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Warrensburg, MO

Missouri

Warrensburg is a small city in Missouri with a population of 19,437. Residents earn $57,232 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
19,437 Population 2,066/sq mi density
$57,232 Median Income $30,786 per capita
$216,900 Home Value $264,226 Zillow
$887 Median Rent 31.2% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
233 Violent Crime/100K 3,195 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$57,232 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$216,900 home value, $887/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
233 violent crimes/100K (39% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,232
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $216,900
23% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 233/100K
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.9%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $887
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population19,437
Median Age24.8 yrs
Density2,066/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,232
Per Capita$30,786
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty6.8%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$216,900
Rent$887
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$264,226
Housing Units7,988
Rent Burden31.2%

Crime

F
Violent233/100K
Property3,195/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault129/100K
Burglary708/100K

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking17.3%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation863 ft (263 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.9%
High School+93.9%
Graduate+17.3%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute20 min
Broadband90.4%
EV Stations9

Is Warrensburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Warrensburg receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Warrensburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Warrensburg is $57,232, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Warrensburg is $216,900, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $887 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Warrensburg is below the national average at 233 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,195 per 100,000, 63% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Warrensburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Warrensburg has a population of 19,437 with a density of 2,066 people per square mile. The median age is 24.8 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.2%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 5.4% Black.

Population

19,437
Total Population
2,066
People / sq mi
24.8yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
9.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Warrensburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Warrensburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Warrensburg is $57,232, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Warrensburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,232
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,786

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Warrensburg is $216,900, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $887 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $264,226.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$216,900
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$264,226
Median List Price$267,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$267,000
$/Sq Ft$161
Homes Sold32
Sale-to-List Ratio97.9%
Price Drops24.3%
Inventory70

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$887
24% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,066
Rent Burden31.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.4%
Housing Units7,988
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

In Warrensburg, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits58.4%

Food & Exercise

Warrensburg has a violent crime rate of 233 per 100,000 residents, 39% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,195 per 100,000 (63% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent232.8/100K
39% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape54.5/100K
Robbery49.5/100K
Assault128.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,194.7/100K
63% above US avg
Burglary708.3/100K
Theft2,184.3/100K
Vehicle Theft302.1/100K
Arson14.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Warrensburg has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 263 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall5.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation863 ft (263 m)
Area9.4 sq mi (24.4 km²)
Population Density2,066/sq mi
Coordinates38.7628°N, 93.7361°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
35.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 90.4% 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+35.9%
7% above US avg
High School+93.9%
Graduate Degree+17.3%
School Test Score5.51
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,066/sq mi
Total Area9.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.4%
EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations11

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home3.1%

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