Polo, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Polo, MO
At a Glance
How Polo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Polo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Polo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Polo residents earn a median household income of $48,750 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,964. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Polo is $152,500 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $295,437. Median rent is $617/month, with 24.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Education
13.2% of adults in Polo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 92.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Polo has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches.