Perry, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $47,443

37% lower than US avg

Home Value $108,600

61% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 14.4%

57% lower than US avg

Median Rent $567

51% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.7%

24% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.5%

86% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.2%

58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population710

Median Age47.5 yrs

Density514/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 77%

Veterans6.2%

Economy

B+

Median Income$47,443

Per Capita$23,445

Unemployment0.5%

Poverty5.2%

Commute23 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$108,600

Rent$567

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$227,004

Housing Units392

Rent Burden29.5%

Health

Obesity39.7%

Uninsured9.0%

Smoking18.7%

Depression27.0%

Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain42.8 in/yr

Sunny Days258/yr

Elevation476 ft (145 m)

Education

Bachelor's+14.4%

High School+92.5%

Graduate+4.0%

School Score5.32

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%

Commute23 min

Broadband80.3%

Is Perry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Perry receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Perry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Perry is $47,443, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Perry is $108,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $567 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.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Perry enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Perry has a population of 710 with a density of 514 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.1% female and 53.9% male. The city is predominantly White (76.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.4% of residents. 6.2% of the population are veterans. 24.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

710

Total Population

514

People / sq mi

47.5yrs

Median Age

22% above US avg

1.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%

Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Perry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.4%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.6%
	96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Perry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Perry is $47,443, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,445 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% 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 23 minutes. 5.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Perry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$47,443
	37% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,445

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.5%
	86% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.2%
	58% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.4 min
Drive Alone	81.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Perry is $108,600, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $227,004, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $567 (51% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $868 for a one-bedroom to $952 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 392 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1964. 29.5% 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	$108,600
	61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$227,004

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$567
	51% below US avg
Rent Burden	29.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$707
1 Bedroom	$868
2 Bedrooms	$952
3 Bedrooms	$1,260
4 Bedrooms	$1,265

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	75.6%
Renter-Occupied	24.4%
Housing Units	392
Median Year Built	1964

Property Tax

In Perry, 39.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 33.5% have high blood pressure. 18.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.5% report binge drinking. 29.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.8% experience frequent mental distress. 9.0% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.7%
	24% above US avg
Diabetes	10.4%
Heart Disease	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	33.5%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	7.8%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.7%
	34% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.5%
Physical Inactivity	29.3%
Depression	27.0%
Mental Distress	19.8%
Physical Distress	14.4%
Short Sleep	38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	84.3%
Uninsured	9.0%
	5% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.9%
Dental Visits	56.2%

Food & Exercise

Perry enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 4.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 476 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	55.6°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	42.8 inches
	13% above US avg
Snowfall	4.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	86.6%
Unhealthy Days	0

Geography

Elevation	476 ft (145 m)
Area	1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density	514/sq mi
Coordinates	37.7107°N, 89.8430°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	30°F (-1°C)	2.3 in	Coldest, Driest
February	35°F (2°C)	2.6 in
March	45°F (7°C)	4.2 in
April	55°F (13°C)	4.0 in
May	65°F (18°C)	4.5 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	3.6 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.7 in
September	69°F (21°C)	3.4 in
October	58°F (14°C)	2.8 in
November	46°F (8°C)	4.2 in
December	36°F (2°C)	3.7 in

Perry has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 30°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (2.3").

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 14.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 57% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 81.3% of the vote, a 63.4-point margin. 80.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 81.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.3%

D 17.9%

Winner: Republican by 63.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	14.4%
	57% below US avg
High School+	92.5%
Graduate Degree+	4.0%
School Test Score	5.32

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	514/sq mi
Total Area	1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	80.3%
Alt Fuel Stations	2

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.4 min
Drive Alone	81.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Perry

What is the population of Perry?

Perry has a population of 710 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 514 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.1% female and 53.9% male.

Is Perry expensive to live in?

Perry 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 $47,443, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $108,600 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $567 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Perry?

Perry enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 4.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Perry?

The job market in Perry is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 5.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Perry?

The median home value in Perry is $108,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $227,004. For renters, the median monthly rent is $567. Fair market rent is $868 for a 1-bedroom and $952 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Perry?

Schools in Perry score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 14.4% of adults in Perry hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Perry?

The obesity rate in Perry is 39.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.7% of adults are smokers. 29.3% are physically inactive. 27.0% of residents report depression. 9.0% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Perry?

The average commute in Perry is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Perry?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Perry is 76.6% White, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 99.4% of residents speak only English at home. 6.2% of the population are military veterans. 24.5% of residents have a disability. 84.3% have health insurance coverage.

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