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Skidmore, MO

Missouri

Skidmore is a small town in Missouri with a population of 179. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
179 Population 542/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $27,020 per capita
$58,300 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,300 home value, $750/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,300
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.6%
66% higher than US avg

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

People

Population179
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density542/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$27,020
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty20.6%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,300
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units166
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking18.4%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation951 ft (290 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+90.9%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband96.0%

Is Skidmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skidmore receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Skidmore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Skidmore is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 20.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Skidmore is $58,300, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Skidmore 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 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Skidmore has a population of 179 with a density of 542 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.7%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

179
Total Population
542
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Skidmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Skidmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skidmore is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Skidmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,020

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.6%
66% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Skidmore is $58,300, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,300
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$82
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.6%
Housing Units166
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

In Skidmore, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep42.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.4%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits59.8%

Food & Exercise

Skidmore 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 34.5 inches. The area enjoys 274 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 Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation951 ft (290 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density542/sq mi
Coordinates40.2889°N, 95.0814°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 96.0% 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+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+90.9%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density542/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

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