Potosi, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Potosi, MO
At a Glance
How Potosi Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Potosi's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Potosi a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Potosi residents earn a median household income of $37,055 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,901. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.8% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Potosi is $101,100 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $197,807. Median rent is $719/month, with 32.0% 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 1963.
Safety & Crime
Potosi reports 394 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 4% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,514/100K.
Education
14.0% of adults in Potosi hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 85.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Potosi has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches.