What are the schools like in Stanberry, MO?

Stanberry is served primarily by STANBERRY R-II. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.5:1.

What is the median household income in Stanberry?

The median household income in Stanberry, MO is $66,447 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.6%.

What is the weather like in Stanberry, MO?

Stanberry has an average high temperature of 33.5°F in January and 85.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 19.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Stanberry, MO affordable or expensive?

Stanberry's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Stanberry is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $97,500 and the median rent is $740 per month.

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

Crime rate data for Stanberry is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Stanberry, MO a Good Place to Live?

Stanberry is a small town of 1,261 in Missouri, with a median household income of $66,447 and a 3.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Stanberry is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Stanberry 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: 88.9

Stanberry's overall cost of living index is 88.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Stanberry costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Stanberry, MO	National Avg
Median Home Value	$97,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$740	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	69.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$66,447	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Stanberry is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Stanberry is served primarily by STANBERRY R-II. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Stanberry, MO	National Avg
School District	STANBERRY R-II	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	21.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Stanberry sees average highs of 33.5°F in January and 85.9°F in July, with 38.5 inches of annual precipitation and 19.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Stanberry, MO
Average High — January	33.5°F
Average High — July	85.9°F
Annual Precipitation	38.5"
Annual Snowfall	19.4"

Demographics

Metric	Stanberry, MO	National Avg
Population	1,261	—
Median Age	34.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	18.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.5%	18.9%
Asian	2.2%	6.3%
Under 18	27.3%	22.2%
65 and over	17.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Stanberry

Stanberry, MO is covered by 1 ZIP code:

64489

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stanberry, MO affordable or expensive?

Stanberry's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Stanberry roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $97,500 and median rent is $740/month.

What is the crime rate in Stanberry, MO?

Crime data for Stanberry is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Stanberry?

Public schools in Stanberry are operated by STANBERRY R-II. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1. 21.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Stanberry, MO a good place to live?

Stanberry, MO has a population of 1,261, a median household income of $66,447, and an unemployment rate of 3.6%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. 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 Stanberry?

Stanberry averages 33.5°F in January and 85.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.5 inches with about 19.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Stanberry?

Stanberry, MO is covered by 1 ZIP code: 64489.

What is the population of Stanberry?

The population of Stanberry, Missouri is 1,261 with a median age of 34.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Stanberry?

Key numbers for living in Stanberry: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $97,500, median household income $66,447, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Stanberry side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.