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Novelty, MO

Missouri

Novelty is a small town in Missouri with a population of 103. Residents earn $83,409 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
103 Population 368/sq mi density
$83,409 Median Income $19,078 per capita
$67,500 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$83,409 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,500 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,409
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $67,500
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population103
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density368/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans59.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,409
Per Capita$19,078
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.8%
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units42
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured13.1%
Smoking25.0%
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation833 ft (254 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+81.4%
Graduate+27.6%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute12 min
Broadband38.0%

Is Novelty a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Novelty receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Novelty stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Novelty is $83,409, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Novelty is $67,500, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Novelty experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Novelty has a population of 103 with a density of 368 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

103
Total Population
368
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Novelty vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Novelty vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Novelty is $83,409, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Novelty vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,409
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$19,078

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.8 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Novelty is $67,500, 76% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,500
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.1%
Housing Units42
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

In Novelty, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.1% of residents lack health insurance. 25.0% are current smokers. 29.9% report depression. 36.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma12.7%
COPD11.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking25.0%
79% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity36.3%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress23.4%
Physical Distress18.3%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate52.9%
Uninsured13.1%
52% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits45.9%

Food & Exercise

Novelty has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 266 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall4.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation833 ft (254 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density368/sq mi
Coordinates40.0125°N, 92.2082°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 38.0% 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+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+81.4%
Graduate Degree+27.6%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density368/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access38.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.8 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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