Cedar Hill, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $66,076

12% lower than US avg

Home Value $180,300

36% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.1%

55% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,069

8% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.4%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.1%

42% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 19.2%

55% higher than US avg

How Cedar Hill Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,568

Median Age39.8 yrs

Density682/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 90%

Veterans6.2%

Economy

B+

Median Income$66,076

Per Capita$32,546

Unemployment2.1%

Poverty19.2%

Commute31 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$180,300

Rent$1,069

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$270,365

Housing Units664

Rent Burden21.9%

Health

Obesity40.4%

Uninsured9.2%

Smoking18.3%

Depression25.3%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain45.6 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation591 ft (180 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.1%

High School+89.1%

Graduate+5.8%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute31 min

Broadband98.3%

Is Cedar Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cedar Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Cedar Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cedar Hill is $66,076, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 19.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cedar Hill is $180,300, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,069 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cedar Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cedar Hill has a population of 1,568 with a density of 682 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (89.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.8% of residents. 6.2% of the population are veterans. 8.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 93.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,568

Total Population

682

People / sq mi

39.8yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

2.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%

Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cedar Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	95.8%
	22% above US avg
Spanish	4.2%
	69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cedar Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cedar Hill is $66,076, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,546 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.2% 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 31 minutes. 15.4% of workers work from home.

Income: Cedar Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$66,076
	12% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$32,546

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.1%
	42% below US avg
Poverty Rate	19.2%
	55% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.0 min
Drive Alone	80.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Cedar Hill is $180,300, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $270,365, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 100.8% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,069 (8% 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 664 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. 21.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$180,300
	36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$270,365

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$257
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.8%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,069
	8% below US avg
Rent Burden	21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	79.5%
Housing Units	664
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

In Cedar Hill, 40.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 32.2% have high blood pressure. 18.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.7% report binge drinking. 28.3% are physically inactive. 25.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.4% experience frequent mental distress. 9.2% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Cedar Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.4%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	9.8%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	32.2%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	7.5%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.3%
	31% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.7%
Physical Inactivity	28.3%
Depression	25.3%
Mental Distress	19.4%
Physical Distress	14.0%
Short Sleep	37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.3%
Uninsured	9.2%
	7% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.9%
Dental Visits	57.7%

Food & Exercise

Cedar Hill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 293 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 45.6 inches. The area receives 7.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 591 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	58.2°F
	8% above US avg
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	45.6 inches
	20% above US avg
Snowfall	7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	591 ft (180 m)
Area	2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density	682/sq mi
Coordinates	38.3578°N, 90.6314°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	38°F (3°C)	2.1 in	Driest
February	35°F (1°C)	2.2 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.6 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	3.5 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.5 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	3.3 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.3 in
October	57°F (14°C)	2.9 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.5 in
December	34°F (1°C)	3.1 in	Coldest

Cedar Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 34°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (2.1").

15.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. 5.8% 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. 98.3% of households have broadband internet access. 80.6% 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+	15.1%
	55% below US avg
High School+	89.1%
Graduate Degree+	5.8%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	682/sq mi
Total Area	2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	98.3%
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.0 min
Drive Alone	80.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Cedar Hill

What is the population of Cedar Hill?

Cedar Hill has a population of 1,568 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 682 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.8 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Cedar Hill expensive to live in?

Cedar Hill 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 $66,076, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,300 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,069 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Cedar Hill?

Cedar Hill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.6 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Cedar Hill?

The job market in Cedar Hill is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 15.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cedar Hill?

The median home value in Cedar Hill is $180,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $270,365. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,069. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Cedar Hill?

Schools in Cedar Hill score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.1% of adults in Cedar Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cedar Hill?

The obesity rate in Cedar Hill is 40.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.3% of adults are smokers. 28.3% are physically inactive. 25.3% of residents report depression. 9.2% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Cedar Hill?

The average commute in Cedar Hill is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cedar Hill?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cedar Hill is 89.8% White. 95.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.2% speak Spanish. 6.2% of the population are military veterans. 8.6% of residents have a disability. 93.3% have health insurance coverage.

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