Cottleville, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $114,420

52% higher than US avg

Home Value $381,900

35% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 26/100K

93% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 54.2%

61% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,693

46% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.6%

8% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.5%

31% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.3%

81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,750

Median Age36.9 yrs

Density1,213/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 85%

Veterans3.4%

Economy

A+

Median Income$114,420

Per Capita$69,431

Unemployment2.5%

Poverty2.3%

Commute23 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$381,900

Rent$1,693

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$485,036

Housing Units2,028

Rent Burden32.1%

Crime

Violent26/100K

Property600/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault26/100K

Burglary78/100K

Health

Obesity34.6%

Uninsured6.1%

Smoking11.8%

Depression23.4%

Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain45.6 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation512 ft (156 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+54.2%

High School+97.4%

Graduate+26.2%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute23 min

Broadband98.2%

Is Cottleville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cottleville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Cottleville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cottleville is $114,420, which is significantly higher than the national average — 52% above $75,149. This places Cottleville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cottleville is $381,900, 35% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,693 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Cottleville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 26 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 600 per 100,000, 69% below the national average.

Education

Cottleville is a highly educated community — 54.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cottleville 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.

Cottleville has a population of 5,750 with a density of 1,213 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.7% female and 50.3% male. The city is predominantly White (84.5%), with 7.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.1% of residents. 3.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 6.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 98.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,750

Total Population

1,213

People / sq mi

36.9yrs

Median Age

5% below US avg

4.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%

Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cottleville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.1%
	24% above US avg
Spanish	2.9%
	78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cottleville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cottleville is $114,420, which is 52% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $69,431 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower 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 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 13.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Cottleville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$114,420
	52% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$69,431

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	31% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.3%
	81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.6 min
Drive Alone	75.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Cottleville is $381,900, 35% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $485,036, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.7% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,693 (46% above 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 2,028 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2011. 32.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$381,900
	35% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$485,036
Median List Price	$435,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$435,000
$/Sq Ft	$226
Homes Sold	5
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.7%
Price Drops	21.9%
Inventory	32

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,693
	46% above US avg
Rent Burden	32.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	78.4%
Housing Units	2,028
Median Year Built	2011

Property Tax

In Cottleville, 34.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.5% of residents, below the national average. 27.9% have high blood pressure. 11.8% are current smokers. 20.1% report binge drinking. 21.6% are physically inactive. 23.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.8% experience frequent mental distress. 6.1% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Cottleville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.6%
	8% above US avg
Diabetes	8.6%
Heart Disease	4.5%
High Blood Pressure	27.9%
Asthma	10.0%
COPD	4.9%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.8%
	16% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.1%
Physical Inactivity	21.6%
Depression	23.4%
Mental Distress	15.8%
Physical Distress	10.8%
Short Sleep	39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.2%
Uninsured	6.1%
	29% below US avg
Checkup Rate	76.3%
Dental Visits	67.5%

Food & Exercise

Cottleville has a violent crime rate of 26 per 100,000 residents, 93% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 26.1 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 600 per 100,000, 69% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 521, burglary at 78, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Cottleville receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Cottleville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	26.1/100K
	93% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	26.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	599.6/100K
	69% below US avg
Burglary	78.2/100K
Theft	521.4/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Cottleville 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 512 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	512 ft (156 m)
Area	4.7 sq mi (12.3 km²)
Population Density	1,213/sq mi
Coordinates	38.7462°N, 90.6540°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	38°F (3°C)	1.9 in	Driest
February	34°F (1°C)	2.1 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.4 in
April	56°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	65°F (18°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
June	74°F (23°C)	3.5 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.2 in
September	69°F (21°C)	3.2 in
October	57°F (14°C)	2.9 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.3 in
December	34°F (1°C)	2.8 in	Coldest

Cottleville has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 34°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (1.9").

54.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 61% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. 26.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (above 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. 98.2% of households have broadband internet access. 75.5% 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+	54.2%
	61% above US avg
High School+	97.4%
Graduate Degree+	26.2%
School Test Score	5.51

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,213/sq mi
Total Area	4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	98.2%
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.6 min
Drive Alone	75.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Cottleville

What is the population of Cottleville?

Cottleville has a population of 5,750 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,213 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.9 years. The population is 49.7% female and 50.3% male.

Is Cottleville expensive to live in?

Cottleville 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 $114,420, 52% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $381,900 (35% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,693 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cottleville safe?

Cottleville is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 26 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 600 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Cottleville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cottleville?

Cottleville 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 Cottleville?

The job market in Cottleville is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 13.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cottleville?

The median home value in Cottleville is $381,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $485,036. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,693. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Cottleville?

Schools in Cottleville score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 54.2% of adults in Cottleville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. 26.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cottleville?

The obesity rate in Cottleville is 34.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.8% of adults are smokers. 21.6% are physically inactive. 23.4% of residents report depression. 6.1% lack health insurance (below the national rate).

What is transportation like in Cottleville?

The average commute in Cottleville is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cottleville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cottleville is 84.5% White, 7.8% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 97.1% of residents speak only English at home. 3.4% of the population are military veterans. 6.7% of residents have a disability. 98.2% have health insurance coverage.

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