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White Oak, MO

Missouri

White Oak is a small town in Missouri with a population of 90.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
90 Population 692/sq mi density
59°F Avg Temperature 247 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 60.0%
384% higher than US avg

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

People

Population90
Median Age2.0 yrs
Density692/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 24%
Veterans34.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty60.0%
Commute75 min

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking21.5%
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation266 ft (81 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+64.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute75 min
Broadband20.0%

Is White Oak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White Oak receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. White Oak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 60.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 75 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 64.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

White Oak enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

White Oak has a population of 90 with a density of 692 people per square mile. The median age is 2.0 years, 95% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (75.6%), with 24.4% White.

Population

90
Total Population
692
People / sq mi
2.0yrs
Median Age
95% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60%
Female 40%

Race & Ethnicity

White Oak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

White Oak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White Oak is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 60.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 75 minutes.

Income: White Oak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate60.0%
384% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time75.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In White Oak, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 21.5% are current smokers. 29.6% report depression. 35.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: White Oak vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD9.0%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.5%
54% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity35.1%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Checkup Rate67.4%
Dental Visits42.4%

Food & Exercise

White Oak has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.3 inches. The area enjoys 247 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.3 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density692/sq mi
Coordinates36.3303°N, 90.0279°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 20.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+64.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density692/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute75.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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