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Wortham, MO

Missouri

Wortham is a small town in Missouri with a population of 163.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
163 Population 183/sq mi density
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 17.6%
389% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.8%
132% higher than US avg

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

People

Population163
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density183/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans32.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$34,028
Unemployment17.6%
Poverty28.8%
Commute36 min

Health

Obesity41.5%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking23.4%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation928 ft (283 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+80.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute36 min
Broadband88.0%

Is Wortham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wortham receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Wortham has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 17.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 28.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.1% 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.

Wortham has a population of 163 with a density of 183 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

163
Total Population
183
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Wortham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wortham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wortham is N/A. The unemployment rate is 17.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Wortham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$34,028

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.6%
389% above US avg
Poverty Rate28.8%
132% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.8 min
Drive Alone15.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Wortham, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.3% of residents lack health insurance. 23.4% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 35.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD10.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.4%
67% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity35.3%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress17.1%
Short Sleep42.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits46.9%

Food & Exercise

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 88.0% 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+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+80.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density183/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.8 min
Drive Alone15.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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