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Taos, MO

Missouri

Taos is a small town in Missouri with a population of 1,334. Residents earn $103,594 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,334 Population 207/sq mi density
$103,594 Median Income $41,650 per capita
$256,000 Home Value $278,832 Zillow
$425 Median Rent 16.1% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$103,594 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$256,000 home value, $425/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,594
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $256,000
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.7%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $425
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,334
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density207/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,594
Per Capita$41,650
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty1.1%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$256,000
Rent$425
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$278,832
Housing Units497
Rent Burden16.1%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking15.4%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation738 ft (225 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.7%
High School+95.4%
Graduate+9.6%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Broadband88.3%

Is Taos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taos receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Taos stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taos is $103,594, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Taos among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Taos is $256,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $425 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Taos experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches, including 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Taos has a population of 1,334 with a density of 207 people per square mile, spread across 6.4 square miles. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. The city is predominantly White (96.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.2% of residents. 7.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.3% of residents have a disability. 96.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,334
Total Population
207
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
6.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Taos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Taos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taos is $103,594, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,650. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% 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 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Taos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,594
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,650

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Taos is $256,000, 9% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,832. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $425 (63% 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 497 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1981. 16.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$256,000
9% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$278,832

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$210
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$425
63% below US avg
Rent Burden16.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.7%
Housing Units497
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

In Taos, 34.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 30.7% have high blood pressure. 15.4% are current smokers. 20.2% report binge drinking. 26.3% are physically inactive. 25.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.6% experience frequent mental distress. 8.5% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits65.9%

Food & Exercise

Taos experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.8 inches. The area receives 6.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 738 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall6.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation738 ft (225 m)
Area6.4 sq mi (16.7 km²)
Population Density207/sq mi
Coordinates38.5064°N, 92.0710°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 35°F (1°C) 2.0 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in
May 64°F (18°C) 5.0 in Wettest
June 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in
July 78°F (26°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 76°F (25°C) 3.5 in
September 68°F (20°C) 3.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.4 in
December 33°F (1°C) 2.6 in

Taos has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 29°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (1.6").

27.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 18% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. 9.6% 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. 88.3% of households have broadband internet access. 85.9% 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+27.7%
18% below US avg
High School+95.4%
Graduate Degree+9.6%
School Test Score5.51
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density207/sq mi
Total Area6.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Taos

What is the population of Taos?

Taos has a population of 1,334 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 207 people per square mile, spread across 6.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Taos expensive to live in?

Taos 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 $103,594, 38% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $256,000 (9% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $425 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Taos?

Taos has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches, with 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Taos?

The job market in Taos is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 4.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Taos?

The median home value in Taos is $256,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,832. For renters, the median monthly rent is $425. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Taos?

Schools in Taos score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 27.7% of adults in Taos hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. 9.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Taos?

The obesity rate in Taos is 34.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.4% of adults are smokers. 26.3% are physically inactive. 25.9% of residents report depression. 8.5% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Taos?

The average commute in Taos is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Taos?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Taos is 96.2% White. 98.2% of residents speak only English at home. 7.3% of the population are military veterans. 11.3% of residents have a disability. 96.9% have health insurance coverage.

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