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Mineral Point, MO

Missouri

Mineral Point is a small town in Missouri with a population of 383. Residents earn $39,087 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
383 Population 1,596/sq mi density
$39,087 Median Income $16,608 per capita
$1,013 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$39,087 median income, 1.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$1,013/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,087
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.4%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,013
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

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

People

Population383
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density1,596/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,087
Per Capita$16,608
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty15.0%
Commute26 min

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,013
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$178,232
Housing Units160
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured11.2%
Smoking22.5%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation899 ft (274 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.4%
High School+88.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband85.6%

Is Mineral Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mineral Point receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mineral Point has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mineral Point is $39,087, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,013 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% 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.

Mineral Point has a population of 383 with a density of 1,596 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.9%), with 2.1% Black.

Population

383
Total Population
1,596
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mineral Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mineral Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mineral Point is $39,087, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Mineral Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,087
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,608

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone66.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,013 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,232.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$178,232

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,013
13% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.4%
Housing Units160
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

In Mineral Point, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 22.5% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mineral Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD10.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.5%
61% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured11.2%
30% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits53.2%

Food & Exercise

2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 85.6% 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+2.4%
93% below US avg
High School+88.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,596/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone66.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

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