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Pierpont, MO

Missouri

Pierpont is a small town in Missouri with a population of 68. Residents earn $101,250 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
68 Population 296/sq mi density
$101,250 Median Income $52,515 per capita
$275,000 Home Value
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$101,250 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$275,000 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,250
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $275,000
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.0%
19% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.9%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population68
Median Age62.5 yrs
Density296/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans61.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,250
Per Capita$52,515
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty4.3%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$275,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units28
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity22.9%
Uninsured4.5%
Smoking8.4%
Depression17.7%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation774 ft (236 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.0%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+29.3%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute16 min
Broadband29.0%

Is Pierpont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pierpont receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Pierpont stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pierpont is $101,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Pierpont among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pierpont is $275,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pierpont has a population of 68 with a density of 296 people per square mile. The median age is 62.5 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 5.9% Black.

Population

68
Total Population
296
People / sq mi
62.5yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Pierpont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pierpont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pierpont is $101,250, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Pierpont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,250
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,515

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.7 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pierpont is $275,000, 2% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$275,000
2% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.6%
Housing Units28
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

In Pierpont, 22.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.5% of residents lack health insurance. 8.4% are current smokers. 17.7% report depression. 16.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.9%
29% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure25.0%
Asthma8.0%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.4%
40% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity16.7%
Depression17.7%
Mental Distress11.8%
Physical Distress9.0%
Short Sleep26.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.5%
48% below US avg
Checkup Rate63.0%
Dental Visits54.8%

Food & Exercise

40.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 29.0% 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+40.0%
19% above US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+29.3%
School Test Score5.51
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density296/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.7 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Nearby Cities

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