Silex, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $17,880

76% lower than US avg

Home Value $176,100

38% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 319/100K

16% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 5.0%

85% lower than US avg

Median Rent $688

41% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.7%

3% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.3%

1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population383

Median Age40.4 yrs

Density1,321/mi²

Male / Female57% / 43%

Largest GroupWhite 96%

Veterans10.0%

Economy

C+

Median Income$17,880

Per Capita$17,880

Unemployment3.7%

Poverty12.3%

Commute23 min

Housing

Home Value$176,100

Rent$688

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$373,391

Housing Units118

Rent Burden19.3%

Crime

Violent319/100K

Property1,278/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault319/100K

Burglary319/100K

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain36.8 in/yr

Sunny Days269/yr

Elevation515 ft (157 m)

Education

Bachelor's+5.0%

High School+93.0%

Graduate+2.2%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute23 min

Broadband88.0%

Is Silex a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Silex receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Silex faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Silex is $17,880, 76% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Silex is $176,100, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Silex is below the national average at 319 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,278 per 100,000, 35% below the national average.

Education

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Silex experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches, including 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Silex has a population of 383 with a density of 1,321 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 42.8% female and 57.2% male. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 3.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 10.0% 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). 96.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

383

Total Population

1,321

People / sq mi

40.4yrs

Median Age

4% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.2%

Female 42.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Silex vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Silex vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Silex is $17,880, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,880 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.3% 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 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 2.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Silex vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$17,880
	76% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$17,880

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.7%
	3% above US avg
Poverty Rate	12.3%
	1% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.3 min
Drive Alone	73.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Silex is $176,100, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $373,391, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% 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 118 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2013. 19.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$176,100
	38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$373,391

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$688
	41% below US avg
Rent Burden	19.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	78.4%
Housing Units	118
Median Year Built	2013

Property Tax

Silex has a violent crime rate of 319 per 100,000 residents, 16% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 319.5 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 1,278 per 100,000, 35% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 958, burglary at 319, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Silex receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	319.5/100K
	16% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	319.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,278.0/100K
	35% below US avg
Burglary	319.5/100K
Theft	958.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Silex experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 269 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 36.8 inches. The area receives 5.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 515 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.7°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	36.8 inches
	3% below US avg
Snowfall	5.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	515 ft (157 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density	1,321/sq mi
Coordinates	39.1234°N, 91.0543°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	1.6 in	Coldest, Driest
February	33°F (0°C)	1.8 in
March	43°F (6°C)	3.1 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.7 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	3.7 in
July	77°F (25°C)	3.6 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	3.2 in
September	67°F (20°C)	3.3 in
October	56°F (13°C)	2.8 in
November	43°F (6°C)	3.3 in
December	32°F (0°C)	2.4 in

Silex has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 27°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (1.6").

5.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 85% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. 2.2% 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. 88.0% of households have broadband internet access. 73.5% 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+	5.0%
	85% below US avg
High School+	93.0%
Graduate Degree+	2.2%
School Test Score	5.51

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,321/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	88.0%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.3 min
Drive Alone	73.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Silex

What is the population of Silex?

Silex has a population of 383 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,321 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.4 years. The population is 42.8% female and 57.2% male.

Is Silex expensive to live in?

Silex 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 $17,880, 76% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $176,100 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Silex safe?

Silex is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 319 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,278 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Silex receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Silex?

Silex has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.8 inches, with 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Silex?

Silex has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 2.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Silex?

The median home value in Silex is $176,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $373,391. For renters, the median monthly rent is $688. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Silex?

Schools in Silex score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 5.0% of adults in Silex hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Silex?

The average commute in Silex is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 73.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Silex?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Silex is 95.6% White, 1% Black or African American, 3.4% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 10.0% of the population are military veterans. 17.8% of residents have a disability. 96.5% have health insurance coverage.

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