Mokane, MO

Missouri

Mokane is a small town in Missouri with a population of 328. Residents earn $87,778 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
328 Population 1,131/sq mi density
$87,778 Median Income $22,303 per capita
$103,400 Home Value $279,956 Zillow
$775 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$87,778 median income, 35.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,400 home value, $775/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,778
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $103,400
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 35.9%
897% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population328
Median Age27.7 yrs
Density1,131/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$87,778
Per Capita$22,303
Unemployment35.9%
Poverty9.8%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,400
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$279,956
Housing Units122
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking17.0%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation564 ft (172 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+0.4%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Broadband96.0%

Is Mokane a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mokane receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Mokane offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mokane is $87,778, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 35.9%, unemployment is notably high. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mokane is $103,400, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Mokane has a population of 328 with a density of 1,131 people per square mile. The median age is 27.7 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%).

Population

328
Total Population
1,131
People / sq mi
27.7yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.7%
Female 68.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mokane vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mokane vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mokane is $87,778, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 35.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Mokane vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,778
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$22,303

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment35.9%
897% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mokane is $103,400, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $279,956.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,400
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$279,956

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.3%
Housing Units122
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

In Mokane, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits57.5%

Food & Exercise

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 96.0% 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+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+95.6%
Graduate Degree+0.4%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,131/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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