Tipton, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $45,370

40% lower than US avg

Home Value $119,900

57% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 61/100K

84% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.7%

77% lower than US avg

Median Rent $768

34% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.3%

29% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.5%

86% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.1%

2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,680

Median Age38.2 yrs

Density1,282/mi²

Male / Female67% / 33%

Largest GroupWhite 86%

Veterans8.4%

Economy

B+

Median Income$45,370

Per Capita$14,318

Unemployment0.5%

Poverty12.1%

Commute30 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$119,900

Rent$768

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$187,945

Housing Units767

Rent Burden24.9%

Crime

Violent61/100K

Property878/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault61/100K

Burglary61/100K

Health

Obesity41.3%

Uninsured11.0%

Smoking20.7%

Depression24.4%

Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain40.0 in/yr

Sunny Days263/yr

Elevation922 ft (281 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.7%

High School+87.9%

Graduate+2.1%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute30 min

Broadband78.4%

Is Tipton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tipton receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tipton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tipton is $45,370, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tipton is $119,900, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $768 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Tipton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 61 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 878 per 100,000, 55% below the national average.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Tipton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 5.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Tipton has a population of 2,680 with a density of 1,282 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 33.3% female and 66.7% male. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 11.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.5% of residents. 8.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,680

Total Population

1,282

People / sq mi

38.2yrs

Median Age

2% below US avg

2.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.7%

Female 33.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Tipton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.5%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.5%
	89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tipton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tipton is $45,370, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $14,318 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 8.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Tipton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$45,370
	40% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$14,318

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.5%
	86% below US avg
Poverty Rate	12.1%
	2% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.7 min
Drive Alone	82.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Tipton is $119,900, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,945, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $768 (34% 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 767 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. 24.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$119,900
	57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$187,945
Median List Price	$145,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$145,000
$/Sq Ft	$106
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	40.0%
Inventory	10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$768
	34% below US avg
Rent Burden	24.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	63.0%
Housing Units	767
Median Year Built	1974

Property Tax

In Tipton, 41.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.6% of residents. 35.7% have high blood pressure. 20.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.4% report binge drinking. 31.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 24.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.3% experience frequent mental distress. 11.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.3%
	29% above US avg
Diabetes	11.4%
Heart Disease	6.6%
High Blood Pressure	35.7%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	8.4%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.7%
	48% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.4%
Physical Inactivity	31.4%
Depression	24.4%
Mental Distress	19.3%
Physical Distress	15.0%
Short Sleep	39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.3%
Uninsured	11.0%
	28% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.6%
Dental Visits	54.3%

Food & Exercise

Tipton has a violent crime rate of 61 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 60.6 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 878 per 100,000, 55% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 636, burglary at 61, vehicle theft at 182 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Tipton receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	60.6/100K
	84% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	60.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	878.0/100K
	55% below US avg
Burglary	60.6/100K
Theft	635.8/100K
Vehicle Theft	181.7/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Tipton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 263 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 40.0 inches. The area receives 5.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 922 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	54.5°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	28°F (-2°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.0 inches
	5% above US avg
Snowfall	5.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	922 ft (281 m)
Area	2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density	1,282/sq mi
Coordinates	38.6570°N, 92.7796°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	28°F (-2°C)	1.4 in	Coldest, Driest
February	34°F (1°C)	1.7 in
March	44°F (7°C)	3.3 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.8 in
May	64°F (18°C)	5.1 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.4 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.5 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.5 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.3 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.7 in
November	44°F (7°C)	3.0 in
December	33°F (1°C)	2.4 in

Tipton has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 28°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (1.4").

7.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. 2.1% 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. 78.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 82.6% 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+	7.7%
	77% below US avg
High School+	87.9%
Graduate Degree+	2.1%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,282/sq mi
Total Area	2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	78.4%
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.7 min
Drive Alone	82.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.8%

Frequently Asked Questions About Tipton

What is the population of Tipton?

Tipton has a population of 2,680 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,282 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.2 years. The population is 33.3% female and 66.7% male.

Is Tipton expensive to live in?

Tipton 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 $45,370, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $119,900 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $768 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Tipton safe?

Tipton is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 61 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 878 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Tipton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Tipton?

Tipton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches, with 5.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Tipton?

The job market in Tipton is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 8.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Tipton?

The median home value in Tipton is $119,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,945. For renters, the median monthly rent is $768. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Tipton?

Schools in Tipton score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 7.7% of adults in Tipton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Tipton?

The obesity rate in Tipton is 41.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.7% of adults are smokers. 31.4% are physically inactive. 24.4% of residents report depression. 11.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Tipton?

The average commute in Tipton is 30 minutes. 82.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Tipton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Tipton is 86.3% White, 11.8% Black or African American. 98.5% of residents speak only English at home. 8.4% of the population are military veterans. 16.7% of residents have a disability. 86.3% have health insurance coverage.

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