Median Income
$65,176
13% lower than US avg
Home Value
$146,200
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,040
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.1%
27% lower than US avg
How Warrensburg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,285
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density486/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
A
Median Income$65,176
Per Capita$36,035
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$6,768M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$146,200
Rent$1,040
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$241,961
Health
Obesity32.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Elevation805 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+82.2%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute20 min
EV Stations1
Libraries10
Is Warrensburg a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Warrensburg receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. 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 $65,176, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Warrensburg is $146,200, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,040 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Warrensburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Warrensburg has a population of 3,285 with a density of 486 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 1.9% Hispanic.
Population
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Warrensburg vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.8% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.2% |
| 76% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Warrensburg vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Warrensburg is $65,176, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income: Warrensburg vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,176 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,035 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,146 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,418 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.1% |
| 27% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,417 |
| County GDP | $6,768M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 392 |
| Healthcare | 274 |
| Retail | 384 |
| Manufacturing | 76 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,522 |
| 143% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.83% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.0 min |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |
The median home value in Warrensburg is $146,200, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,040 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,961.
Home Values
| Census Median | $146,200 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $241,961 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,040 |
| 11% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,522 |
| 143% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.83% |
In Warrensburg, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Warrensburg vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.3% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.0% |
| Depression | 23.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,391/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 274 |
Crime Rates: Warrensburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
Safety Score
Warrensburg has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.7°F |
| 15% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.2 inches |
| 1% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 805 ft (245 m) |
| Area | 6.8 sq mi (17.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 486/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.5109°N, 73.7698°W |
| County FIPS | 36113 |