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Mill Spring, MO

Missouri

Mill Spring is a small town in Missouri with a population of 115. Residents earn $22,411 per year, which is 70% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
115 Population 261/sq mi density
$22,411 Median Income $12,550 per capita
$494 Median Rent 31.7% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 254 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$22,411 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$494/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,411
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $494
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.1%
199% higher than US avg

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

People

Population115
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density261/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$22,411
Per Capita$12,550
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty37.1%
Commute39 min

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$494
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units66
Rent Burden31.7%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking21.9%
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation443 ft (135 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+61.4%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute39 min
Broadband51.0%

Is Mill Spring a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mill Spring receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Mill Spring has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mill Spring is $22,411, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 37.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $494 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 61.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Mill Spring enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Mill Spring has a population of 115 with a density of 261 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%), with 7.8% Hispanic.

Population

115
Total Population
261
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mill Spring vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mill Spring vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mill Spring is $22,411, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 37.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Mill Spring vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,411
70% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,550

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate37.1%
199% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $494 (58% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$494
58% below US avg
Rent Burden31.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.4%
Housing Units66
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

In Mill Spring, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 21.9% are current smokers. 29.2% report depression. 32.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mill Spring vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma12.2%
COPD9.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity32.9%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress16.8%
Short Sleep42.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.1%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits50.8%

Food & Exercise

Mill Spring has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.1 inches. The area enjoys 254 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density261/sq mi
Coordinates37.0620°N, 90.6840°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 51.0% 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+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+61.4%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density261/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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