Morehouse, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Morehouse, MO
At a Glance
How Morehouse Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Morehouse's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Morehouse a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Morehouse residents earn a median household income of $32,250 , which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,232. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Morehouse is $60,000 , 79% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $74,204. Median rent is $550/month, with 29.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Education
4.4% of adults in Morehouse hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below the national average). 74.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Morehouse has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches.