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Triplett, MO

Missouri

Triplett is a small town in Missouri with a population of 27.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
27 Population 117/sq mi density
$77,500 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $77,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population27
Median Age53.9 yrs
Density117/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans21.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,289
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.4%
Commute14 min

Housing

Home Value$77,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units14
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation663 ft (202 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+66.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute14 min
Broadband9.0%

Is Triplett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Triplett receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Triplett faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Triplett is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Triplett experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Triplett has a population of 27 with a density of 117 people per square mile. The median age is 53.9 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

27
Total Population
117
People / sq mi
53.9yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37%
Female 63%

Race & Ethnicity

Triplett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Triplett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Triplett is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Triplett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,289

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.1 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Triplett is $77,500, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,500
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units14
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Triplett has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 266 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall4.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density117/sq mi
Coordinates39.4981°N, 93.1938°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 9.0% 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+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+66.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density117/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.1 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.2%

Nearby Cities

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