US ZIP Code
65655

Gainesville, MO

Ozark County  ·  Missouri

● Active
👥 2,313 Population ↓ 16% since 2019
💰 $32,929 Median HH Income
▼ 57% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019
🎂 54.0 Median Age ↑ 3% since 2019
🏠 $162,000 Median Home Value
▼ 42% below avg ↑ 80% since 2019
🎓 15.6% College Grads
▼ 60% below avg
📊 3.8% Unemployment
▼ 23% below avg ↓ 54% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code65655
CityGainesville
StateMissouri (MO)
CountyOzark County
Area Code417
Elevation1,006 ft
Latitude36.603082
Longitude-92.419582
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS29153
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 45.7% (1,057) Female 54.3% (1,256) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 91.8%Hispanic: 2.5%Black: 1.7%Other: 3.7%Race
White91.8%
Hispanic2.5%
Black1.7%
Other3.7%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
1%
5–17
15%
18–24
2%
25–44
18%
45–64
31%
65+
13%

Key Indicators

Median Age54.0 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.23
Below Poverty20.6% ▲ 106% above avg
College Grads15.6% ▼ 60% below avg
Unemployment3.8% ▼ 23% below avg
No HS Diploma12 (0.8%)
HS Graduate772 (50.1%)
Some College186 (12.1%)
Associates331 (21.5%)
Bachelors76 (4.9%)
Graduate Degree164 (10.6%)

Education

No HS: 0.8%HS Grad: 50.1%Some College: 12.1%Associates: 21.5%Bachelors: 4.9%Graduate: 10.6%Edu
No HS0.8%
HS Grad50.1%
Some College12.1%
Associates21.5%
Bachelors4.9%
Graduate10.6%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 73.3%Renter: 26.8%Tenure
Owner73.3%
Renter26.8%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
8%
$50k–100k
15%
$100k–150k
21%
$150k–200k
21%
$200k–300k
11%
$300k–500k
6%
Over $500k
17%

Financials

Median HH Income$32,929 ▼ 57% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019
Median Home Value$162,000 ▼ 42% below avg ↑ 80% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$623/mo ↓ 5% since 2019
Total Units1,244
Vacant Units231
Avg HH Size2.23

Income Distribution

Under $25k
31%
$25k–50k
35%
$50k–75k
12%
$75k–100k
4%
$100k–150k
8%
$150k–200k
4%
Over $200k
5%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
85%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
13%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
38%
15–30 min
28%
30–45 min
23%
Over 45 min
11%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
13%
1960s–1970s
19%
1980s–1990s
13%
2000+
55%

Summary

Total Units1,244
Vacant231
Owner Occupied73.3%
Renter Occupied26.8%
Avg HH Size2.23
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 65655 is in Gainesville, MO, in Ozark County.
ZIP code 65655 is located in Missouri (MO).
ZIP code 65655 is in Ozark County, MO.
ZIP 65655 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 65655 is 2,313 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 65655 is $32,929 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 65655 is $162,000 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 65655

ZIP code 65655 is located in Gainesville, Missouri, within Ozark County. With a population of 2,313, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54 years. Economically, 65655 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $32,929 is well below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 65655 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $162,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $623 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 80% since 2019.

The population of 65655 is primarily White (91.79%). Residents are less-educated — 15.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.6%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 65655 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.

Overall, ZIP code 65655 in Gainesville, MO is characterized as lower-income, less-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,313 residents, a median household income of $32,929, and a median home value of $162,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Missouri.