Velda City, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Velda City, MO
At a Glance
How Velda City Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Velda City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Velda City a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Velda City residents earn a median household income of $43,125 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,151. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Velda City is $50,900 , 82% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $63,627. Median rent is $1,187/month, with 34.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1948.
Education
14.2% of adults in Velda City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 90.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Velda City has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches.