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Vanduser, MO

Missouri

Vanduser is a small town in Missouri with a population of 182. Residents earn $42,083 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
182 Population 1,400/sq mi density
$42,083 Median Income $17,076 per capita
$66,100 Home Value
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$42,083 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$66,100 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,083
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $66,100
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density1,400/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,083
Per Capita$17,076
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty16.3%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$66,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units79
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking19.7%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation318 ft (97 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+65.7%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Broadband63.0%

Is Vanduser a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vanduser receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Vanduser offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vanduser is $42,083, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vanduser is $66,100, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Vanduser has a population of 182 with a density of 1,400 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.7%), with 6.6% Hispanic.

Population

182
Total Population
1,400
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%
Female 41.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Vanduser vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Vanduser vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vanduser is $42,083, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Vanduser vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,083
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Vanduser is $66,100, 77% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$66,100
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.8%
Housing Units79
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

In Vanduser, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 19.7% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 32.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.7%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity32.9%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.0%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits59.3%

Food & Exercise

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 63.0% 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+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+65.7%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,400/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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