Tarsney Lakes, MO

Missouri

Tarsney Lakes is a small town in Missouri with a population of 275.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
275 Population 887/sq mi density
$528 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $528
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.6%
179% higher than US avg

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

People

Population275
Median Age55.3 yrs
Density887/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,271
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty34.6%
Commute50 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$528
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+88.4%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute50 min
Broadband56.1%

Is Tarsney Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tarsney Lakes receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Tarsney Lakes 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 34.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $528 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

5.4% 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.

Tarsney Lakes has a population of 275 with a density of 887 people per square mile. The median age is 55.3 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.7%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

275
Total Population
887
People / sq mi
55.3yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.7%
Female 31.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Tarsney Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tarsney Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tarsney Lakes is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.

Income: Tarsney Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,271

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.6%
179% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.6 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.3%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $528 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$528
55% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.2%

Property Tax

In Tarsney Lakes, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Tarsney Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Checkup Rate74.5%

Food & Exercise

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 56.1% 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+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+88.4%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density887/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.6 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.3%

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