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Sweet Springs, MO

Missouri

Sweet Springs is a small town in Missouri with a population of 1,299. Residents earn $46,111 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,299 Population 783/sq mi density
$46,111 Median Income $27,176 per capita
$92,000 Home Value $175,605 Zillow
$717 Median Rent 25.4% income on rent
68 Violent Crime/100K 1,090 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$46,111 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,000 home value, $717/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
68 violent crimes/100K (82% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,111
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,000
67% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 68/100K
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $717
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,299
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density783/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,111
Per Capita$27,176
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty16.9%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,000
Rent$717
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,605
Housing Units541
Rent Burden25.4%

Crime

F
Violent68/100K
Property1,090/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault68/100K
Burglary272/100K

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking18.5%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation719 ft (219 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+87.6%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute24 min
Broadband83.2%
EV Stations3

Is Sweet Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sweet Springs receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sweet Springs has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sweet Springs is $46,111, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sweet Springs is $92,000, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $717 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Sweet Springs is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 68 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,090 per 100,000, 44% below the national average.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sweet Springs has a population of 1,299 with a density of 783 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

1,299
Total Population
783
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sweet Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sweet Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sweet Springs is $46,111, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Sweet Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,111
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,176

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sweet Springs is $92,000, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $717 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,605.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,000
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$175,605

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$717
38% below US avg
Rent Burden25.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.4%
Housing Units541
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

In Sweet Springs, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sweet Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep41.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.7%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits55.8%

Food & Exercise

Sweet Springs has a violent crime rate of 68 per 100,000 residents, 82% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,090 per 100,000 (44% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Sweet Springs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent68.1/100K
82% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault68.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,089.9/100K
44% below US avg
Burglary272.5/100K
Theft749.3/100K
Vehicle Theft68.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 83.2% 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+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+87.6%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density783/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.2%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Nearby Cities

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