Schell City, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Schell City, MO
At a Glance
How Schell City Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Schell City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Schell City a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Schell City residents earn a median household income of $37,750 , which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,777. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Schell City is $47,000 , 83% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $242,512. Median rent is $510/month, with 16.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Education
11.0% of adults in Schell City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below the national average). 85.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Schell City has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches.