Oronogo, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $81,111

8% higher than US avg

Home Value $186,300

34% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 28.9%

14% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,042

10% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.8%

18% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.6%

56% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.9%

60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,685

Median Age34.8 yrs

Density1,078/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 86%

Veterans4.9%

Economy

A+

Median Income$81,111

Per Capita$31,441

Unemployment1.6%

Poverty4.9%

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$186,300

Rent$1,042

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$241,880

Housing Units933

Rent Burden35.6%

Crime

C+

Violent0/100K

Property900/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary43/100K

Health

Obesity37.8%

Uninsured9.3%

Smoking17.4%

Depression26.5%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain44.7 in/yr

Sunny Days255/yr

Elevation935 ft (285 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.9%

High School+89.5%

Graduate+7.5%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute21 min

Broadband93.3%

Is Oronogo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oronogo receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Oronogo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oronogo is $81,111, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oronogo is $186,300, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Oronogo 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 900 per 100,000, 54% below the national average.

Education

28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Oronogo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Oronogo has a population of 2,685 with a density of 1,078 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.6% male. The city is predominantly White (86.1%), with 4.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.2% of residents. 4.9% of the population are veterans. 11.2% of residents have a disability. 91.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,685

Total Population

1,078

People / sq mi

34.8yrs

Median Age

11% below US avg

2.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%

Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Oronogo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.2%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	0.8%
	94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oronogo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oronogo is $81,111, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,441 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 19.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Oronogo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$81,111
	8% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$31,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.6%
	56% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.9%
	60% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.9 min
Drive Alone	75.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	19.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Oronogo is $186,300, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,880, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,042 (10% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 933 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2004. 35.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$186,300
	34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$241,880
Median List Price	$320,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$320,500
$/Sq Ft	$157
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,042
	10% below US avg
Rent Burden	35.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	85.1%
Housing Units	933
Median Year Built	2004

Property Tax

In Oronogo, 37.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 32.6% have high blood pressure. 17.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.0% report binge drinking. 28.4% are physically inactive. 26.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.6% experience frequent mental distress. 9.3% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.8%
	18% above US avg
Diabetes	10.2%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	32.6%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	7.5%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.4%
	24% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.0%
Physical Inactivity	28.4%
Depression	26.5%
Mental Distress	19.6%
Physical Distress	14.1%
Short Sleep	39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.2%
Uninsured	9.3%
	8% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.3%
Dental Visits	59.4%

Food & Exercise

Oronogo has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 900 per 100,000, 54% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 772, burglary at 43, vehicle theft at 86 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Oronogo receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	900.1/100K
	54% below US avg
Burglary	42.9/100K
Theft	771.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	85.7/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C+
Safety Score	2.5 / 5.0

Oronogo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. The area receives 1.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 935 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	56.7°F
	5% above US avg
January Average	32°F (-0°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	255 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	44.7 inches
	18% above US avg
Snowfall	1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	935 ft (285 m)
Area	2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density	1,078/sq mi
Coordinates	37.1884°N, 94.4702°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	32°F (-0°C)	1.7 in	Coldest, Driest
February	37°F (3°C)	2.1 in
March	47°F (8°C)	3.6 in
April	57°F (14°C)	4.1 in
May	65°F (19°C)	4.9 in
June	74°F (23°C)	5.3 in	Wettest
July	79°F (26°C)	3.3 in	Warmest
August	78°F (25°C)	3.9 in
September	70°F (21°C)	5.2 in
October	59°F (15°C)	3.9 in
November	46°F (8°C)	3.8 in
December	37°F (3°C)	2.7 in

Oronogo has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 32°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.3") and January the driest (1.7").

28.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 14% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 93.3% of households have broadband internet access. 75.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.9%
	14% below US avg
High School+	89.5%
Graduate Degree+	7.5%
School Test Score	5.51

B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,078/sq mi
Total Area	2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	93.3%

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.9 min
Drive Alone	75.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	19.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Oronogo

What is the population of Oronogo?

Oronogo has a population of 2,685 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,078 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

Is Oronogo expensive to live in?

Oronogo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $81,111, 8% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $186,300 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Oronogo safe?

Oronogo is considered a very safe city 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 900 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Oronogo receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Oronogo?

Oronogo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches, with 1.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Oronogo?

The job market in Oronogo is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 19.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Oronogo?

The median home value in Oronogo is $186,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,880. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,042. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Oronogo?

Schools in Oronogo score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.9% of adults in Oronogo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Oronogo?

The obesity rate in Oronogo is 37.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.4% of adults are smokers. 28.4% are physically inactive. 26.5% of residents report depression. 9.3% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Oronogo?

The average commute in Oronogo is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 19.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Oronogo?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Oronogo is 86.1% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 4.4% Hispanic or Latino. 99.2% of residents speak only English at home. 4.9% of the population are military veterans. 11.2% of residents have a disability. 91.2% have health insurance coverage.

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