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Passaic, MO

Missouri

Passaic is a small town in Missouri with a population of 42. Residents earn $50,750 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
42 Population 600/sq mi density
$50,750 Median Income $14,010 per capita
56°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$50,750 median income, 21.9% unemployment
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,750
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Unemployment 21.9%
508% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.8%
92% higher than US avg

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

People

Population42
Median Age28.9 yrs
Density600/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans32.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$50,750
Per Capita$14,010
Unemployment21.9%
Poverty23.8%
Commute21 min

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation879 ft (268 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband15.0%

Is Passaic a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Passaic receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Passaic faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Passaic is $50,750, 32% below the national average of $75,149. At 21.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 23.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Passaic enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Passaic has a population of 42 with a density of 600 people per square mile. The median age is 28.9 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 11.9% Hispanic.

Population

42
Total Population
600
People / sq mi
28.9yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.1%
Female 61.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Passaic vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Passaic vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Passaic is $50,750, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 21.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Passaic vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,750
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.9%
508% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.8%
92% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Passaic has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall4.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation879 ft (268 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density600/sq mi
Coordinates38.3220°N, 94.3483°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 15.0% 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+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density600/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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