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Ritchey, MO

Missouri

Ritchey is a small town in Missouri with a population of 50. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
50 Population 1,000/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $26,838 per capita
$55,000 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 255 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,000 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population50
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density1,000/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans38.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$26,838
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.9%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units31
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity39.9%
Uninsured13.2%
Smoking19.8%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+85.3%
Graduate+6.7%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband21.0%

Is Ritchey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ritchey 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Ritchey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ritchey is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ritchey is $55,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ritchey 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 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ritchey has a population of 50 with a density of 1,000 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

50
Total Population
1,000
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Ritchey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ritchey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ritchey is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Ritchey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,838

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ritchey is $55,000, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,000
80% 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-Occupied76.2%
Housing Units31
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

In Ritchey, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.2% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity31.6%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.1%
Uninsured13.2%
53% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits61.1%

Food & Exercise

Ritchey has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.7 inches. The area enjoys 255 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 Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.7 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density1,000/sq mi
Coordinates36.9439°N, 94.1855°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 21.0% 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+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+85.3%
Graduate Degree+6.7%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,000/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access21.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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