Blue Summit, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $57,016

24% lower than US avg

Home Value $34,900

88% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.9%

77% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,111

4% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 42.5%

32% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 25.9%

109% higher than US avg

How Blue Summit Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,145

Median Age29.1 yrs

Density2,337/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 50%

Veterans5.2%

Economy

Median Income$57,016

Per Capita$17,407

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty25.9%

Commute30 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$34,900

Rent$1,111

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units258

Rent Burden26.9%

Health

Obesity42.5%

Uninsured21.9%

Smoking25.9%

Depression28.1%

Heart Disease8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.6 in/yr

Sunny Days264/yr

Elevation814 ft (248 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.9%

High School+56.1%

Graduate+7.7%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute30 min

Broadband96.9%

Is Blue Summit a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blue Summit receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Blue Summit offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blue Summit is $57,016, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blue Summit is $34,900, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,111 per month. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 56.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Blue Summit experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Blue Summit has a population of 1,145 with a density of 2,337 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.7% female and 52.3% male. The city is predominantly White (49.6%), with 8.7% Hispanic, 9.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 81.8% of residents, while 18.2% speak Spanish. 5.2% of the population are veterans. 9.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 84.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,145

Total Population

2,337

People / sq mi

29.1yrs

Median Age

25% below US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%

Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Blue Summit vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	81.8%
	4% above US avg
Spanish	18.2%
	36% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Blue Summit vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blue Summit is $57,016, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,407 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 32.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Blue Summit vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$57,016
	24% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$17,407

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	25.9%
	109% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.9 min
Drive Alone	45.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	32.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Blue Summit is $34,900, 88% below the national median of $281,900. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,111 (4% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 258 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1979. 26.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$34,900
	88% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$53
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	100.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,111
	4% below US avg
Rent Burden	26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	57.2%
Housing Units	258
Median Year Built	1979

Property Tax

In Blue Summit, 42.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 15.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.5% of residents, above the national average. 37.7% have high blood pressure. 25.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.9% report binge drinking. 44.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 23.3% experience frequent mental distress. 21.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Blue Summit vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	42.5%
	32% above US avg
Diabetes	15.2%
Heart Disease	8.5%
High Blood Pressure	37.7%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	11.6%
Cancer	6.5%
Stroke	4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	25.9%
	85% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.9%
Physical Inactivity	44.3%
Depression	28.1%
Mental Distress	23.3%
Physical Distress	19.6%
Short Sleep	37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	84.1%
Uninsured	21.9%
	155% above US avg
Checkup Rate	72.7%
Dental Visits	46.4%

Food & Exercise

Blue Summit experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 264 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. The area receives 4.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 814 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	54.7°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.6 inches
	4% above US avg
Snowfall	4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	814 ft (248 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density	2,337/sq mi
Coordinates	39.0818°N, 94.4858°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	1.2 in	Coldest, Driest
February	34°F (1°C)	1.3 in
March	44°F (7°C)	2.6 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	65°F (18°C)	5.1 in	Wettest
June	74°F (23°C)	5.0 in
July	79°F (26°C)	4.1 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.7 in
September	69°F (20°C)	4.9 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.5 in
November	43°F (6°C)	2.6 in
December	33°F (0°C)	1.8 in

Blue Summit has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 27°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (1.2").

7.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 56.1% have completed high school. 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 96.9% of households have broadband internet access. 45.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.9%
	77% below US avg
High School+	56.1%
Graduate Degree+	7.7%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	2,337/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	96.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.9 min
Drive Alone	45.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	32.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Blue Summit

What is the population of Blue Summit?

Blue Summit has a population of 1,145 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 2,337 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.7% female and 52.3% male.

Is Blue Summit expensive to live in?

Blue Summit is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $57,016, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $34,900 (88% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,111 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Blue Summit?

Blue Summit has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Blue Summit?

The job market in Blue Summit is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 32.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Blue Summit?

The median home value in Blue Summit is $34,900. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,111. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Blue Summit?

Schools in Blue Summit score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 7.9% of adults in Blue Summit hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 56.1% have completed high school. 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Blue Summit?

The obesity rate in Blue Summit is 42.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 25.9% of adults are smokers. 44.3% are physically inactive. 28.1% of residents report depression. 21.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Blue Summit?

The average commute in Blue Summit is 30 minutes. 45.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 32.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Blue Summit?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Blue Summit is 49.6% White, 9.4% Black or African American, 8.7% Hispanic or Latino. 81.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 18.2% speak Spanish. 5.2% of the population are military veterans. 9.3% of residents have a disability. 84.1% have health insurance coverage.

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