What are the schools like in Elsberry, MO?

Elsberry is served primarily by ELSBERRY R-II. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.8:1.

What is the median household income in Elsberry?

The median household income in Elsberry, MO is $43,333 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.3%.

What is the weather like in Elsberry, MO?

Elsberry has an average high temperature of 37.7°F in January and 86.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 16.3 inches.

Elsberry, MO Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Elsberry, MO affordable or expensive?

Elsberry's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Elsberry is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $104,900 and the median rent is $942 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Elsberry, MO?

Elsberry has a violent crime rate of 279.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 737.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Elsberry, MO a Good Place to Live?

Elsberry is a small town of 1,975 in Missouri, with a median household income of $43,333 and a 5.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Elsberry stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Elsberry is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Elsberry city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 96.3

Elsberry's overall cost of living index is 96.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Elsberry costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Elsberry, MO	National Avg
Median Home Value	$104,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$942	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	52.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$43,333	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Elsberry's violent crime rate is 279.6 per 100,000 residents — 26% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

279.6 /100k

Property Crime

737.1 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Elsberry is served primarily by ELSBERRY R-II. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Elsberry, MO	National Avg
School District	ELSBERRY R-II	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	84.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Elsberry sees average highs of 37.7°F in January and 86.8°F in July, with 41.2 inches of annual precipitation and 16.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Elsberry, MO
Average High — January	37.7°F
Average High — July	86.8°F
Annual Precipitation	41.2"
Annual Snowfall	16.3"

Demographics

Metric	Elsberry, MO	National Avg
Population	1,975	—
Median Age	31.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	28.8%	22.2%
65 and over	13.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Elsberry

Elsberry, MO is covered by 1 ZIP code:

63343

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elsberry, MO affordable or expensive?

Elsberry's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Elsberry roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $104,900 and median rent is $942/month.

What is the crime rate in Elsberry, MO?

Elsberry's violent crime rate is 279.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 737.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Elsberry?

Public schools in Elsberry are operated by ELSBERRY R-II. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.8:1. 14.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Elsberry, MO a good place to live?

Elsberry, MO has a population of 1,975, a median household income of $43,333, and an unemployment rate of 5.3%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Elsberry?

Elsberry averages 37.7°F in January and 86.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.2 inches with about 16.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Elsberry?

Elsberry, MO is covered by 1 ZIP code: 63343.

What is the population of Elsberry?

The population of Elsberry, Missouri is 1,975 with a median age of 31.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Elsberry?

Key numbers for living in Elsberry: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $104,900, median household income $43,333, crime index 58 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Elsberry side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.