Apartments for rent in Barnhart, MO

Barnhart, Missouri is a small town with a population of slightly less than 6,000. Young professionals will fit right in, as they make up an above-average percentage of the community, while retirees are less well-represented. With an average age of just over 35, the town's population is notably younger than most cities in Missouri. Renters tend to be in the minority in Barnhart, and 91% of residents own their homes. With an average rent of $1,056/month, exceeding the state average by $208/month, relatively high rent costs could be playing a role in the higher levels of ownership.

Barnhart has a relatively large percentage of residents over the age of 25 who possess an Associate's degree (8%) compared to the national average (5%). Additionally, 17% have earned a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree. There are five primary industries in Barnhart: construction, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and entertainment. Combined, these industries account for 36% of the town's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many residents work in sales, making it the top career path in the town. With an average annual income of just over $84,000, Barnhart workers earn more than their peers elsewhere in Missouri. The town's average income also compares favorably to the national average of $73,345.

With an average commute time of about 35 minutes, slower than most cities in Missouri, Barnhart residents find that it takes some patience getting to work. Many residents (51%) drive their car or truck to work, while public transportation is not used. Walking isn't a common method of commuting to work.