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Rutledge, MO

Missouri

Rutledge is a small town in Missouri with a population of 80. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
80 Population 615/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $13,369 per capita
52°F Avg Temperature 268 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population80
Median Age14.5 yrs
Density615/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans32.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$13,369
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.5%
Commute26 min

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured11.7%
Smoking21.9%
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation771 ft (235 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+50.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband15.0%

Is Rutledge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rutledge receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Rutledge has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rutledge is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Rutledge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Rutledge has a population of 80 with a density of 615 people per square mile. The median age is 14.5 years, 63% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%).

Population

80
Total Population
615
People / sq mi
14.5yrs
Median Age
63% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65%
Female 35%

Race & Ethnicity

Rutledge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.6%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.4%
52% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rutledge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rutledge 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). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Rutledge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone69.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

In Rutledge, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.7% of residents lack health insurance. 21.9% are current smokers. 28.7% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma12.3%
COPD10.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity33.6%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate17.6%
Uninsured11.7%
36% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits51.5%

Food & Exercise

Rutledge has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. The area enjoys 268 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall4.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density615/sq mi
Coordinates40.3136°N, 92.0882°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 15.0% 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+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+50.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density615/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone69.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

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