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Republic, MO

Missouri

Republic is a small city in Missouri with a population of 19,233. Residents earn $64,364 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
19,233 Population 1,195/sq mi density
$64,364 Median Income $32,182 per capita
$190,300 Home Value $265,320 Zillow
$1,068 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 256 sunny days/yr
184 Violent Crime/100K 2,039 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$64,364 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,300 home value, $1,068/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
184 violent crimes/100K (52% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,364
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $190,300
32% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 184/100K
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.5%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,068
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population19,233
Median Age33.6 yrs
Density1,195/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,364
Per Capita$32,182
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty13.3%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,300
Rent$1,068
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$265,320
Housing Units7,840
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

F
Violent184/100K
Property2,039/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault146/100K
Burglary279/100K

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking17.1%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation1,306 ft (398 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.5%
High School+95.5%
Graduate+11.1%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband88.4%
EV Stations1

Is Republic a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Republic 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. Republic offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Republic is $64,364, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Republic is $190,300, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,068 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Republic is below the national average at 184 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,039 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Republic enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°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 43.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Republic has a population of 19,233 with a density of 1,195 people per square mile. The median age is 33.6 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

19,233
Total Population
1,195
People / sq mi
33.6yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
16.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Republic vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Republic vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Republic is $64,364, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Republic vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,364
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,182

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Republic is $190,300, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,068 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $265,320.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,300
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$265,320
Median List Price$307,995

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$307,995
$/Sq Ft$176
Homes Sold35
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops21.3%
Inventory94

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,068
8% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,472
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.5%
Housing Units7,840
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

In Republic, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits59.3%

Food & Exercise

Republic has a violent crime rate of 184 per 100,000 residents, 52% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,039 per 100,000 (4% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Republic vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent183.6/100K
52% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape38.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault145.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,038.8/100K
4% above US avg
Burglary278.6/100K
Theft1,639.9/100K
Vehicle Theft120.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Republic has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.9 inches. The area enjoys 256 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.9 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,306 ft (398 m)
Area16.1 sq mi (41.7 km²)
Population Density1,195/sq mi
Coordinates37.1201°N, 93.4802°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 88.4% 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+27.5%
18% below US avg
High School+95.5%
Graduate Degree+11.1%
School Test Score5.51
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,195/sq mi
Total Area16.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.4%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations4

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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