mexico

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
KBIA HD2 (Classical 90.5, KMUC)	classical, npr	AAC 256 kbps
News Talk 1400 KFRU	news, talk	AAC+ 48 kbps
KBIA HD3	adult album alternative, blues	AAC 256 kbps
KCOU 88.1 FM Columbia, MO	college	MP3 192 kbps
KOPN Mid-Missouri's Independent Community Radio	community radio	MP3 128 kbps
101.5 KPLA	adult contemporary	AAC+ 48 kbps
KBIA 91.3 FM	news, npr	AAC 256 kbps
The Light KJAB 88.3 FM	bible, bluegrass gospel	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Mexico

6 campgrounds found near Mexico.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
JOHN C. BRISCOE GROUP USE	5.0/5	2	$30–$100
FRANK RUSSELL	4.5/5	72	$24–$30
INDIAN CREEK (MO)	4.4/5	212	$10–$125
RAY BEHRENS	4.4/5	166	$24–$30
JOHN SPALDING REC AR	3.5/5	3	$30
BLUFFVIEW (MARK TWAIN LAKE)	1.0/5	1	$30

National Parks Near Mexico

12 national parks and monuments found near Mexico.

Park	Type	Fee
Cuivre River State Park	State Park	Free
Finger Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Graham Cave State Park	State Park	Free
Katy Trail	State Park	Free
Long Branch State Park	State Park	Free
Mark Twain State Park	State Park	Free
Meramec State Park	State Park	Free
New Philadelphia National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Rock Bridge Memorial State Park	State Park	Free
Sid Simpson State Park	State Park	Free
Siloam Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Wakonda State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Mexico

15 trails found near Mexico.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
CEDAR CREEK - SOUTH	6.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CEDAR CREEK TRAIL - SMITH CREE	5.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CEDAR CREEK - SOUTH	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CEDAR CREEK TRAIL - THE MOON	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CEDAR CREEK - SOUTH	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CEDAR CREEK - SOUTH	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CEDAR CREEK - SOUTH	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CEDAR CREEK TRAIL - THE MOON	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CEDAR CREEK - SOUTH	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CEDAR CREEK - SOUTH	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CEDAR CREEK - SOUTH	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CEDAR CREEK - PINE RIDGE	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
MILL CREEK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CEDAR CREEK - SOUTH	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CEDAR CREEK TRAIL - THE MOON	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes

Historical Trends — Mexico

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	11,455	$41,884
2015	11,574	$36,604
2017	11,514	$38,883
2019	11,509	$40,538
2021	11,523	$43,669
2023	11,489	$48,873

Museums in Mexico

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
PRESSER HALL RESTORATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5735815592	$215,668
AUDRAIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5735813910	$121,269
AMERICAN SADDLEBRED HORSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
SIMMONS STABLE PRESERVATION FUND	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2651 AUDRAIN CO ROAD 395

Libraries in Mexico

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
MEXICO-AUDRAIN COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT	305 W JACKSON ST	0.0	115,218

Farmers Markets in Mexico

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Mexico Farmers Market, Inc.	3001 S. Clark Street	04/05/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-11:00 AM;

Hotels in Mexico

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

America's Value Inn

Amerihost Inn

Best Western Teal Lake Inn

Days Inn by Wyndham Mexico

Restaurants in Mexico

11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brick City Buffet

Casa Del Sol

Cat's Kitchen

China King

Dagwood Jr

Diner 54

Dos Arcos

Hill Top Cafe

Pig Up and Go BBQ

Pizza Hut

Porky's BBQ

Cinemas in Mexico

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mexico Cinema III

Theatres in Mexico

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Emmons Hall

Presser Arts Center

Monuments in Mexico

6 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Audrain County Veterans Memorial

Frederick Whitcomb Fountain

John Bingle Morris Memorial

Little Sisters of Liberty

The Missouri Exercise Tiger Army & Navy Anchor Memorial

Welcome to Mexico Missouri

Clinics in Mexico

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arthur Center

Simmons' Urgent Care and Family Practice

SSM Urgent Care

Dentists in Mexico

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #5282290091

Veterinaries in Mexico

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #5277795842

US #5282892036

Gas Stations in Mexico

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Break Time

Casey's General Store

Express Mart

MFA Oil

Shell

Banks in Mexico

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Central Bank

Commerce Bank

U.S. Bank

United Credit Union

Golf Courses in Mexico

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arthur Hills Golf Course

Nursing Homes in Mexico

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
PIN OAKS LIVING CENTER 1525 WEST MONROE	For profit - Corporation	124	80	1/5	—	1/5	2/5	5735817261

Pharmacies in Mexico

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
A AND B PRESCRIPTION SHOP	201 EAST MONROE STREET	573-581-1350
THE DRIVE-IN PHARMACY INCORPORATED	200 EAST JACKSON STREET	573-581-6450
THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY	415 WEST JACKSON STREET	573-581-7561
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 25	4820 SOUTH CLARK STREET	573-581-2600
WALGREENS - 10587	101 NORTH WESTERN STREET	573-581-3353
WEBBER PHARMACY INCORPORATED	626 EAST SUMMIT STREET	573-581-6930

Cell Towers in Mexico

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
(Callaway site) I-70 S OUTER RD AT CALWOOD	TOWER	139
(Callaway site) I-70 S OUTER RD AT CALWOOD	TOWER	139
22348 Audrain Road 826 (38100)	GTOWER	81
3434B CR 408 (98296)	GTOWER	79
213 CRAWFORD WAY (38098)	LTOWER	78
4276 OLD US HIGHWAY 40 (77236)	LTOWER	76
2400 E. LIBERTY (80737)	LTOWER	47

Fire Stations in Mexico

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Little Dixie Fire Protection District	415 N Agricultural ST	Mostly volunteer			573-581-6235
Mexico Department of Public Safety	300 N Coal ST	Mostly career			573-581-2100

Power Plants Near Mexico

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
MEXICO	PETROLEUM LIQUIDS	221112	-91.8	OP

Bridges in Mexico

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1929	29	11,448	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1991	312	8,117	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1995	142	8,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1924	234	6,373	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1922	54	6,373	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1989	115	6,078	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1928	170	5,621	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1991	115	5,586	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2001	196	2,945	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2006	183	2,945	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1970	27	2,710	F
Culvert	Concrete	1986	42	2,500	F
Culvert	Concrete	1986	30	2,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1971	249	1,894	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	2016	147	1,534	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1956	21	1,473	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2003	232	1,350	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1992	168	1,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	2004	26	835	G
Culvert	Concrete	1986	36	800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1985	175	800	F
Culvert	Concrete	1986	38	800	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2011	105	551	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1994	90	500	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2016	37	500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2003	79	383	G
Culvert	Concrete	1978	28	350	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1981	72	350	F
Culvert	Concrete	1986	27	350	F
Culvert	Concrete	1986	30	350	F
Culvert	Concrete	1978	32	300	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1954	25	264	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1969	214	205	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete continuous	1991	115	200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1989	213	200	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1961	24	191	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1997	210	125	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1969	211	125	G
Culvert	Concrete	1978	28	100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1990	95	100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1992	78	100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1975	152	100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2014	72	100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1993	31	100	F
Slab	Concrete	2001	33	100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1999	89	100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1999	68	100	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1992	138	80	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2008	43	75	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1998	48	75	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1937	104	75	F
Slab	Concrete	2006	93	65	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1996	83	50	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1993	166	50	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1995	51	50	G
Culvert	Concrete	1991	38	50	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1998	145	50	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1995	53	50	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1997	159	50	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1992	50	50	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2014	94	50	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2010	97	50	G
Culvert	Concrete	1989	33	50	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1996	99	40	G
Slab	Concrete	2001	33	35	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1993	50	35	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2000	53	35	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2000	53	35	F
Culvert	Concrete	1978	28	35	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2008	53	35	G
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	1901	31	15	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1910	119	15	P
Culvert	Concrete	1960	49	10	F
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	2019	30	10	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2002	83	10	G

Correctional Facilities in Mexico

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
AUDRAIN COUNTY JAIL	1100 LITTLEBY ROAD	COUNTY	-999	-999	OPEN
NORTHEAST COMMUNITY TREATMENT CENTER	710 S CLARK ST	STATE		-999	CLOSED

Superfund Sites Near Mexico

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
A.E. STANLEY MANUFACTURING	400 EAST HOLT	AUDRAIN

Airports Near Mexico

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Columbia Regional Airport	COU	Medium Airport
Adventures Aloft Airport	—	Small Airport
Air Cover Airport	—	Small Airport
Barron Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
Bevill Airport	—	Small Airport
Bowling Green Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Buell Airport	—	Small Airport
Captain Ben Smith Airfield - Monroe City Airport	—	Small Airport
Carl Ensor Airport	—	Small Airport
Cedar Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Dudes Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Elton Hensley Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Eu-Wish Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying E Field	—	Small Airport
Flying Shamrock Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying V Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hannibal Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawk Air Airport	—	Small Airport
Hermann Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Hess-McKeown Airport	—	Small Airport
Hull Airport	—	Small Airport
Irons Airport	—	Small Airport
Jefferson City Memorial Airport	JEF	Small Airport
Keeven Air Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Krutmeier Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake Village Airport	—	Small Airport
LZ Bravo Airport	—	Small Airport
Macon Fowler Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Mexico Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Miller Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Monte Carlo Airport	—	Small Airport
Montgomery-Wehrman Airport	—	Small Airport
Omar N Bradley Airport	MBY	Small Airport
Phillips Field	—	Small Airport
Promise Land Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Redgate Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Rgl Field	—	Small Airport
Rueter Airfield	—	Small Airport
Samuel L. Clemens Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Sanctuary Airport	—	Small Airport
Shelby County Airport	—	Small Airport
Sky-Go Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Sky-Vu Airport	—	Small Airport
Stark Airport	—	Small Airport
State Technical College of Missouri Airport	—	Small Airport
Sugar Branch Airport	—	Small Airport
Sunnys Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Tightsqueeze Field	—	Small Airport
Ultra Flight Airpark	—	Small Airport
Walker Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Mexico

1 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
	1100 Littleby Road
Mexico Department of Public Safety

Grocery Stores in Mexico

14 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 41083	Supermarket	2875 S Clark St
Break Time Convenience 3124	Convenience Store	420 W Monroe St
Break Time Convenience 3134	Convenience Store	1719 S Clark St
CASEY'S 3084	Convenience Store	828 W Monroe St
Dollar General 10	Other	2813 S Clark St
Dollar General 1229	Other	600 W Jackson St
Dollar Tree 7419	Other	2855 S Clark St
Fastlane Clark Street 18	Convenience Store	3066 S Clark St
Fastlane Monroe Street 16	Convenience Store	503 W Monroe St
Hedge Holler Harvest	Farmers and Markets	1256 Highway Z
Moser's Foods - M8	Super Store	1101 W Monroe St
Walgreens 10587	Other	101 N Western St
Walmart SC 25	Super Store	4820 S Clark St
Xpress Mart 6	Convenience Store	1411 W Monroe St

Treatment Centers in Mexico

4 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
East Central MO Behavioral Health	Both	573-582-1234
East Central MO Behavioral Health - Arthur Center Community Programs	Substance Abuse	573-581-7887
Mark Twain Behavioral Health	Substance Abuse	573-248-1196
Missouri Girls Town	Both	573-642-5345

DOL Wage Violations in Mexico

10 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $150,030 in back wages owed to 431 employees.

Violations

$150,030

Back Wages Owed

431

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
HANDI-SHOP	—	—	65265	All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing	3	$81,846	$230	356
Diner 54 Mexico Missouri	—	—	65265	—	1	$25,419	$1,816	14
Teacher's Pet Kennel	—	—	65265	—	1	$19,261	$917	21
Morton Buildings	—	—	65265	—	1	$9,653	$1,609	6
SPARTAN LIGHT METAL PRODUCTS LLC [OSHA]	—	—	65265	Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing	1	$6,354	$6,354	1
Robinett Construction	—	—	65265	—	1	$5,555	$463	12
Arthur Center	—	—	65265	—	1	$1,042	$116	9
Finck Supported Living Services	—	—	65265	—	1	$401	$201	2
Dagwood's Jr.	—	—	65265	—	1	$319	$64	5
Moser's Foods	—	Show Me Oil Company, Inc.	65265	—	1	$180	$36	5

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mexico

21 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BEREAN CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH OF MEXICO MO	1910 SPRINGDALE CT
CENTENNIAL BAPTIST CHURCH	816 W BRECKENRIDGE ST
CONSUMING FIRE MINISTRIES	1410 WEBSTER DR
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD	1920 LAKEVIEW RD
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	307 W JACKSON ST
FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH	4500 E LIBERTY ST
GENESIS CHURCH MEXICO	315 MEADOWLARK DRIVE
HALFWAY HOUSE OF CHRIST MINISTRY	2344 COUNTRYSIDE
LOCKEWOOD PARK BAPTIST CHURCH	1005 W LOVE ST
MEXICO CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	2726 S CLARK ST
MEXICO COMMUNITY CHURCH OF AUDRAIN COUNTY MISSOURI	15382 HIGHWAY JJ
MEXICO CRISTO VIENE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	710 S WASHINGTON ST
MIDWAY CHRISTIAN CHURCH	PO BOX 535
MIDWAY CHRISTIAN CHURCH	PO BOX 535
OLE COUNTRY CHURCH OF MEXICO MISSOURI	1200 S MORRIS ST
SAINT JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 320
SOUTHSIDE CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF MEXICO MISSOURI	2100 LAKEVIEW RD
ST BRENDAN SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DEPAUL INC	615 S WASHINGTON ST
ST MATTHEWS EPISCOPAL CHURCH	1100 GROVE ST
UNION BAPTIST CHURCH MEXICO	17620 HIGHWAY JJ
VICTORY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP	PO BOX 771

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mexico

What is the population of Mexico?

Mexico has a population of 11,487 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 944 people per square mile, spread across 12.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.7% female and 47.3% male.

Is Mexico expensive to live in?

Mexico is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $48,873, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $117,600 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $706 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mexico safe?

Mexico is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 78 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,452 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Mexico receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mexico?

Mexico has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches, with 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Mexico?

Mexico has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 0.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mexico?

The median home value in Mexico is $117,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,093. For renters, the median monthly rent is $706. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 63.5%.

How are the schools in Mexico?

Schools in Mexico score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.5% of adults in Mexico hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mexico?

The obesity rate in Mexico is 40.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.4% of adults are smokers. 33.1% are physically inactive. 26.9% of residents report depression. 10.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Mexico?

The average commute in Mexico is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mexico?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mexico is 84.9% White, 6.7% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 96% of residents speak only English at home, while 4% speak Spanish. 8.5% of the population are military veterans. 22.8% of residents have a disability. 88.8% have health insurance coverage.

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Economy 4/13

Housing 13/17

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Crime & Safety 10/12

Climate & Environment 8/19

Community 13/14

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Historical Trends 3/3

Geography 4/6

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