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Purdin, MO

Missouri

Purdin is a small town in Missouri with a population of 75. Residents earn $21,250 per year, which is 72% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
75 Population 242/sq mi density
$21,250 Median Income $22,427 per capita
$48,300 Home Value $196,668 Zillow
$286 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$21,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$48,300 home value, $286/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,250
72% lower than US avg
Home Value $48,300
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $286
75% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.7%
115% higher than US avg

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

People

Population75
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density242/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans55.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$21,250
Per Capita$22,427
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty26.7%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$48,300
Rent$286
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$196,668
Housing Units80
Rent Burden21.9%

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking19.6%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation883 ft (269 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+87.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband36.0%

Is Purdin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Purdin receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Purdin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Purdin is $21,250, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Purdin is $48,300, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $286 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% 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.

Purdin has a population of 75 with a density of 242 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

75
Total Population
242
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Purdin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Purdin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Purdin is $21,250, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Purdin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,250
72% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,427

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.7%
115% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Purdin is $48,300, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $286 (75% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,668.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$48,300
83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$196,668

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$286
75% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.8%
Housing Units80
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

In Purdin, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 19.6% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.6%
40% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits54.5%

Food & Exercise

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 36.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+87.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density242/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%

Nearby Cities

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