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Warrenton, MO

Missouri

Warrenton is a small city in Missouri with a population of 8,870. Residents earn $64,400 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
8,870 Population 980/sq mi density
$64,400 Median Income $26,290 per capita
$193,100 Home Value $294,935 Zillow
$878 Median Rent 25.9% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 268 sunny days/yr
632 Violent Crime/100K 5,538 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$64,400 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$193,100 home value, $878/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
632 violent crimes/100K (66% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,400
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $193,100
32% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 632/100K
66% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $878
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,870
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density980/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,400
Per Capita$26,290
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty6.8%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$193,100
Rent$878
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$294,935
Housing Units3,317
Rent Burden25.9%

Crime

F
Violent632/100K
Property5,538/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault496/100K
Burglary421/100K

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured10.4%
Smoking19.6%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation883 ft (269 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+89.0%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband87.1%
EV Stations5

Is Warrenton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Warrenton receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Warrenton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Warrenton is $64,400, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, 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 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Warrenton is $193,100, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $878 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 632 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,538 per 100,000, 183% above the national average.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Warrenton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Warrenton has a population of 8,870 with a density of 980 people per square mile, spread across 9.1 square miles. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.4% female and 43.6% male. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 2% Hispanic, 1.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.9% of residents. 6.3% of the population are veterans. 19.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,870
Total Population
980
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
9.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Warrenton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Warrenton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Warrenton is $64,400, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,290 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower 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 28 minutes. 8.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Warrenton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,400
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,290

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% 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 Time27.6 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Warrenton is $193,100, 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,935, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 101% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $878 (25% 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 3,317 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1998. 25.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$193,100
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$294,935
Median List Price$232,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$232,500
$/Sq Ft$149
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio101.0%
Price Drops17.4%
Inventory23

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$878
25% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,061
Rent Burden25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.1%
Housing Units3,317
Median Year Built1998

Property Tax

In Warrenton, 40.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 34.4% have high blood pressure. 19.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.6% report binge drinking. 32.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.4% experience frequent mental distress. 10.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.6%
40% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity32.5%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Uninsured10.4%
21% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits53.8%

Food & Exercise

Warrenton has a violent crime rate of 632 per 100,000 residents, 66% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 495.5 per 100,000, robbery at 37.2, rape at 99.1. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 5,538 per 100,000, 183% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 4,968, burglary at 421, vehicle theft at 149 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Warrenton receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent631.8/100K
66% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape99.1/100K
Robbery37.2/100K
Assault495.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,537.7/100K
183% above US avg
Burglary421.2/100K
Theft4,967.8/100K
Vehicle Theft148.7/100K
Arson37.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Warrenton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 268 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches. The area receives 6.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 883 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall6.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation883 ft (269 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.4 km²)
Population Density980/sq mi
Coordinates38.8114°N, 91.1415°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 33°F (1°C) 1.9 in
March 44°F (7°C) 3.2 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.8 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.4 in Wettest
June 72°F (22°C) 3.8 in
July 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.1 in
September 68°F (20°C) 3.3 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.9 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in
December 33°F (1°C) 2.5 in

Warrenton has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 28°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.4") and January the driest (1.7").

14.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 56% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. 3.2% 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. 87.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. 84.6% 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+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+89.0%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density980/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.1%
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations6

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Warrenton

What is the population of Warrenton?

Warrenton has a population of 8,870 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 980 people per square mile, spread across 9.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56.4% female and 43.6% male.

Is Warrenton expensive to live in?

Warrenton 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 $64,400, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $193,100 (32% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $878 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Warrenton safe?

Public safety is a concern in Warrenton, with a violent crime rate of 632 per 100,000 — significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,538 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Warrenton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Warrenton?

Warrenton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.7 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Warrenton?

Warrenton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 8.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Warrenton?

The median home value in Warrenton is $193,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,935. For renters, the median monthly rent is $878. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Warrenton?

Schools in Warrenton score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 14.8% of adults in Warrenton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Warrenton?

The obesity rate in Warrenton is 40.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.6% of adults are smokers. 32.5% are physically inactive. 27.1% of residents report depression. 10.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Warrenton?

The average commute in Warrenton is 28 minutes. 84.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Warrenton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Warrenton is 88.5% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 2% Hispanic or Latino. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home. 6.3% of the population are military veterans. 19.6% of residents have a disability. 90.7% have health insurance coverage.

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