Queen City, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $48,295

36% lower than US avg

Home Value $66,200

77% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 1.7%

95% lower than US avg

Median Rent $384

67% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.0%

18% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.9%

36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population656

Median Age38.4 yrs

Density637/mi²

Male / Female59% / 41%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans5.4%

Economy

B+

Median Income$48,295

Per Capita$19,738

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty7.9%

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$66,200

Rent$384

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units311

Rent Burden16.3%

Crime

Violent0/100K

Property0/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity38.0%

Uninsured8.5%

Smoking17.3%

Depression25.9%

Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain38.2 in/yr

Sunny Days267/yr

Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)

Education

Bachelor's+1.7%

High School+90.9%

Graduate+0.6%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute24 min

Broadband47.3%

Is Queen City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Queen City receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Queen City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Queen City is $48,295, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Queen City is $66,200, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $384 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Queen City 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 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Queen City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Queen City has a population of 656 with a density of 637 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 41.3% female and 58.7% male. The city is predominantly White (90.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.8% of residents. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 29.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

656

Total Population

637

People / sq mi

38.4yrs

Median Age

1% below US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%

Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Queen City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.8%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	2.2%
	84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Queen City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Queen City is $48,295, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,738 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% 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 24 minutes. 0.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Queen City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$48,295
	36% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$19,738

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.9%
	36% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.0 min
Drive Alone	85.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Queen City is $66,200, 77% below the national median of $281,900. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $384 (67% 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 311 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1964. 16.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$66,200
	77% below US avg
Median List Price	$175,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$175,000
$/Sq Ft	$100
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$384
	67% below US avg
Rent Burden	16.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	59.2%
Housing Units	311
Median Year Built	1964

Property Tax

In Queen City, 38.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 31.6% have high blood pressure. 17.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.6% report binge drinking. 28.3% are physically inactive. 25.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.4% experience frequent mental distress. 8.5% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Queen City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.0%
	18% above US avg
Diabetes	9.2%
Heart Disease	5.3%
High Blood Pressure	31.6%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	6.9%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.3%
	24% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.6%
Physical Inactivity	28.3%
Depression	25.9%
Mental Distress	19.4%
Physical Distress	13.6%
Short Sleep	39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.9%
Uninsured	8.5%
	1% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.3%
Dental Visits	57.8%

Food & Exercise

Queen City 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 0 per 100,000, 100% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 0, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents.

Crime Rates: Queen City 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	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Burglary	0.0/100K
Theft	0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Queen City experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 267 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 38.2 inches. The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,007 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	51.3°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	267 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.2 inches
	0% below US avg
Snowfall	4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,007 ft (307 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density	637/sq mi
Coordinates	40.4092°N, 92.5677°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	23°F (-5°C)	1.4 in	Coldest
February	29°F (-2°C)	1.2 in	Driest
March	40°F (4°C)	2.8 in
April	52°F (11°C)	3.6 in
May	62°F (17°C)	4.4 in
June	71°F (22°C)	4.2 in
July	76°F (25°C)	4.5 in	Warmest
August	74°F (23°C)	4.1 in
September	66°F (19°C)	4.5 in	Wettest
October	54°F (12°C)	3.2 in
November	41°F (5°C)	2.4 in
December	28°F (-2°C)	1.9 in

Queen City has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 23°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.2").

1.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 95% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. 0.6% 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. 47.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 85.8% 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+	1.7%
	95% below US avg
High School+	90.9%
Graduate Degree+	0.6%
School Test Score	5.51

F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	637/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	47.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.0 min
Drive Alone	85.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Queen City

What is the population of Queen City?

Queen City has a population of 656 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 637 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.4 years. The population is 41.3% female and 58.7% male.

Is Queen City expensive to live in?

Queen City 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 $48,295, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $66,200 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $384 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Queen City safe?

Queen City 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 0 per 100,000 (below the national average).

What is the weather like in Queen City?

Queen City has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Queen City?

The job market in Queen City is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 0.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Queen City?

The median home value in Queen City is $66,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $384. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Queen City?

Schools in Queen City score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 1.7% of adults in Queen City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. 0.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Queen City?

The obesity rate in Queen City is 38.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.3% of adults are smokers. 28.3% are physically inactive. 25.9% of residents report depression. 8.5% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Queen City?

The average commute in Queen City is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Queen City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Queen City is 90.7% White. 97.8% of residents speak only English at home. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 29.7% of residents have a disability. 86.9% have health insurance coverage.

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