Stanberry, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $63,958

15% lower than US avg

Home Value $99,600

65% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 21.6%

36% lower than US avg

Median Rent $792

32% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.9%

27% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.1%

14% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.1%

19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,190

Median Age37.1 yrs

Density850/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans5.5%

Economy

B+

Median Income$63,958

Per Capita$31,445

Unemployment3.1%

Poverty10.1%

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$99,600

Rent$792

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$87,641

Housing Units560

Rent Burden14.8%

Health

Obesity40.9%

Uninsured10.2%

Smoking20.2%

Depression26.7%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain35.7 in/yr

Sunny Days271/yr

Elevation906 ft (276 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.6%

High School+91.8%

Graduate+5.2%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute18 min

Broadband81.4%

Is Stanberry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stanberry receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Stanberry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stanberry is $63,958, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stanberry is $99,600, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Stanberry 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 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Stanberry has a population of 1,190 with a density of 850 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.7% female and 46.3% male. The city is predominantly White (97.9%), with 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.5% of residents. 5.5% of the population are veterans. 15.0% of residents have a disability. 86.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,190

Total Population

850

People / sq mi

37.1yrs

Median Age

5% below US avg

1.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%

Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Stanberry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.5%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.5%
	89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stanberry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stanberry is $63,958, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,445 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower 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 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 11.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Stanberry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,958
	15% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$31,445

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.1%
	14% below US avg
Poverty Rate	10.1%
	19% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.6 min
Drive Alone	69.7%
Public Transit	6.7%
Work from Home	11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Stanberry is $99,600, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $87,641, lower than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $792 (32% 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 560 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. 14.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$99,600
	65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$87,641

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$792
	32% below US avg
Rent Burden	14.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	62.4%
Housing Units	560
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

In Stanberry, 40.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 33.5% have high blood pressure. 20.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.4% report binge drinking. 32.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.3% experience frequent mental distress. 10.2% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.9%
	27% above US avg
Diabetes	10.7%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	33.5%
Asthma	11.2%
COPD	8.7%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.2%
	44% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.4%
Physical Inactivity	32.0%
Depression	26.7%
Mental Distress	20.3%
Physical Distress	15.3%
Short Sleep	38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.5%
Uninsured	10.2%
	19% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.8%
Dental Visits	55.8%

Food & Exercise

Stanberry experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 271 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 35.7 inches. The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 906 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	51.8°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-5°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	35.7 inches
	6% below US avg
Snowfall	3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	906 ft (276 m)
Area	1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density	850/sq mi
Coordinates	40.2136°N, 94.5425°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	24°F (-5°C)	0.9 in	Coldest, Driest
February	30°F (-1°C)	1.0 in
March	41°F (5°C)	2.5 in
April	52°F (11°C)	3.2 in
May	63°F (17°C)	4.5 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	4.2 in
July	77°F (25°C)	4.5 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	4.2 in
September	66°F (19°C)	4.5 in
October	54°F (12°C)	2.8 in
November	40°F (4°C)	2.2 in
December	28°F (-2°C)	1.3 in

Stanberry has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 24°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (0.9").

21.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 36% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. 5.2% 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. 81.4% of households have broadband internet access. 69.7% of workers drive alone to work, while 6.7% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	21.6%
	36% below US avg
High School+	91.8%
Graduate Degree+	5.2%
School Test Score	5.51

C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	850/sq mi
Total Area	1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	81.4%
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.6 min
Drive Alone	69.7%
Public Transit	6.7%
Work from Home	11.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Stanberry

What is the population of Stanberry?

Stanberry has a population of 1,190 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 850 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.1 years. The population is 53.7% female and 46.3% male.

Is Stanberry expensive to live in?

Stanberry 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 $63,958, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $99,600 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Stanberry?

Stanberry has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.7 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Stanberry?

Stanberry has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 11.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Stanberry?

The median home value in Stanberry is $99,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $87,641. For renters, the median monthly rent is $792. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Stanberry?

Schools in Stanberry score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.6% of adults in Stanberry hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Stanberry?

The obesity rate in Stanberry is 40.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.2% of adults are smokers. 32.0% are physically inactive. 26.7% of residents report depression. 10.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Stanberry?

The average commute in Stanberry is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 69.7% of workers drive alone to work, 6.7% use public transit, and 11.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Stanberry?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Stanberry is 97.9% White, 1.1% Black or African American. 98.5% of residents speak only English at home. 5.5% of the population are military veterans. 15.0% of residents have a disability. 86.5% have health insurance coverage.

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