Verona, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $43,295

42% lower than US avg

Home Value $85,200

70% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 334/100K

12% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 3.8%

89% lower than US avg

Median Rent $906

22% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.6%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 8.0%

122% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 16.8%

35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population443

Median Age39.2 yrs

Density509/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 60%

Veterans6.6%

Economy

Median Income$43,295

Per Capita$19,865

Unemployment8.0%

Poverty16.8%

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$85,200

Rent$906

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$251,425

Housing Units213

Rent Burden29.6%

Crime

Violent334/100K

Property1,839/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault334/100K

Burglary502/100K

Health

Obesity40.6%

Uninsured18.5%

Smoking18.8%

Depression24.6%

Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain43.4 in/yr

Sunny Days257/yr

Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)

Education

Bachelor's+3.8%

High School+60.4%

Graduate+0.7%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute24 min

Broadband76.0%

Is Verona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Verona receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Verona has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Verona is $43,295, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Verona is $85,200, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $906 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Verona is below the national average at 334 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,839 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Verona enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Verona has a population of 443 with a density of 509 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.9% female and 52.1% male. The city is predominantly White (59.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 75.5% of residents, while 24.5% speak Spanish. 6.6% of the population are veterans. 18.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 91.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

443

Total Population

509

People / sq mi

39.2yrs

Median Age

1% above US avg

0.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%

Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Verona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	75.5%
	4% below US avg
Spanish	24.5%
	83% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Verona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Verona is $43,295, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,865 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 24 minutes. 8.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Verona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$43,295
	42% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$19,865

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	8.0%
	122% above US avg
Poverty Rate	16.8%
	35% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.7 min
Drive Alone	74.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Verona is $85,200, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,425, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $906 (22% 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 213 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1961. 29.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$85,200
	70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$251,425

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$906
	22% below US avg
Rent Burden	29.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	77.2%
Housing Units	213
Median Year Built	1961

Property Tax

In Verona, 40.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 33.7% have high blood pressure. 18.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.6% report binge drinking. 36.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 24.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.1% experience frequent mental distress. 18.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.6%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	12.4%
Heart Disease	6.5%
High Blood Pressure	33.7%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	8.3%
Cancer	6.7%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.8%
	34% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.6%
Physical Inactivity	36.6%
Depression	24.6%
Mental Distress	19.1%
Physical Distress	16.3%
Short Sleep	40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.8%
Uninsured	18.5%
	115% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.2%
Dental Visits	52.8%

Food & Exercise

Verona has a violent crime rate of 334 per 100,000 residents, 12% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 334.5 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,839 per 100,000, 6% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,338, burglary at 502, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Verona receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Verona vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	334.5/100K
	12% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	334.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,839.5/100K
	6% below US avg
Burglary	501.7/100K
Theft	1,337.8/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Verona enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The area receives 1.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,280 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	55.5°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	31°F (-0°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	43.4 inches
	14% above US avg
Snowfall	1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,280 ft (390 m)
Area	0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density	509/sq mi
Coordinates	36.9639°N, 93.7958°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	31°F (-0°C)	1.8 in	Coldest, Driest
February	37°F (3°C)	2.1 in
March	46°F (8°C)	3.9 in
April	55°F (13°C)	4.2 in
May	63°F (17°C)	4.7 in
June	72°F (22°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
July	77°F (25°C)	3.2 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.7 in
September	69°F (20°C)	4.6 in
October	58°F (14°C)	3.7 in
November	46°F (8°C)	3.7 in
December	36°F (2°C)	3.0 in

Verona has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 31°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (1.8").

3.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 89% below the national average of 33.7%. 60.4% have completed high school. 0.7% 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. 76.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 74.8% 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+	3.8%
	89% below US avg
High School+	60.4%
Graduate Degree+	0.7%
School Test Score	5.51

F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	509/sq mi
Total Area	0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	76.0%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.7 min
Drive Alone	74.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.8%

Frequently Asked Questions About Verona

What is the population of Verona?

Verona has a population of 443 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 509 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.2 years. The population is 47.9% female and 52.1% male.

Is Verona expensive to live in?

Verona 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 $43,295, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $85,200 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $906 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Verona safe?

Verona is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 334 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,839 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Verona receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Verona?

Verona enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches, with 1.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Verona?

The job market in Verona faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 8.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Verona?

The median home value in Verona is $85,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,425. For renters, the median monthly rent is $906. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Verona?

Schools in Verona score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 3.8% of adults in Verona hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.4% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Verona?

The obesity rate in Verona is 40.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.8% of adults are smokers. 36.6% are physically inactive. 24.6% of residents report depression. 18.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Verona?

The average commute in Verona is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 74.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Verona?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Verona is 59.8% White, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 75.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 24.5% speak Spanish. 6.6% of the population are military veterans. 18.0% of residents have a disability. 91.8% have health insurance coverage.

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