At a Glance
Median Income
$97,946
$37,830 per capita
Bachelor's Degree+
19.4%
92.5% high school+
Unemployment
0.0%
0.0% poverty rate
Obesity Rate
37.8%
19.9% smoking rate
How Tightwad Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Tightwad's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Thin vertical line = U.S. national average (100%)
Is Tightwad a Good Place to Live?
B+
3.8 / 5.0 - Good
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.
Economy & Jobs
Tightwad residents earn a median household income of $97,946 , which is 30% above the national average of $75,149.
Per capita income is $37,830. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Education
19.4% of adults in Tightwad hold a bachelor's degree or higher
(42% below the national average).
92.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Tightwad has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C).
Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches.
Data Overview
People
Population79
Median Age62.5 yrs
Density79/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Foreign Born0.0%
Veterans24.3%
Economy
A+
Median Income$97,946
Per Capita$37,830
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
Housing
Home Value
Rent
Ownership78.4%
Zillow$235,220
Housing Units39
Rent Burden27.9%
Health
Obesity37.8%
Diabetes10.6%
Smoking19.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation873 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.4%
High School+92.5%
Graduate+12.3%
School Score5.5/10
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute35 min
Broadband89.2%
EV Stations2
Did You Know?
The median home in Tightwad was built in 1991.
The nearest airport is Sedalia Regional (34 miles).
24.1% of the population has a disability.