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Wyatt, MO

Missouri

Wyatt is a small town in Missouri with a population of 233. Residents earn $21,875 per year, which is 71% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
233 Population 199/sq mi density
$21,875 Median Income $13,846 per capita
$37,100 Home Value
$695 Median Rent 42.7% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 248 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.0 / 5.0
$21,875 median income, 15.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$37,100 home value, $695/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,875
71% lower than US avg
Home Value $37,100
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.5%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $695
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.3%
325% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 59.6%
381% higher than US avg

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

People

Population233
Median Age25.6 yrs
Density199/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans0.7%

Economy

F
Median Income$21,875
Per Capita$13,846
Unemployment15.3%
Poverty59.6%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$37,100
Rent$695
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units145
Rent Burden42.7%

Health

Obesity42.6%
Uninsured11.0%
Smoking20.7%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation318 ft (97 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.5%
High School+52.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband95.0%

Is Wyatt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wyatt receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Wyatt has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wyatt is $21,875, 71% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 59.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wyatt is $37,100, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $695 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 52.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Wyatt enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Wyatt has a population of 233 with a density of 199 people per square mile. The median age is 25.6 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.8%), with 6.4% Hispanic, 7.7% Black.

Population

233
Total Population
199
People / sq mi
25.6yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.4%
Female 35.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Wyatt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wyatt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wyatt is $21,875, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 59.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Wyatt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,875
71% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,846

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.3%
325% above US avg
Poverty Rate59.6%
381% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Wyatt is $37,100, 87% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $695 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$37,100
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$695
40% below US avg
Rent Burden42.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.0%
Housing Units145
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

In Wyatt, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.0% of residents lack health insurance. 20.7% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 34.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.7%
48% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity34.1%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep41.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.7%
Uninsured11.0%
28% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits49.7%

Food & Exercise

Wyatt has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. The area enjoys 248 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density199/sq mi
Coordinates36.9092°N, 89.2226°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 95.0% 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+2.5%
93% below US avg
High School+52.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density199/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

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