Investor-grade market analytics for Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$228,626
+4.1% year-over-year
5.6%
gross annual
+4.0%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+4.0% year-over-year
28/100
LowNet migration: Top 33% nationally
In-migrants avg $46,654 AGI vs out-migrants $51,579
Opportunity Zone Market
2 ZIP codes in Cape Girardeau are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more →
Cape Girardeau, MO-IL shows steady growth at 4.1% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 3.4x, below the national average of 4.8x. Modest net positive migration (+70 returns/year) provides steady demand support. Climate risk remains low (28/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 5.59% is moderate, offering acceptable cash flow for leveraged investments.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Cape Girardeau, MO-IL's primary climate exposure is wind storms (42/100). The composite climate risk score of 28/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
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