Sarcoxie, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $37,868

50% lower than US avg

Home Value $79,500

72% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 5.8%

83% lower than US avg

Median Rent $481

59% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.3%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.9%

19% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 20.9%

69% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,344

Median Age36.6 yrs

Density921/mi²

Male / Female48% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans8.3%

Economy

C+

Median Income$37,868

Per Capita$16,696

Unemployment2.9%

Poverty20.9%

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$79,500

Rent$481

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$258,596

Housing Units602

Rent Burden34.3%

Health

Obesity40.3%

Uninsured10.7%

Smoking20.7%

Depression27.7%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain44.2 in/yr

Sunny Days256/yr

Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)

Education

Bachelor's+5.8%

High School+86.2%

Graduate+1.8%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute25 min

Broadband88.1%

Is Sarcoxie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sarcoxie receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sarcoxie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sarcoxie is $37,868, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 20.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sarcoxie is $79,500, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $481 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Sarcoxie 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 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sarcoxie has a population of 1,344 with a density of 921 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.5% female and 47.5% male. The city is predominantly White (94%), with 4.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.6% of residents. 8.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 81.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,344

Total Population

921

People / sq mi

36.6yrs

Median Age

6% below US avg

1.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%

Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sarcoxie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.6%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.4%
	97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sarcoxie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sarcoxie is $37,868, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,696 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 25 minutes. 2.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sarcoxie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$37,868
	50% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$16,696

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.9%
	19% below US avg
Poverty Rate	20.9%
	69% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.1 min
Drive Alone	77.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sarcoxie is $79,500, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,596, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $481 (59% 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 602 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1969. 34.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$79,500
	72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$258,596

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$481
	59% below US avg
Rent Burden	34.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	77.8%
Housing Units	602
Median Year Built	1969

Property Tax

In Sarcoxie, 40.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 34.7% have high blood pressure. 20.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.2% report binge drinking. 32.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.1% experience frequent mental distress. 10.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.3%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	11.3%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	34.7%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	8.9%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.7%
	48% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.2%
Physical Inactivity	32.5%
Depression	27.7%
Mental Distress	21.1%
Physical Distress	15.8%
Short Sleep	42.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	81.1%
Uninsured	10.7%
	24% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.2%
Dental Visits	51.4%

Food & Exercise

Sarcoxie enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. The area receives 1.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,093 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	56.1°F
	4% above US avg
January Average	32°F (-0°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	44.2 inches
	16% above US avg
Snowfall	1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,093 ft (333 m)
Area	1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density	921/sq mi
Coordinates	37.0692°N, 94.1166°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	32°F (-0°C)	1.7 in	Coldest, Driest
February	37°F (3°C)	2.1 in
March	46°F (8°C)	3.9 in
April	56°F (13°C)	4.0 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.9 in
June	73°F (23°C)	5.2 in	Wettest
July	78°F (26°C)	3.2 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.8 in
September	70°F (21°C)	4.9 in
October	58°F (15°C)	3.9 in
November	46°F (8°C)	3.9 in
December	36°F (2°C)	2.8 in

Sarcoxie has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 32°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.2") and January the driest (1.7").

5.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. 1.8% 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. 88.1% of households have broadband internet access. 77% 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+	5.8%
	83% below US avg
High School+	86.2%
Graduate Degree+	1.8%
School Test Score	5.51

F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	921/sq mi
Total Area	1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	88.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.1 min
Drive Alone	77.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Sarcoxie

What is the population of Sarcoxie?

Sarcoxie has a population of 1,344 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 921 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.5% female and 47.5% male.

Is Sarcoxie expensive to live in?

Sarcoxie 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 $37,868, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $79,500 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $481 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Sarcoxie?

Sarcoxie enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.2 inches, with 1.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Sarcoxie?

The job market in Sarcoxie is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 2.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sarcoxie?

The median home value in Sarcoxie is $79,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,596. For renters, the median monthly rent is $481. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Sarcoxie?

Schools in Sarcoxie score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 5.8% of adults in Sarcoxie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sarcoxie?

The obesity rate in Sarcoxie is 40.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.7% of adults are smokers. 32.5% are physically inactive. 27.7% of residents report depression. 10.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Sarcoxie?

The average commute in Sarcoxie is 25 minutes. 77% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sarcoxie?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sarcoxie is 94% White, 4.7% Hispanic or Latino. 99.6% of residents speak only English at home. 8.3% of the population are military veterans. 17.8% of residents have a disability. 81.1% have health insurance coverage.

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