Ridgeway, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Ridgeway, MO
At a Glance
How Ridgeway Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ridgeway's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ridgeway a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ridgeway residents earn a median household income of $37,188 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,702. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1% (69% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 27.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ridgeway is $65,700 , 77% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $127,395. Median rent is $713/month, with 24.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1947.
Education
6.8% of adults in Ridgeway hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ridgeway has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches.