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Wilson City, MO

Missouri

Wilson City is a small town in Missouri with a population of 91.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
91 Population 1,138/sq mi density
$64,700 Home Value
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $64,700
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.7%
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 51.2%
60% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.6%
66% higher than US avg

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

People

Population91
Median Age54.7 yrs
Density1,138/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans74.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,336
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty20.6%
Commute34 min

Housing

Home Value$64,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units60
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity51.2%
Uninsured13.6%
Smoking19.5%
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation315 ft (96 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.7%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+9.3%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute34 min
Broadband54.0%

Is Wilson City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilson City receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Wilson City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilson City is $64,700, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Wilson City has a population of 91 with a density of 1,138 people per square mile. The median age is 54.7 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (64.8%), with 25.3% Hispanic.

Population

91
Total Population
1,138
People / sq mi
54.7yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilson City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wilson City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilson City is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Wilson City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$28,336

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.6%
66% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilson City is $64,700, 77% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$64,700
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.2%
Housing Units60
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

In Wilson City, 51.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.6% of residents lack health insurance. 19.5% are current smokers. 17.9% report depression. 39.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wilson City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity51.2%
60% above US avg
Diabetes16.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure45.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.2%
Cancer4.3%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.2%
Physical Inactivity39.6%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep49.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured13.6%
58% above US avg
Checkup Rate80.2%
Dental Visits52.0%

Food & Exercise

25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 54.0% 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+25.7%
24% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+9.3%
School Test Score5.51
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,138/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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