Ozora, MO

Missouri

Ozora is a small town in Missouri with a population of 316.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
316 Population 52/sq mi density
$140,300 Home Value
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $140,300
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.7%
309% higher than US avg

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

People

Population316
Median Age19.3 yrs
Density52/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,885
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty50.7%
Commute36 min

Housing

Home Value$140,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+89.8%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute36 min
Broadband92.0%

Is Ozora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ozora receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Ozora has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 50.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ozora is $140,300, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ozora has a population of 316 with a density of 52 people per square mile. The median age is 19.3 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

316
Total Population
52
People / sq mi
19.3yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.4%
Female 64.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ozora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ozora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ozora is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 50.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Ozora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,885

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate50.7%
309% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.2 min
Drive Alone99.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ozora is $140,300, 50% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,300
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.0%

Property Tax

In Ozora, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate74.9%

Food & Exercise

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 92.0% 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+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+89.8%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density52/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.2 min
Drive Alone99.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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