Salisbury, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $53,144

29% lower than US avg

Home Value $90,900

68% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 192/100K

49% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 19.1%

43% lower than US avg

Median Rent $623

46% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.2%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.1%

14% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.6%

15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,629

Median Age36.5 yrs

Density1,216/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans5.2%

Economy

B+

Median Income$53,144

Per Capita$27,957

Unemployment3.1%

Poverty10.6%

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$90,900

Rent$623

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$179,086

Housing Units765

Rent Burden22.1%

Crime

Violent192/100K

Property897/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault192/100K

Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity39.2%

Uninsured9.3%

Smoking19.2%

Depression27.0%

Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.5 in/yr

Sunny Days264/yr

Elevation745 ft (227 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+19.1%

High School+90.8%

Graduate+6.2%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute25 min

Broadband82.1%

Is Salisbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salisbury receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Salisbury offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Salisbury is $53,144, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Salisbury is $90,900, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $623 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Salisbury is below the national average at 192 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 897 per 100,000, 54% below the national average.

Education

19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Salisbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 26°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 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Salisbury has a population of 1,629 with a density of 1,216 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 5.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.8% of residents. 5.2% of the population are veterans. 24.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 91.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,629

Total Population

1,216

People / sq mi

36.5yrs

Median Age

6% below US avg

1.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%

Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Salisbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.8%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	2.2%
	84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Salisbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salisbury is $53,144, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,957 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 12.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Salisbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$53,144
	29% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,957

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.1%
	14% below US avg
Poverty Rate	10.6%
	15% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.5 min
Drive Alone	75.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Salisbury is $90,900, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,086, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $623 (46% 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 765 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1965. 22.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$90,900
	68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$179,086

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$623
	46% below US avg
Rent Burden	22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	73.4%
Housing Units	765
Median Year Built	1965

Property Tax

In Salisbury, 39.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 32.9% have high blood pressure. 19.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.5% report binge drinking. 29.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.2% experience frequent mental distress. 9.3% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.2%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	10.5%
Heart Disease	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	32.9%
Asthma	11.2%
COPD	8.3%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.2%
	37% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.5%
Physical Inactivity	29.7%
Depression	27.0%
Mental Distress	20.2%
Physical Distress	14.9%
Short Sleep	39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.4%
Uninsured	9.3%
	8% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.9%
Dental Visits	54.8%

Food & Exercise

Salisbury has a violent crime rate of 192 per 100,000 residents, 49% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 192.3 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 897 per 100,000, 54% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 833, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 64 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Salisbury receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Salisbury vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	192.3/100K
	49% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	192.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	897.4/100K
	54% below US avg
Burglary	0.0/100K
Theft	833.3/100K
Vehicle Theft	64.1/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Salisbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 26°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 5.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 745 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.6°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.5 inches
	4% above US avg
Snowfall	5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	745 ft (227 m)
Area	1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density	1,216/sq mi
Coordinates	39.4239°N, 92.8016°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-3°C)	1.5 in	Coldest, Driest
February	32°F (-0°C)	1.5 in
March	43°F (6°C)	2.9 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.8 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.9 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.4 in
July	78°F (25°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	3.7 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.4 in
October	56°F (13°C)	3.5 in
November	43°F (6°C)	2.9 in
December	31°F (-0°C)	2.1 in

Salisbury has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 26°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (1.5").

19.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 43% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. 6.2% 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. 82.1% of households have broadband internet access. 75.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	19.1%
	43% below US avg
High School+	90.8%
Graduate Degree+	6.2%
School Test Score	5.51

C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,216/sq mi
Total Area	1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	82.1%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.5 min
Drive Alone	75.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.2%

Frequently Asked Questions About Salisbury

What is the population of Salisbury?

Salisbury has a population of 1,629 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,216 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Salisbury expensive to live in?

Salisbury 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 $53,144, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $90,900 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $623 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Salisbury safe?

Salisbury is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 192 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 897 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Salisbury receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Salisbury?

Salisbury has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 26°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 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Salisbury?

Salisbury has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 12.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Salisbury?

The median home value in Salisbury is $90,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,086. For renters, the median monthly rent is $623. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Salisbury?

Schools in Salisbury score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 19.1% of adults in Salisbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Salisbury?

The obesity rate in Salisbury is 39.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.2% of adults are smokers. 29.7% are physically inactive. 27.0% of residents report depression. 9.3% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Salisbury?

The average commute in Salisbury is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Salisbury?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Salisbury is 90.7% White, 5.8% Black or African American, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 97.8% of residents speak only English at home. 5.2% of the population are military veterans. 24.6% of residents have a disability. 91.4% have health insurance coverage.

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