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Utica, MO

Missouri

Utica is a small town in Missouri with a population of 199. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
199 Population 231/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $47,110 per capita
$98,600 Home Value $120,481 Zillow
53°F Avg Temperature 268 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,600 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,600
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population199
Median Age52.1 yrs
Density231/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans2.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$47,110
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty4.4%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$120,481
Housing Units113
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking16.9%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation774 ft (236 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband96.0%

Is Utica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Utica receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Utica offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Utica is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Utica is $98,600, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Utica experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 25°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 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Utica has a population of 199 with a density of 231 people per square mile. The median age is 52.1 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

199
Total Population
231
People / sq mi
52.1yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Utica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Utica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Utica is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Utica vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,110

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Utica is $98,600, 65% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,481.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,600
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$120,481

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-Occupied94.1%
Housing Units113
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

In Utica, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits60.3%

Food & Exercise

Utica has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. The area enjoys 268 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density231/sq mi
Coordinates39.7436°N, 93.6266°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 96.0% 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+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density231/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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