Trimble, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $65,556

13% lower than US avg

Home Value $193,300

31% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.9%

59% lower than US avg

Median Rent $931

20% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.0%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.3%

64% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.1%

51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population661

Median Age39.5 yrs

Density1,102/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans6.3%

Economy

Median Income$65,556

Per Capita$32,437

Unemployment1.3%

Poverty6.1%

Commute33 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$193,300

Rent$931

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$363,480

Housing Units268

Rent Burden20.6%

Health

Obesity39.0%

Uninsured8.6%

Smoking16.4%

Depression26.1%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain37.6 in/yr

Sunny Days268/yr

Elevation958 ft (292 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.9%

High School+90.8%

Graduate+4.3%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute33 min

Broadband87.3%

Is Trimble a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trimble receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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 high obesity rates. Trimble offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trimble is $65,556, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trimble is $193,300, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $931 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Trimble experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Trimble has a population of 661 with a density of 1,102 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.7% female and 52.3% male. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 1.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.5% of residents, while 6.5% speak Spanish. 6.3% of the population are veterans. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 91.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

661

Total Population

1,102

People / sq mi

39.5yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

0.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%

Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Trimble vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	93.5%
	19% above US avg
Spanish	6.5%
	51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Trimble vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trimble is $65,556, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,437 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% 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 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 12.6% of workers work from home.

Income: Trimble vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$65,556
	13% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$32,437

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.3%
	64% below US avg
Poverty Rate	6.1%
	51% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	33.0 min
Drive Alone	73.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Trimble is $193,300, 31% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $363,480, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $931 (20% 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 268 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1980. 20.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$193,300
	31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$363,480

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$931
	20% below US avg
Rent Burden	20.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	66.5%
Housing Units	268
Median Year Built	1980

Property Tax

In Trimble, 39.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 32.5% have high blood pressure. 16.4% are current smokers. 18.4% report binge drinking. 28.0% are physically inactive. 26.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.6% experience frequent mental distress. 8.6% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.0%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	9.5%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	32.5%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	6.9%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.4%
	17% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.4%
Physical Inactivity	28.0%
Depression	26.1%
Mental Distress	18.6%
Physical Distress	13.5%
Short Sleep	35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.9%
Uninsured	8.6%
	0% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.6%
Dental Visits	63.8%

Food & Exercise

Trimble experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 268 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 37.6 inches. The area receives 3.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 958 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.6°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.6 inches
	1% below US avg
Snowfall	3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	958 ft (292 m)
Area	0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density	1,102/sq mi
Coordinates	39.4729°N, 94.5641°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	1.1 in	Coldest, Driest
February	32°F (0°C)	1.2 in
March	43°F (6°C)	2.5 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.4 in
May	64°F (18°C)	5.0 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.6 in
July	78°F (25°C)	4.1 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	3.8 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.8 in
October	56°F (13°C)	3.3 in
November	42°F (6°C)	2.2 in
December	31°F (-0°C)	1.6 in

Trimble has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 27°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (1.1").

13.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 59% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. 4.3% 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. 87.3% of households have broadband internet access. 73.9% 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+	13.9%
	59% below US avg
High School+	90.8%
Graduate Degree+	4.3%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,102/sq mi
Total Area	0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	87.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	33.0 min
Drive Alone	73.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.6%

Frequently Asked Questions About Trimble

What is the population of Trimble?

Trimble has a population of 661 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,102 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.5 years. The population is 47.7% female and 52.3% male.

Is Trimble expensive to live in?

Trimble 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 $65,556, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $193,300 (31% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $931 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Trimble?

Trimble has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Trimble?

The job market in Trimble is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 12.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Trimble?

The median home value in Trimble is $193,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $363,480. For renters, the median monthly rent is $931. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Trimble?

Schools in Trimble score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.9% of adults in Trimble hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Trimble?

The obesity rate in Trimble is 39.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.4% of adults are smokers. 28.0% are physically inactive. 26.1% of residents report depression. 8.6% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Trimble?

The average commute in Trimble is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 73.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Trimble?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Trimble is 87.7% White, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino. 93.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.5% speak Spanish. 6.3% of the population are military veterans. 17.7% of residents have a disability. 91.9% have health insurance coverage.

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