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Cape Girardeau, MO
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Cape Girardeau, MO

Looking to move to Cape Girardeau, MO? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Cape Girardeau, MO is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Cape Girardeau, MO has a population of 40353. What about cost of living in Cape Girardeau, MO? The median income in Cape Girardeau, MO is $54,363 and the median home value is $186,811.

Read on to learn more about Cape Girardeau, MO, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Cape Girardeau, MO

Average Temperatures

68 high / 46 low

Average Annual Rainfall

48 in

Average Annual Snowfall

11 in

Quick Facts about Cape Girardeau, Missouri

Median Home Value
$186,811
Median Property Tax
$2,096
Total Population
40,353
Average Commute
13 min
Median Household Income
$54,363
Median Monthly Rent
$638

Map of Cape Girardeau, MO


Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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