Economy & Jobs — Ava, Missouri
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $42,500 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$51,000 |
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| Per Capita Income | $27,956 |
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| Poverty Rate | 21.7% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 5.7% |
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| In Labor Force | 1,119 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Manufacturing | 30.6% |
| Education Healthcare | 24.0% |
| Construction | 11.5% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Full Service Restaurants | 8 |
| Gas Stations | 6 |
| Auto Repair | 6 |
| Real Estate Offices | 6 |
| Commercial Banks | 5 |
| Insurance Agencies | 5 |
| Fast Food | 5 |
| Grocery Stores | 3 |
| Law Offices | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
