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Phillipsburg, MO

Missouri

Phillipsburg is a small town in Missouri with a population of 159. Residents earn $35,750 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
159 Population 199/sq mi density
$35,750 Median Income $21,730 per capita
$103,100 Home Value $231,961 Zillow
$798 Median Rent 26.9% income on rent
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$35,750 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,100 home value, $798/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,750
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,100
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $798
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population159
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density199/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$35,750
Per Capita$21,730
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty9.5%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,100
Rent$798
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$231,961
Housing Units106
Rent Burden26.9%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured11.9%
Smoking24.1%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation1,411 ft (430 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+90.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute24 min
Broadband64.0%

Is Phillipsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Phillipsburg receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Phillipsburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Phillipsburg is $35,750, 52% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Phillipsburg is $103,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $798 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Phillipsburg has a population of 159 with a density of 199 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

159
Total Population
199
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Phillipsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Phillipsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Phillipsburg is $35,750, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Phillipsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,750
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,730

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone59.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Phillipsburg is $103,100, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $798 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,961.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,100
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$231,961

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$798
31% below US avg
Rent Burden26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.2%
Housing Units106
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

In Phillipsburg, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.9% of residents lack health insurance. 24.1% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 35.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma11.6%
COPD10.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.1%
72% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity35.4%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress17.2%
Short Sleep41.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Uninsured11.9%
38% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits47.7%

Food & Exercise

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 64.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+90.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density199/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone59.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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