| ZIP Code | 63703 |
|---|---|
| City | Cape Girardeau |
| State | Missouri (MO) |
| County | Cape Girardeau County |
| Area Code | 235/573 |
| Elevation | 352 ft |
| Latitude | 37.274934 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.540005 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 29031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.11 |
| Below Poverty | 30.7% ▲ 207% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 107 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,749 (33.4%) |
| Some College | 758 (14.5%) |
| Associates | 1,125 (21.5%) |
| Bachelors | 249 (4.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,250 (23.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $36,909 ▼ 52% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $127,300 ▼ 54% below avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $843/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,182 |
| Vacant Units | 448 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.11 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,182 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 448 |
| Owner Occupied | 40.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 59.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.11 |
ZIP code 63703 is located in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, within Cape Girardeau County. With a population of 8,494, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.4 years. Economically, 63703 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $36,909 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 63703 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $127,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $843 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (40.7%) and renters (59.3%). Median home values have increased by 54% since 2019.
The population of 63703 is majority White (68.64%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 30.7%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 63703 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 63703 in Cape Girardeau, MO is characterized as lower-income, moderately educated, and a middle-aged community. With 8,494 residents, a median household income of $36,909, and a median home value of $127,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Missouri.