Living in Barry County, Missouri

Barry County is a county in Missouri with a population of around 35,829. The main communities are Cassville, Purdy, Seligman.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,533/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $221K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 48°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Barry County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 44 and a predominantly working-class population (15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.