Theodosia, MO

Missouri

Theodosia is a small town in Missouri with a population of 138. Residents earn $35,375 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
138 Population 101/sq mi density
$35,375 Median Income $25,564 per capita
$113,800 Home Value
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$35,375 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$113,800 home value
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,375
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,800
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.5%
96% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population138
Median Age63.1 yrs
Density101/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans17.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$35,375
Per Capita$25,564
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty4.2%
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units199

Health

Obesity41.3%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking21.6%
Depression30.2%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation896 ft (273 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.5%
High School+71.4%
Graduate+0.8%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute13 min
Broadband89.0%

Is Theodosia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Theodosia receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Theodosia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Theodosia is $35,375, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Theodosia is $113,800, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

1.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Theodosia has a population of 138 with a density of 101 people per square mile. The median age is 63.1 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 11.6% Hispanic.

Population

138
Total Population
101
People / sq mi
63.1yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Theodosia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Theodosia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Theodosia is $35,375, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Theodosia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,375
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.9 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Theodosia is $113,800, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,800
60% 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-Occupied95.5%
Housing Units199
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

In Theodosia, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 21.6% are current smokers. 30.2% report depression. 32.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma12.1%
COPD9.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.6%
54% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity32.8%
Depression30.2%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress16.6%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits52.9%

Food & Exercise

1.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 89.0% 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+1.5%
96% below US avg
High School+71.4%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density101/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.9 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

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