Spickard, MO

Missouri

Spickard is a small town in Missouri with a population of 268.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
268 Population 425/sq mi density
$32,100 Home Value $212,021 Zillow
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $32,100
89% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.7%
83% higher than US avg

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

People

Population268
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density425/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,443
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty22.7%
Commute27 min

Housing

Home Value$32,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,021
Rent Burden18.4%

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease7.3%

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+71.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Broadband78.3%

Is Spickard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spickard receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Spickard faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 22.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spickard is $32,100, 89% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Spickard has a population of 268 with a density of 425 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

268
Total Population
425
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Spickard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spickard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spickard is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Spickard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,443

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.7%
83% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Spickard is $32,100, 89% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,021.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$32,100
89% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$212,021

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden18.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.3%

Property Tax

In Spickard, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 34.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD10.1%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity34.4%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress17.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate74.1%

Food & Exercise

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 78.3% 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+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+71.0%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density425/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

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