Bull Creek, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $32,500

57% lower than US avg

Home Value $225,000

20% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 1.8%

95% lower than US avg

Median Rent $737

37% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.5%

7% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.9%

8% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 17.2%

39% higher than US avg

How Bull Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population577

Median Age23.4 yrs

Density3,394/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 76%

Veterans1.2%

Economy

C+

Median Income$32,500

Per Capita$12,880

Unemployment3.9%

Poverty17.2%

Commute18 min

Housing

C+

Home Value$225,000

Rent$737

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units254

Rent Burden25.9%

Health

Obesity34.5%

Uninsured7.9%

Smoking15.2%

Depression26.5%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain43.2 in/yr

Sunny Days258/yr

Elevation725 ft (221 m)

Education

Bachelor's+1.8%

High School+73.2%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute18 min

Broadband90.4%

Is Bull Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bull Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bull Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bull Creek is $32,500, 57% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bull Creek is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $737 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

1.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bull Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bull Creek has a population of 577 with a density of 3,394 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 23.4 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.1% female and 45.9% male. The city is predominantly White (75.7%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 1.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.8% of residents. 1.2% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 27.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 79.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

577

Total Population

3,394

People / sq mi

23.4yrs

Median Age

40% below US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%

Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bull Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.8%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.2%
	99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bull Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bull Creek is $32,500, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $12,880 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.2% 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 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 16.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Bull Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$32,500
	57% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$12,880

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.9%
	8% above US avg
Poverty Rate	17.2%
	39% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.2 min
Drive Alone	59.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bull Creek is $225,000, 20% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $737 (37% 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 254 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2004. 25.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$225,000
	20% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$737
	37% below US avg
Rent Burden	25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	4.8%
Housing Units	254
Median Year Built	2004

Property Tax

In Bull Creek, 34.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 31.3% have high blood pressure. 15.2% are current smokers. 17.1% report binge drinking. 25.9% are physically inactive. 26.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.8% experience frequent mental distress. 7.9% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Bull Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.5%
	7% above US avg
Diabetes	9.4%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	31.3%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	6.6%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.2%
	9% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.1%
Physical Inactivity	25.9%
Depression	26.5%
Mental Distress	18.8%
Physical Distress	13.4%
Short Sleep	38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	79.5%
Uninsured	7.9%
	8% below US avg
Checkup Rate	76.6%
Dental Visits	57.9%

Food & Exercise

Bull Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 725 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	56.5°F
	5% above US avg
January Average	33°F (0°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	43.2 inches
	14% above US avg
Snowfall	1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	725 ft (221 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	3,394/sq mi
Coordinates	36.7151°N, 93.2035°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	33°F (0°C)	1.9 in	Coldest, Driest
February	38°F (3°C)	2.3 in
March	47°F (8°C)	4.0 in
April	57°F (14°C)	4.1 in
May	65°F (18°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.4 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.3 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.5 in
September	70°F (21°C)	4.3 in
October	58°F (15°C)	3.7 in
November	47°F (8°C)	3.9 in
December	37°F (3°C)	3.3 in

Bull Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 33°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (1.9").

1.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 95% below the national average of 33.7%. 73.2% have completed high school. 0.0% 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. 90.4% of households have broadband internet access. 59.3% 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+	1.8%
	95% below US avg
High School+	73.2%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.51

F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	3,394/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	90.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.2 min
Drive Alone	59.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	16.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Bull Creek

What is the population of Bull Creek?

Bull Creek has a population of 577 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 3,394 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.1% female and 45.9% male.

Is Bull Creek expensive to live in?

Bull Creek 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 $32,500, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $225,000 (20% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $737 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bull Creek?

Bull Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.2 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Bull Creek?

Bull Creek has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 16.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bull Creek?

The median home value in Bull Creek is $225,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $737. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Bull Creek?

Schools in Bull Creek score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 1.8% of adults in Bull Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bull Creek?

The obesity rate in Bull Creek is 34.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.2% of adults are smokers. 25.9% are physically inactive. 26.5% of residents report depression. 7.9% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Bull Creek?

The average commute in Bull Creek is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 59.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bull Creek?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bull Creek is 75.7% White, 1.7% Black or African American, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 99.8% of residents speak only English at home. 1.2% of the population are military veterans. 27.3% of residents have a disability. 79.5% have health insurance coverage.

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