Sundown, MO — City Data & Statistics

Home Value $193,400

31% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.8%

77% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.7%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 61.8%

398% higher than US avg

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

People

Population190

Median Age41.8 yrs

Density130/mi²

Male / Female31% / 69%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans7.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$13,658

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty61.8%

Commute78 min

Housing

Home Value$193,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units77

Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity36.7%

Uninsured10.0%

Smoking24.0%

Depression20.0%

Heart Disease10.1%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain42.5 in/yr

Sunny Days259/yr

Elevation761 ft (232 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.8%

High School+89.3%

Graduate+7.8%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute78 min

Broadband58.0%

Is Sundown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sundown receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Sundown faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 61.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 78 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sundown is $193,400, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Sundown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sundown has a population of 190 with a density of 130 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 68.9% female and 31.1% male. The city is predominantly White (97.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 7.0% of the population are veterans. 15.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

190

Total Population

130

People / sq mi

41.8yrs

Median Age

7% above US avg

1.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.1%

Female 68.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sundown 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

Sundown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sundown is N/A. Per capita income is $13,658 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 61.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 78 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sundown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$13,658

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	61.8%
	398% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	77.9 min
Drive Alone	43.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sundown is $193,400, 31% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 77 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$193,400
	31% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	77
Median Year Built	1971

Property Tax

In Sundown, 36.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 10.1% of residents, above the national average. 37.2% have high blood pressure. 24.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.8% report binge drinking. 32.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.0% report depression. 15.7% experience frequent mental distress. 10.0% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.7%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	14.5%
Heart Disease	10.1%
High Blood Pressure	37.2%
Asthma	8.1%
COPD	11.9%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	24.0%
	71% above US avg
Binge Drinking	11.8%
Physical Inactivity	32.0%
Depression	20.0%
Mental Distress	15.7%
Physical Distress	16.2%
Short Sleep	30.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.3%
Uninsured	10.0%
	16% above US avg
Checkup Rate	59.7%
Dental Visits	36.9%

Food & Exercise

Sundown enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. The area receives 2.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 761 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	57.2°F
	6% above US avg
January Average	34°F (1°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	42.5 inches
	12% above US avg
Snowfall	2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	761 ft (232 m)
Area	1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density	130/sq mi
Coordinates	36.5665°N, 92.6368°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	34°F (1°C)	2.1 in	Coldest, Driest
February	39°F (4°C)	2.6 in
March	48°F (9°C)	4.1 in
April	57°F (14°C)	4.0 in
May	65°F (19°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.0 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.0 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.4 in
September	70°F (21°C)	3.9 in
October	59°F (15°C)	3.4 in
November	47°F (9°C)	4.0 in
December	38°F (3°C)	3.5 in

Sundown has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 34°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (2.1").

7.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. 7.8% 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. 58.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 43.4% 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+	7.8%
	77% below US avg
High School+	89.3%
Graduate Degree+	7.8%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	130/sq mi
Total Area	1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	58.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	77.9 min
Drive Alone	43.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Sundown

What is the population of Sundown?

Sundown has a population of 190 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 130 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 68.9% female and 31.1% male.

Is Sundown expensive to live in?

Sundown is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median home value is $193,400 (31% below the U.S. median).

What is the weather like in Sundown?

Sundown enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.5 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Sundown?

The job market in Sundown is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 78 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sundown?

The median home value in Sundown is $193,400.

How are the schools in Sundown?

Schools in Sundown score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 7.8% of adults in Sundown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sundown?

The obesity rate in Sundown is 36.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 24.0% of adults are smokers. 32.0% are physically inactive. 20.0% of residents report depression. 10.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Sundown?

The average commute in Sundown is 78 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 43.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sundown?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sundown is 97.9% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 7.0% of the population are military veterans. 15.7% of residents have a disability. 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

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