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Compare Joplin to Independence
This post compares Joplin, Missouri to Independence, Missouri across various dimensions, including population, median income, median age, percentage of housing that is rental, percent of households with kids, and other demographics.
| Dimension | Joplin (city) | Independence (city) |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 51,540 | 117,369 |
| Income (median) | $36,217 | $38,894 |
| Home Value (median) | $120,000 | $102,800 |
| White | 87% | 81% |
| Black | 3% | 7% |
| Asian | 1% | 1% |
| With Kids | 28% | 27% |
| Age (median) | 36 | 40 |
| Rentals | 42% | 38% |
Questions and Answers:
Q: Which is more populated, Joplin or Independence?
A: Joplin has a much smaller population count than Independence: 51540 compared with 117369 total people.
Q: Do incomes tend to be higher in Joplin or in Independence?
A: Incomes are on average similar in Joplin.
Q: Are homes more expensive in Joplin or Independence?
A: Homes tend to be similarly priced in Joplin.
Q: Which has a higher percentage of housing rental units?
A: Joplin does. The percentage of rentals is quite similar: 42% for Joplin versus 38% for Independence.
Somewhat similar in-state cities, towns, and CDPs to Joplin may include: Sedalia, Gladstone, and Jefferson-City.
The statistics and analyses on this page are based on data from the U.S. Census American Community Survey.
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