The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 65452 sells for about $204,000, or $118 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 52 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $648 a month.
ZIP 65452 — Crocker
The housing market in 65452 is characterized by low inventory and steady, modest price growth. Demand remains stable, supported by local employment, though sales volume is constrained by the limited number of active listings. Figures for price cuts and specific tax rates are not published at the ZIP level and are omitted.
This ZIP code is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with affordable housing costs. It appeals to those working in the immediate vicinity or at nearby military installations who prefer a small-town atmosphere.
Median prices moved up 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 52 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.1% · poverty 18.9% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 65452, Pulaski County MO
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Crocker area are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the primary concern. The area is considered relatively safe compared to larger urban centers in Missouri.
Schools serving the 65452 ZIP code are primarily part of the Crocker R-II School District, which is characterized by small class sizes and a community-focused educational environment.
The region faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding near local waterways. Property insurance premiums are generally stable but reflect regional exposure to wind and hail damage.
Economic momentum is modest, driven largely by local agriculture, small businesses, and proximity to Fort Leonard Wood. Infrastructure development is focused on maintaining rural connectivity.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on fair market value, with rates determined by local school district and municipal levies. No state-level property tax is applied.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with most residents driving to employment hubs in nearby Waynesville or St. Robert. Public transit options are not available.
Recreation is centered on outdoor activities, including access to the Gasconade River for fishing and boating, and local community parks. Shopping and dining options are limited to basic local services.
The rental market is tight with limited inventory, primarily consisting of single-family homes and small multi-family units. Vacancy pressure is low due to the stable demand from local workers.
The economy is anchored by the public sector, including the nearby Fort Leonard Wood military base, alongside agriculture and local retail services.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use on state highways; there is no regional public transit infrastructure.
Development is limited to small-scale residential improvements and minor commercial updates within the town center.
The Pulaski County Assessor maintains property valuations based on periodic physical inspections and market sales data.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes and local municipal levies; no major MUDs or PIDs are present.
Property insurance remains available, though premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and wildfire risk assessments.
Missouri has seen modest net domestic migration, with rural areas like Pulaski County maintaining stable population levels.
Missouri is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively efficient processing of defaults.
Sellers are required to provide a disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property, including known material defects.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov using ZCTA 65452 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Provides opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and outdoor recreation.
Local community park with playground and picnic facilities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.