Stanton, MO

Missouri

Stanton is a small town in Missouri with a population of 307.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
307 Population 94/sq mi density
$167,500 Home Value
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $167,500
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population307
Median Age47.7 yrs
Density94/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.2%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$37,675
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
Commute19 min

Housing

Home Value$167,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+88.4%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Broadband67.2%

Is Stanton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stanton receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Stanton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stanton is $167,500, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% 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.

Stanton has a population of 307 with a density of 94 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

307
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
47.7yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Stanton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stanton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stanton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Stanton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$37,675

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Drive Alone66.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Stanton is $167,500, 41% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$167,500
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

In Stanton, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.0%

Food & Exercise

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 67.2% 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+21.6%
36% below US avg
High School+88.4%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density94/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Drive Alone66.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

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