Crestwood, MO

Missouri

Crestwood is a small city in Missouri with a population of 12,298. Residents earn $115,512 per year, which is 54% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
12,298 Population 3,426/sq mi density
$115,512 Median Income $49,461 per capita
$291,400 Home Value $331,088 Zillow
$1,048 Median Rent 23.2% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
25 Violent Crime/100K 1,916 property/100K
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$115,512 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$291,400 home value, $1,048/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
25 violent crimes/100K (93% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $115,512
54% higher than US avg
Home Value $291,400
3% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 25/100K
93% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 56.7%
68% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,048
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12,298
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density3,426/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$115,512
Per Capita$49,461
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty1.8%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$291,400
Rent$1,048
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$331,088
Housing Units4,979
Rent Burden23.2%

Crime

F
Violent25/100K
Property1,916/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault8/100K
Burglary75/100K

Health

Obesity28.1%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking11.8%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation623 ft (190 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.7%
High School+97.8%
Graduate+21.9%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband91.7%
EV Stations1

Is Crestwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crestwood receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Crestwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crestwood is $115,512, which is significantly higher than the national average — 54% above $75,149. This places Crestwood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crestwood is $291,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,048 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Crestwood is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,916 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Crestwood is a highly educated community — 56.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Crestwood 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.

Crestwood has a population of 12,298 with a density of 3,426 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%).

Population

12,298
Total Population
3,426
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Crestwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crestwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crestwood is $115,512, which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Crestwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,512
54% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,461

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Crestwood is $291,400, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,048 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $331,088.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$291,400
3% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$331,088
Median List Price$320,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$320,000
$/Sq Ft$181
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio108.1%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,048
10% below US avg
Rent Burden23.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.1%
Housing Units4,979
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

In Crestwood, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 11.8% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.8%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress10.8%
Short Sleep30.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits69.8%

Food & Exercise

Crestwood has a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents, 93% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,916 per 100,000 (2% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent25.1/100K
93% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape8.4/100K
Robbery8.4/100K
Assault8.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,916.3/100K
2% below US avg
Burglary75.3/100K
Theft1,815.9/100K
Vehicle Theft25.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Crestwood has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation623 ft (190 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density3,426/sq mi
Coordinates38.5570°N, 90.3818°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
56.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 91.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+56.7%
68% above US avg
High School+97.8%
Graduate Degree+21.9%
School Test Score5.51
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,426/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.7%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.8%

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