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Old Monroe, MO

Missouri

Old Monroe is a small town in Missouri with a population of 183. Residents earn $61,458 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
183 Population 508/sq mi density
$61,458 Median Income $23,668 per capita
$154,200 Home Value $325,660 Zillow
$1,156 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 268 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$61,458 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,200 home value, $1,156/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,458
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,200
45% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,156
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population183
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density508/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,458
Per Capita$23,668
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty4.8%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,200
Rent$1,156
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$325,660
Housing Units85
Rent Burden36.3%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking17.1%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation446 ft (136 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+86.2%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute25 min
Broadband65.0%

Is Old Monroe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Old Monroe 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. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Old Monroe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Old Monroe is $61,458, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Old Monroe is $154,200, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,156 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Old Monroe is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Old Monroe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches, including 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Old Monroe has a population of 183 with a density of 508 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

183
Total Population
508
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Old Monroe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Old Monroe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Old Monroe is $61,458, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Old Monroe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,458
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,668

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% 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 Time24.6 min
Drive Alone95.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Old Monroe is $154,200, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,156 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $325,660.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,200
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$325,660

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,156
1% below US avg
Rent Burden36.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%
Housing Units85
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

In Old Monroe, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Old Monroe vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits57.9%

Food & Exercise

Old Monroe has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Old Monroe has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. The area enjoys 268 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall6.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density508/sq mi
Coordinates38.9317°N, 90.7468°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 65.0% 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+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+86.2%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density508/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone95.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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