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Des Peres, MO

Missouri

Des Peres is a small city in Missouri with a population of 9,145. Residents earn $214,167 per year, which is 185% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
9,145 Population 2,117/sq mi density
$214,167 Median Income $109,876 per capita
$591,800 Home Value $673,219 Zillow
$1,931 Median Rent 29.3% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
59 Violent Crime/100K 4,218 property/100K
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$214,167 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$591,800 home value, $1,931/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
59 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
80.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $214,167
185% higher than US avg
Home Value $591,800
110% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 59/100K
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 80.5%
139% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,931
66% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.6%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population9,145
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density2,117/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$214,167
Per Capita$109,876
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty1.2%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$591,800
Rent$1,931
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$673,219
Housing Units3,330
Rent Burden29.3%

Crime

F
Violent59/100K
Property4,218/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary118/100K

Health

Obesity25.6%
Uninsured4.5%
Smoking8.7%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

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

Education

A+
Bachelor's+80.5%
High School+97.4%
Graduate+33.3%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Broadband97.2%
EV Stations2

Is Des Peres a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Des Peres 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. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Des Peres stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Des Peres is $214,167, which is significantly higher than the national average — 185% above $75,149. This places Des Peres among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Des Peres is $591,800, making it a premium housing market at 110% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,931 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Des Peres is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 59 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,218 per 100,000, 115% above the national average.

Education

Des Peres is a highly educated community — 80.5% 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

Des Peres 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.

Des Peres has a population of 9,145 with a density of 2,117 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 49.1% male. The city is predominantly White (92.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.5% of residents, while 5.5% speak Spanish. 3.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 5.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 98.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,145
Total Population
2,117
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Des Peres vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Des Peres vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Des Peres is $214,167, which is 185% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $109,876 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% 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 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 18.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Des Peres vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$214,167
185% above US avg
Per Capita Income$109,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Des Peres is $591,800, 110% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $673,219, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.6% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,931 (66% 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 3,330 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. 29.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$591,800
110% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$673,219
Median List Price$675,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$675,000
$/Sq Ft$162
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops7.1%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,931
66% above US avg
Rent Burden29.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.3%
Housing Units3,330
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

In Des Peres, 25.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 3.9% of residents, below the national average. 26.5% have high blood pressure. 8.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 20.8% report binge drinking. 16.3% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 14.4% experience frequent mental distress. 4.5% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Des Peres vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.6%
20% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma9.7%
COPD3.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.7%
38% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity16.3%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress14.4%
Physical Distress9.1%
Short Sleep28.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured4.5%
48% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits74.9%

Food & Exercise

Des Peres has a violent crime rate of 59 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 58.9, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,218 per 100,000, 115% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 4,041, burglary at 118, vehicle theft at 59 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Des Peres receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent58.9/100K
84% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery58.9/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,217.7/100K
115% above US avg
Burglary117.8/100K
Theft4,041.0/100K
Vehicle Theft58.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Des Peres 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 623 feet.

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)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.2 km²)
Population Density2,117/sq mi
Coordinates38.6009°N, 90.4329°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.0 in Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.2 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.6 in
April 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
May 66°F (19°C) 4.1 in Wettest
June 74°F (23°C) 3.6 in
July 78°F (26°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in
September 69°F (21°C) 3.2 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in Coldest

Des Peres has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 34°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.0").

80.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 139% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. 33.3% 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. 97.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. 76.9% 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+80.5%
139% above US avg
High School+97.4%
Graduate Degree+33.3%
School Test Score5.51
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,117/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.2%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Des Peres

What is the population of Des Peres?

Des Peres has a population of 9,145 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 2,117 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.1% male.

Is Des Peres expensive to live in?

Des Peres 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 $214,167, 185% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $591,800 (110% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,931 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Des Peres safe?

Des Peres is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 59 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,218 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Des Peres receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Des Peres?

Des Peres 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 Des Peres?

The job market in Des Peres is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 18.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Des Peres?

The median home value in Des Peres is $591,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $673,219. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,931. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Des Peres?

Schools in Des Peres score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 80.5% of adults in Des Peres hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. 33.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Des Peres?

The obesity rate in Des Peres is 25.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.7% of adults are smokers. 16.3% are physically inactive. 23.9% of residents report depression. 4.5% lack health insurance (below the national rate).

What is transportation like in Des Peres?

The average commute in Des Peres is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Des Peres?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Des Peres is 92.1% White, 0.6% Black or African American. 94.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.5% speak Spanish. 3.7% of the population are military veterans. 5.2% of residents have a disability. 98.8% have health insurance coverage.

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