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Mindenmines, MO

Missouri

Mindenmines is a small town in Missouri with a population of 362. Residents earn $23,088 per year, which is 69% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
362 Population 99/sq mi density
$23,088 Median Income $20,985 per capita
$47,600 Home Value
$386 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$23,088 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,600 home value, $386/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,088
69% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,600
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $386
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.0%
77% higher than US avg

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

People

Population362
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density99/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,088
Per Capita$20,985
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.0%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,600
Rent$386
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units216
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured11.1%
Smoking21.0%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation974 ft (297 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+89.6%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband88.1%

Is Mindenmines a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mindenmines receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mindenmines offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mindenmines is $23,088, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mindenmines is $47,600, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $386 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% 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.

Mindenmines has a population of 362 with a density of 99 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 6.1% Hispanic.

Population

362
Total Population
99
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%
Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mindenmines vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mindenmines vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mindenmines is $23,088, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Mindenmines vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,088
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,985

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mindenmines is $47,600, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $386 (67% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,600
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$386
67% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.5%
Housing Units216
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

In Mindenmines, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.1% of residents lack health insurance. 21.0% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.0%
50% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity31.3%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.2%
Uninsured11.1%
29% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits53.3%

Food & Exercise

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 88.1% 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+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+89.6%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density99/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

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