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Zalma, MO

Missouri

Zalma is a small town in Missouri with a population of 77.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
77 Population 367/sq mi density
$45,500 Home Value
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $45,500
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.5%
247% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.7%
99% higher than US avg

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

People

Population77
Median Age49.5 yrs
Density367/mi²
Male / Female20% / 81%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans72.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,755
Unemployment12.5%
Poverty24.7%
Commute29 min

Housing

Home Value$45,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units42
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking21.1%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation440 ft (134 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+58.5%
Graduate+9.3%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute29 min
Broadband35.0%

Is Zalma a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

At 12.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Zalma is $45,500, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.5% 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.

Zalma has a population of 77 with a density of 367 people per square mile. The median age is 49.5 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%), with 13% Hispanic.

Population

77
Total Population
367
People / sq mi
49.5yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 19.5%
Female 80.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Zalma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Zalma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zalma is N/A. The unemployment rate is 12.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Zalma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.5%
247% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.7%
99% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Zalma is $45,500, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,500
84% 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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units42
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

In Zalma, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 21.1% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.1%
51% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.9%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits51.5%

Food & Exercise

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 35.0% 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+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+58.5%
Graduate Degree+9.3%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density367/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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