Real Estate Investing in Barton County, Missouri

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2 ZIP codes • Population: 9,326

Should you buy in Barton County, MO? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (60/100)

Mixed signals β€” some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 14.2% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.
  • Elevated poverty: 20.6% poverty rate β€” can affect rent collection.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

5.8% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $172,271
Avg Monthly Rent $833
ZIP Codes 2

Investing in Barton County Real Estate

This is a distressed-leaning county in Missouri: Barton has 2 cities, 2 ZIPs, and investment math that only works for investors with genuine local understanding.

The investment case for Barton County is difficult to make on screen data alone. a challenging fit for a 3.0 rating and cap rates that appear attractive only until real vacancy is underwritten.

A 9,326 population and $N/AK household income profile is what makes Barton a challenging rental region β€” the base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Avg Home Value
$172,271
Avg Monthly Rent
$833
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (MO)
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πŸ“‰ Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Joplin, MO metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
55%
Days Pending
1/2
50 days

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Cities in Barton County

ZIP Codes in Barton County, MO

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Frequently Asked Questions About Barton County

How much does a house cost in, MO?

The median home value in, MO is roughly $172K. That puts it reasonable relative to the MO statewide average.

What kind of tenants rent in, MO?

Tenant demand in, MO is solid. The local workforce $833/mo rents across most rental classes.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in, MO?

Occupancy in, MO runs predictable with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $833/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

How strict are landlord regulations in, MO?

, MO falls under MO landlord-tenant law, which is tenant-protective. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

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