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Mine La Motte, MO

Missouri

Mine La Motte is a small town in Missouri with a population of 154.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
154 Population 47/sq mi density
$88,400 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 256 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $88,400
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.2%
144% higher than US avg

How Mine La Motte Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population154
Median Age61.5 yrs
Density47/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans21.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,030
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty30.2%
Commute15 min

Housing

Home Value$88,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units129
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking18.3%
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation794 ft (242 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+72.9%
Graduate+7.9%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute15 min
Broadband82.0%

Is Mine La Motte a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mine La Motte receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Mine La Motte has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 30.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mine La Motte is $88,400, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Mine La Motte experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches, including 8.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Mine La Motte has a population of 154 with a density of 47 people per square mile. The median age is 61.5 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.6%), with 8.4% Hispanic.

Population

154
Total Population
47
People / sq mi
61.5yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.2%
Female 57.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Mine La Motte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mine La Motte vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mine La Motte is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Mine La Motte vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$38,030

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate30.2%
144% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mine La Motte is $88,400, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,400
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units129
Median Year Built1994

Property Tax

In Mine La Motte, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 27.6% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mine La Motte vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits58.0%

Food & Exercise

Mine La Motte has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.9 inches. The area enjoys 256 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.9 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall8.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation794 ft (242 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density47/sq mi
Coordinates37.6156°N, 90.2898°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 82.0% 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+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+72.9%
Graduate Degree+7.9%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density47/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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