Russellville, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $56,458

25% lower than US avg

Home Value $150,700

47% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 25.6%

24% lower than US avg

Median Rent $832

28% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.6%

11% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.5%

58% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.3%

81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population875

Median Age29.4 yrs

Density1,006/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans10.8%

Economy

Median Income$56,458

Per Capita$27,175

Unemployment1.5%

Poverty2.3%

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$150,700

Rent$832

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$304,078

Housing Units413

Rent Burden36.1%

Health

Obesity35.6%

Uninsured7.7%

Smoking15.0%

Depression26.2%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.5 in/yr

Sunny Days264/yr

Elevation886 ft (270 m)

Education

Bachelor's+25.6%

High School+96.5%

Graduate+7.7%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute27 min

Broadband94.7%

Is Russellville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Russellville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Russellville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Russellville is $56,458, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Russellville is $150,700, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $832 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Russellville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 5.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Russellville has a population of 875 with a density of 1,006 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.8% female and 47.2% male. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 1.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.2% of residents. 10.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.6% of residents have a disability. 89.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

875

Total Population

1,006

People / sq mi

29.4yrs

Median Age

24% below US avg

0.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%

Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Russellville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	96.2%
	23% above US avg
Spanish	3.8%
	72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Russellville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Russellville is $56,458, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,175 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 3.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Russellville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$56,458
	25% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,175

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.5%
	58% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.3%
	81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.4 min
Drive Alone	79.7%
Public Transit	2.6%
Work from Home	3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Russellville is $150,700, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $304,078, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $832 (28% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 413 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1963. 36.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$150,700
	47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$304,078

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$171
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	25.0%
Inventory	4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$832
	28% below US avg
Rent Burden	36.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	79.6%
Housing Units	413
Median Year Built	1963

Property Tax

In Russellville, 35.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 31.4% have high blood pressure. 15.0% are current smokers. 19.8% report binge drinking. 26.1% are physically inactive. 26.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.6% experience frequent mental distress. 7.7% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.6%
	11% above US avg
Diabetes	8.8%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	31.4%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	6.4%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.0%
	7% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.8%
Physical Inactivity	26.1%
Depression	26.2%
Mental Distress	18.6%
Physical Distress	12.9%
Short Sleep	36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.7%
Uninsured	7.7%
	10% below US avg
Checkup Rate	76.3%
Dental Visits	63.6%

Food & Exercise

Russellville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 264 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 886 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	54.8°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	29°F (-2°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.5 inches
	4% above US avg
Snowfall	5.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	886 ft (270 m)
Area	0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density	1,006/sq mi
Coordinates	38.5117°N, 92.4402°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	29°F (-2°C)	1.4 in	Coldest, Driest
February	34°F (1°C)	1.8 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.2 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.8 in
May	64°F (18°C)	5.1 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.3 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.4 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.5 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.1 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.4 in
November	44°F (7°C)	3.2 in
December	34°F (1°C)	2.4 in

Russellville has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 29°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (1.4").

25.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 24% below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 94.7% of households have broadband internet access. 79.7% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.6% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	25.6%
	24% below US avg
High School+	96.5%
Graduate Degree+	7.7%
School Test Score	5.51

B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,006/sq mi
Total Area	0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	94.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.4 min
Drive Alone	79.7%
Public Transit	2.6%
Work from Home	3.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Russellville

What is the population of Russellville?

Russellville has a population of 875 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,006 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.8% female and 47.2% male.

Is Russellville expensive to live in?

Russellville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $56,458, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,700 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $832 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Russellville?

Russellville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.5 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Russellville?

The job market in Russellville is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 3.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Russellville?

The median home value in Russellville is $150,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $304,078. For renters, the median monthly rent is $832. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Russellville?

Schools in Russellville score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 25.6% of adults in Russellville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Russellville?

The obesity rate in Russellville is 35.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.0% of adults are smokers. 26.1% are physically inactive. 26.2% of residents report depression. 7.7% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Russellville?

The average commute in Russellville is 27 minutes. 79.7% of workers drive alone to work, 2.6% use public transit, and 3.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Russellville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Russellville is 93.1% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 96.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.8% speak Spanish. 10.8% of the population are military veterans. 14.6% of residents have a disability. 89.7% have health insurance coverage.

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