Dexter, MO
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
HomeSnacks is reader-supported. When you click through real estate links on our site, we earn an affiliate commission. Learn more.
Dexter, Missouri Info Snack
Table Of Contents
Population
7,867
Unemployment
1.6%
Poverty
24.9%
Median Home
$85,400
Median Income
$39,339
Median Rent
$636
Dexter SnackAbility
4
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
8/10
Housing
4
Affordability
8
Diversity
3
Safety
4
Amenities
8
Education
4
Commute
9.5
Dexter, MO Crime Report
270
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
3,458.4
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
47.42%
Above National Average
Above National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Dexter / 100k People |
Missouri / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 270 | 3,458.4 | 3,073.7 | 2,346.0 |
| Violent Crime | 37 | 473.9 | 542.7 | 387.8 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 11.8 | 6.5 |
| Robbery | 2 | 25.6 | 74.4 | 73.9 |
| Aggravated Assault | 26 | 333.0 | 413.3 | 279.7 |
| Property Crime | 233 | 2,984.5 | 2,531.0 | 1,958.2 |
| Burglary | 45 | 576.4 | 378.8 | 314.2 |
| Larceny | 172 | 2,203.2 | 1,759.1 | 1,398.0 |
| Car Theft | 16 | 204.9 | 393.2 | 246.0 |
Dexter, MO Cost Of Living
80
Dexter's Overall Cost Of Living
Dexter's Overall Cost Of Living
0.8x
Lower Than The National Average
Lower Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Dexter | Missouri | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 80 | 89 | 100 | |
| Services | 101 | 95 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 89 | 96 | 100 | |
| Health | 92 | 96 | 100 | |
| Housing | 49 | 77 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 90 | 91 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 89 | 97 | 100 | |
Dexter, MO Photos
Source: Wikipedia User Skye Marthaler | CC BY-SA 3.0
Source: Wikipedia User Skye Marthaler | CC BY-SA 3.0
Rankings for Dexter in Missouri
Map Of Dexter, MO
Best Places Around Dexter
1
Jackson, MO
Population 14,893
2
Baker, MT
Population 1,905
3
Cape Girardeau, MO
Population 40,100
4
Wilson, NC
Population 49,310
5
Sikeston, MO
Population 16,664
6
Caruthersville, MO
Population 5,518
7
Poplar Bluff, MO
Population 16,979
8
Kennett, MO
Population 10,069
9
Charleston, MO
Population 5,478
Population over time in Dexter
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 7,867 | -0.2% |
| 2019 | 7,885 | -0.0% |
| 2018 | 7,887 | -0.6% |
| 2017 | 7,934 | 0.2% |
| 2016 | 7,920 | 0.2% |
| 2015 | 7,902 | 0.4% |
| 2014 | 7,869 | 0.3% |
| 2013 | 7,846 | 0.1% |
| 2012 | 7,841 | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 7,855 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Dexter
| Race | Dexter | MO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.9% | 78.8% | 60.1% |
| African American | 0.9% | 11.3% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% | 2.0% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Two Or More | 0.5% | 2.9% | 2.8% |
| Hispanic | 1.7% | 4.3% | 18.2% |
Gender in Dexter
| Gender | Dexter | MO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.5% | 50.9% | 50.8% |
| Male | 42.5% | 49.1% | 49.2% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Dexter for adults over 25
| Education | Dexter | MO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 9.0% | 3.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 14.0% | 7.0% | 7.0% |
| High School / GED | 38.0% | 31.0% | 27.0% |
| Some College | 18.0% | 22.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 7.0% | 18.0% | 20.0% |
| Master's Degree | 4.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 0.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
Household Income For Dexter, Missouri
| Income | Dexter | MO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 9.6% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 7.7% | 4.5% | 4.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 16.5% | 9.6% | 8.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.3% | 10.0% | 8.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 19.5% | 13.7% | 12.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15.1% | 18.5% | 17.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.7% | 13.0% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 5.6% | 14.2% | 15.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1.7% | 5.3% | 7.1% |
| $200,000 or more | 0.3% | 5.2% | 8.3% |
