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Oakwood, MO

Missouri

Oakwood is a small town in Missouri with a population of 163. Residents earn $136,250 per year, which is 81% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
163 Population 815/sq mi density
$136,250 Median Income $68,523 per capita
$402,300 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$136,250 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$402,300 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $136,250
81% higher than US avg
Home Value $402,300
43% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.2%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population163
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density815/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans19.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$136,250
Per Capita$68,523
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty3.1%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$402,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units73
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking19.2%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation1,017 ft (310 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.2%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+20.2%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute16 min
Broadband70.0%

Is Oakwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakwood receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, high obesity rates. Oakwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakwood is $136,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 81% above $75,149. This places Oakwood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakwood is $402,300, 43% above the national median. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Oakwood has a population of 163 with a density of 815 people per square mile. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

163
Total Population
815
People / sq mi
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oakwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakwood is $136,250, which is 81% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Oakwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$136,250
81% above US avg
Per Capita Income$68,523

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakwood is $402,300, 43% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$402,300
43% above 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-Occupied95.7%
Housing Units73
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

In Oakwood, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 19.2% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits58.2%

Food & Exercise

Oakwood has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 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) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,017 ft (310 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density815/sq mi
Coordinates39.2019°N, 94.5702°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
45.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 70.0% 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+45.2%
34% above US avg
High School+95.6%
Graduate Degree+20.2%
School Test Score5.51
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density815/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.9%

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