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Licking, MO


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Licking, Missouri

Licking, Missouri, in Texas county, is 81 miles E of Springfield, Missouri (center to center) and 116 miles SW of St. Louis, Missouri. There are an estimated 1,471 people in the city.

The People and Families of Licking

In Licking, about 49% of adults are married. In Licking, lots of people live on their own. Though there are lots of families, the city isn't one of those places where everyone is married. Single people can feel at home there.

Licking has a larger percentage of females than most places. The city has its share of retirees. People over 65 are not uncommon.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Licking had a median family income of $25,625.

Political Inclinations

Party contributions tended to flow to the Democratic team.

Licking Housing

Approximately 58% of housing in Licking is owner-occupied. Living the single life? Just starting out? Well, you can likely find a small apartment rental in the city. Tax haters might appreciate the relatively low real estate taxes in Licking.

Commuting

In Licking, 94% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Licking strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Missouri):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Licking Affordability of Property Taxes
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Licking Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Licking, MO

Comparing Licking to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Missouri (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population1010
Senior Citizens1010
Age of the Population89
Children Under 5 Years Old65
Racial Diversity22
Male Share of the Population11
Well-Paid Single Men11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married22
Average Household Size22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults33
People Above Poverty11
People in Middle Class or Better11
Median Family Income11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times88
Walking and Biking to Work77
Public Transportation Use55
Working at Home45

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone109
Affordability of Property Taxes1010
Affordability of Rents98
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals98
Seasonal and Vacation Housing89
Housing Recently Built88

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime45
Low Property Crime33
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