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Peculiar, MO

Missouri

Peculiar is a small city in Missouri with a population of 5,815. Residents earn $96,250 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
5,815 Population 641/sq mi density
$96,250 Median Income $33,476 per capita
$252,400 Home Value $351,694 Zillow
$1,152 Median Rent 27.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
62 Violent Crime/100K 1,694 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$96,250 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$252,400 home value, $1,152/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
62 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,250
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $252,400
10% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 62/100K
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.5%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,152
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,815
Median Age33.1 yrs
Density641/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,250
Per Capita$33,476
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty2.9%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$252,400
Rent$1,152
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$351,694
Housing Units2,276
Rent Burden27.0%

Crime

F
Violent62/100K
Property1,694/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault62/100K
Burglary248/100K

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking15.1%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.5%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Broadband89.9%
EV Stations2

Is Peculiar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peculiar receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Peculiar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peculiar is $96,250, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peculiar is $252,400, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,152 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Peculiar is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 62 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,694 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Peculiar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Peculiar has a population of 5,815 with a density of 641 people per square mile, spread across 9.1 square miles. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.7% female and 54.3% male. The city is predominantly White (79.9%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 4.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.4% of residents. 10.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,815
Total Population
641
People / sq mi
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
9.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Peculiar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Peculiar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peculiar is $96,250, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,476 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% 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 27 minutes. 21.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Peculiar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,250
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,476

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Peculiar is $252,400, 10% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $351,694, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,152 (1% 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 2,276 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1995. 27.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$252,400
10% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$351,694
Median List Price$387,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$387,990
$/Sq Ft$172
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops22.2%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,152
1% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,461
Rent Burden27.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.4%
Housing Units2,276
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

In Peculiar, 36.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 30.1% have high blood pressure. 15.1% are current smokers. 17.8% report binge drinking. 24.2% are physically inactive. 25.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.2% experience frequent mental distress. 8.0% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits61.7%

Food & Exercise

Peculiar has a violent crime rate of 62 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 62.0 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 1,694 per 100,000, 14% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,363, burglary at 248, vehicle theft at 83 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Peculiar receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent62.0/100K
84% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault62.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,693.5/100K
14% below US avg
Burglary247.8/100K
Theft1,363.1/100K
Vehicle Theft82.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Peculiar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 263 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. The area receives 4.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,004 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall4.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.5 km²)
Population Density641/sq mi
Coordinates38.7192°N, 94.4586°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 33°F (1°C) 1.3 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
May 64°F (18°C) 4.9 in
June 73°F (23°C) 5.3 in Wettest
July 78°F (26°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 76°F (25°C) 3.8 in
September 68°F (20°C) 4.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in
December 32°F (0°C) 1.7 in

Peculiar has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 27°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.3") and January the driest (1.3").

21.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 36% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. 5.2% 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. 89.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. 69.3% 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+21.5%
36% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density641/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.9%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations4

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Peculiar

What is the population of Peculiar?

Peculiar has a population of 5,815 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 641 people per square mile, spread across 9.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.7% female and 54.3% male.

Is Peculiar expensive to live in?

Peculiar 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 $96,250, 28% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $252,400 (10% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,152 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Peculiar safe?

Peculiar is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 62 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,694 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Peculiar receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Peculiar?

Peculiar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Peculiar?

Peculiar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 21.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Peculiar?

The median home value in Peculiar is $252,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $351,694. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,152. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Peculiar?

Schools in Peculiar score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.5% of adults in Peculiar hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Peculiar?

The obesity rate in Peculiar is 36.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.1% of adults are smokers. 24.2% are physically inactive. 25.5% of residents report depression. 8.0% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Peculiar?

The average commute in Peculiar is 27 minutes. 69.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Peculiar?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Peculiar is 79.9% White, 4.1% Black or African American, 2.4% Hispanic or Latino. 97.4% of residents speak only English at home. 10.3% of the population are military veterans. 17.5% of residents have a disability. 92.2% have health insurance coverage.

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