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Richards, MO

Missouri

Richards is a small town in Missouri with a population of 44. Residents earn $42,969 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
44 Population 163/sq mi density
$42,969 Median Income $20,234 per capita
$65,000 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$42,969 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,969
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.2%
79% higher than US avg

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

People

Population44
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density163/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans32.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,969
Per Capita$20,234
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.2%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units37
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation837 ft (255 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+66.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute29 min
Broadband23.0%

Is Richards a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richards receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Richards offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richards is $42,969, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.2% 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 Richards is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x 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%. 66.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Richards enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Richards has a population of 44 with a density of 163 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.3%), with 22.7% Hispanic.

Population

44
Total Population
163
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.2%
Female 56.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Richards vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Richards vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richards is $42,969, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Richards vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,969
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,234

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.2%
79% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Richards is $65,000, 77% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,000
77% below US avg

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-Occupied69.6%
Housing Units37
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Richards has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.8 inches. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation837 ft (255 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density163/sq mi
Coordinates37.9073°N, 94.5572°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
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. 23.0% 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+66.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density163/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Nearby Cities

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