What are the schools like in Summersville, MO?

Summersville is served primarily by SUMMERSVILLE R-II. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.2:1.

What is the median household income in Summersville?

The median household income in Summersville, MO is $30,167 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.1%.

What is the weather like in Summersville, MO?

Summersville has an average high temperature of 43.0°F in January and 87.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 5.6 inches.

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

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

Summersville has a violent crime rate of 279.5 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 775.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Summersville, MO a Good Place to Live?

Summersville is a small town of 342 in Missouri, with a median household income of $30,167 and a 7.1% unemployment rate.

Strengths: Summersville stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

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

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

Cost of Living

Cost of living data is based on the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities for the Summersville metro area.

Metric	Summersville, MO	National Avg
Median Home Value	$54,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	56.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$30,167	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Summersville's violent crime rate is 279.5 per 100,000 residents — 26% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

279.5 /100k

Property Crime

775.7 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Summersville is served primarily by SUMMERSVILLE R-II. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Summersville, MO	National Avg
School District	SUMMERSVILLE R-II	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Summersville sees average highs of 43.0°F in January and 87.9°F in July, with 50.6 inches of annual precipitation and 5.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Summersville, MO
Average High — January	43.0°F
Average High — July	87.9°F
Annual Precipitation	50.6"
Annual Snowfall	5.6"

Demographics

Metric	Summersville, MO	National Avg
Population	342	—
Median Age	43.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.6%	6.3%
Under 18	21.6%	22.2%
65 and over	23.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Mountain View, MO 13 mi Montier, MO 14 mi Raymondville, MO 15 mi Birch Tree, MO 16 mi Eminence, MO 17 mi

ZIP Codes in Summersville

Summersville, MO is covered by 1 ZIP code:

65571

Summersville vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Summersville, MO affordable or expensive?

Summersville has a median home value of $54,200 and median rent of N/A/month against a median household income of $30,167.

What is the crime rate in Summersville, MO?

Summersville's violent crime rate is 279.5 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 775.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Summersville?

Public schools in Summersville are operated by SUMMERSVILLE R-II. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.2:1. 11.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Summersville, MO a good place to live?

Summersville, MO has a population of 342, a median household income of $30,167, and an unemployment rate of 7.1%. 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 Summersville?

Summersville averages 43.0°F in January and 87.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 50.6 inches with about 5.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Summersville?

Summersville, MO is covered by 1 ZIP code: 65571.

What is the population of Summersville?

The population of Summersville, Missouri is 342 with a median age of 43.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Summersville?

Key numbers for living in Summersville: median home $54,200, median household income $30,167, crime index 59 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Summersville side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.