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Pickering, MO

Missouri

Pickering is a small town in Missouri with a population of 171. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
171 Population 1,006/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $26,910 per capita
$80,000 Home Value
$917 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $917/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $917
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population171
Median Age28.8 yrs
Density1,006/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$26,910
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty8.5%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$917
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units97
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking16.4%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation1,047 ft (319 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+96.2%
Graduate+7.4%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband70.0%

Is Pickering a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pickering receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Pickering offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pickering is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pickering is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $917 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Pickering experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pickering has a population of 171 with a density of 1,006 people per square mile. The median age is 28.8 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

171
Total Population
1,006
People / sq mi
28.8yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Pickering vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pickering vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pickering is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Pickering vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,910

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pickering is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $917 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$917
21% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.9%
Housing Units97
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

In Pickering, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits61.4%

Food & Exercise

Pickering has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,047 ft (319 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,006/sq mi
Coordinates40.4508°N, 94.8422°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 70.0% 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+23.1%
31% below US avg
High School+96.2%
Graduate Degree+7.4%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,006/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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