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Mosby, MO

Missouri

Mosby is a small town in Missouri with a population of 56. Residents earn $62,500 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
56 Population 30/sq mi density
$62,500 Median Income $31,071 per capita
$63,600 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
503 Violent Crime/100K 8,040 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$62,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$63,600 home value, $900/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
503 violent crimes/100K (32% above avg)
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,500
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $63,600
77% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 503/100K
32% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.1%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population56
Median Age54.7 yrs
Density30/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans52.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,500
Per Capita$31,071
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.5%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$63,600
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units32
Rent Burden12.5%

Crime

F
Violent503/100K
Property8,040/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault503/100K
Burglary1,005/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking14.8%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation761 ft (232 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.1%
High School+48.9%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute18 min
Broadband24.0%

Is Mosby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mosby receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Mosby has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mosby is $62,500, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mosby is $63,600, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 503 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 8,040 per 100,000, 310% above the national average.

Education

2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 48.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Mosby experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Mosby has a population of 56 with a density of 30 people per square mile. The median age is 54.7 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

56
Total Population
30
People / sq mi
54.7yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.9%
Female 41.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Mosby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mosby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mosby is $62,500, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Mosby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,500
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,071

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone64.3%
Public Transit10.7%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mosby is $63,600, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$63,600
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.2%
Housing Units32
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

In Mosby, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits63.8%

Food & Exercise

Mosby has a violent crime rate of 503 per 100,000 residents, 32% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 8,040 per 100,000 (310% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Mosby vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent502.5/100K
32% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault502.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property8,040.2/100K
310% above US avg
Burglary1,005.0/100K
Theft7,035.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Mosby has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 266 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation761 ft (232 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates39.3156°N, 94.2938°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 24.0% 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+2.1%
94% below US avg
High School+48.9%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density30/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone64.3%
Public Transit10.7%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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