Pilot Grove, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $63,750

15% lower than US avg

Home Value $118,300

58% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.4%

60% lower than US avg

Median Rent $656

44% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.7%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.0%

44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population646

Median Age43.7 yrs

Density1,538/mi²

Male / Female41% / 59%

Largest GroupWhite 99%

Veterans5.0%

Economy

Median Income$63,750

Per Capita$30,148

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty7.0%

Commute33 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$118,300

Rent$656

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$230,560

Housing Units360

Rent Burden19.7%

Crime

C+

Violent0/100K

Property780/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary130/100K

Health

Obesity37.7%

Uninsured8.9%

Smoking18.1%

Depression26.2%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.3 in/yr

Sunny Days265/yr

Elevation843 ft (257 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.4%

High School+89.4%

Graduate+4.1%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute33 min

Broadband78.0%

Is Pilot Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pilot Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Pilot Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pilot Grove is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pilot Grove is $118,300, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $656 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Pilot Grove is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 780 per 100,000, 60% below the national average.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Pilot Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pilot Grove has a population of 646 with a density of 1,538 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 58.7% female and 41.3% male. The city is predominantly White (98.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 5.0% of the population are veterans. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 94.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

646

Total Population

1,538

People / sq mi

43.7yrs

Median Age

12% above US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.3%

Female 58.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pilot Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pilot Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pilot Grove is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,148 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% 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 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 5.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pilot Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,750
	15% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,148

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.0%
	44% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	33.3 min
Drive Alone	80.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Pilot Grove is $118,300, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,560, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $656 (44% 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 360 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. 19.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$118,300
	58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$230,560

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$656
	44% below US avg
Rent Burden	19.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	71.1%
Housing Units	360
Median Year Built	1973

Property Tax

In Pilot Grove, 37.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 32.4% have high blood pressure. 18.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.9% report binge drinking. 29.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.4% experience frequent mental distress. 8.9% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Pilot Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.7%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	9.8%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	32.4%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	7.6%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.1%
	29% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.9%
Physical Inactivity	29.5%
Depression	26.2%
Mental Distress	19.4%
Physical Distress	14.0%
Short Sleep	37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.5%
Uninsured	8.9%
	3% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.3%
Dental Visits	59.4%

Food & Exercise

Pilot Grove has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 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 780 per 100,000, 60% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 650, burglary at 130, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Pilot Grove receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	780.2/100K
	60% below US avg
Burglary	130.0/100K
Theft	650.2/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C+
Safety Score	2.5 / 5.0

Pilot Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 265 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 39.3 inches. The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 843 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	54.4°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	28°F (-3°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.3 inches
	4% above US avg
Snowfall	5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	843 ft (257 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density	1,538/sq mi
Coordinates	38.8747°N, 92.9116°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	28°F (-3°C)	1.4 in	Coldest, Driest
February	33°F (1°C)	1.5 in
March	44°F (7°C)	3.0 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.8 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.9 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.5 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.5 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.3 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.7 in
November	44°F (7°C)	2.9 in
December	33°F (0°C)	2.2 in

Pilot Grove has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 28°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (1.4").

13.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 60% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. 4.1% 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. 78.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 80.3% 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+	13.4%
	60% below US avg
High School+	89.4%
Graduate Degree+	4.1%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,538/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	78.0%
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	33.3 min
Drive Alone	80.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.2%

Frequently Asked Questions About Pilot Grove

What is the population of Pilot Grove?

Pilot Grove has a population of 646 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,538 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 58.7% female and 41.3% male.

Is Pilot Grove expensive to live in?

Pilot Grove 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 $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $118,300 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $656 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Pilot Grove safe?

Pilot Grove is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 780 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Pilot Grove receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Pilot Grove?

Pilot Grove has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.3 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Pilot Grove?

The job market in Pilot Grove is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 5.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Pilot Grove?

The median home value in Pilot Grove is $118,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,560. For renters, the median monthly rent is $656. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Pilot Grove?

Schools in Pilot Grove score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.4% of adults in Pilot Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Pilot Grove?

The obesity rate in Pilot Grove is 37.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.1% of adults are smokers. 29.5% are physically inactive. 26.2% of residents report depression. 8.9% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Pilot Grove?

The average commute in Pilot Grove is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Pilot Grove?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pilot Grove is 98.9% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 5.0% of the population are military veterans. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 94.5% have health insurance coverage.

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