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Nixa, MO

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Nixa is a small city in Missouri with a population of 24,131. Residents earn $80,491 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
24,131 Population 2,592/sq mi density
$80,491 Median Income $32,626 per capita
$238,300 Home Value $315,747 Zillow
$1,012 Median Rent 27.4% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 257 sunny days/yr
117 Violent Crime/100K 1,554 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,491 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$238,300 home value, $1,012/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
117 violent crimes/100K (69% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,491
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $238,300
15% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 117/100K
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.8%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population24,131
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density2,592/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,491
Per Capita$32,626
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty4.8%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$238,300
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$315,747
Housing Units8,978
Rent Burden27.4%

Crime

F
Violent117/100K
Property1,554/100K
Murder4.9/100K
Assault88/100K
Burglary186/100K

Health

Obesity35.4%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.1%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation1,289 ft (393 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.8%
High School+93.0%
Graduate+10.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Broadband93.1%
EV Stations2

Is Nixa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nixa receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Nixa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nixa is $80,491, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nixa is $238,300, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Nixa is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 117 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,554 per 100,000, 21% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Nixa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Nixa has a population of 24,131 with a density of 2,592 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 2% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

24,131
Total Population
2,592
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
9.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Nixa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.8%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.2%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nixa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nixa is $80,491, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Nixa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,491
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,626

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Nixa is $238,300, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $315,747.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$238,300
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$315,747
Median List Price$322,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$322,450
$/Sq Ft$171
Homes Sold38
Sale-to-List Ratio97.7%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory98

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,464
Rent Burden27.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.7%
Housing Units8,978
Median Year Built1999

Property Tax

In Nixa, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits65.1%

Food & Exercise

Nixa has a violent crime rate of 117 per 100,000 residents, 69% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,554 per 100,000 (21% below US avg). The murder rate is 4.9 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent117.3/100K
69% below US avg
Murder4.9/100K
22% below US avg
Rape9.8/100K
Robbery14.7/100K
Assault87.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,553.6/100K
21% below US avg
Burglary185.7/100K
Theft1,270.2/100K
Vehicle Theft97.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Nixa has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. The area enjoys 257 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.7 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,289 ft (393 m)
Area9.3 sq mi (24.1 km²)
Population Density2,592/sq mi
Coordinates37.0434°N, 93.2944°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
34.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 93.1% 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+34.8%
3% above US avg
High School+93.0%
Graduate Degree+10.0%
School Test Score5.51
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,592/sq mi
Total Area9.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.1%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

Nearby Cities

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