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Reeds, MO

Missouri

Reeds is a small town in Missouri with a population of 191. Residents earn $27,639 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
191 Population 1,273/sq mi density
$27,639 Median Income $12,728 per capita
$96,700 Home Value $270,975 Zillow
56°F Avg Temperature 256 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$27,639 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$96,700 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,639
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,700
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.1%
94% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.0%
303% higher than US avg

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

People

Population191
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density1,273/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans0.8%

Economy

C
Median Income$27,639
Per Capita$12,728
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty50.0%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$270,975
Housing Units72
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured10.8%
Smoking20.9%
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.1%
High School+61.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute29 min
Broadband57.0%

Is Reeds a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Reeds receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Reeds has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Reeds is $27,639, 63% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 50.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Reeds is $96,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 61.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Reeds enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Reeds has a population of 191 with a density of 1,273 people per square mile. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.2%), with 5.8% Hispanic.

Population

191
Total Population
1,273
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Reeds vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Reeds vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reeds is $27,639, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Reeds vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,639
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,728

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate50.0%
303% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Reeds is $96,700, 66% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $270,975.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,700
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$270,975

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.4%
Housing Units72
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

In Reeds, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.8% of residents lack health insurance. 20.9% are current smokers. 28.2% report depression. 32.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.9%
49% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity32.5%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress15.9%
Short Sleep41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Uninsured10.8%
26% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits53.0%

Food & Exercise

Reeds has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. The area enjoys 256 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,273/sq mi
Coordinates37.1162°N, 94.1658°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 57.0% 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+2.1%
94% below US avg
High School+61.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,273/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

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