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Ferguson, MO

Missouri

Ferguson is a small city in Missouri with a population of 18,350. Residents earn $46,106 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
18,350 Population 2,974/sq mi density
$46,106 Median Income $28,833 per capita
$99,300 Home Value $113,765 Zillow
$1,066 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
545 Violent Crime/100K 4,870 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$46,106 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,300 home value, $1,066/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
545 violent crimes/100K (43% above avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,106
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,300
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 545/100K
43% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,066
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.1%
70% higher than US avg

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

People

Population18,350
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density2,974/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 26%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,106
Per Capita$28,833
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty21.1%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,300
Rent$1,066
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$113,765
Housing Units9,270
Rent Burden36.3%

Crime

F
Violent545/100K
Property4,870/100K
Murder9.5/100K
Assault285/100K
Burglary1,546/100K

Health

Obesity42.6%
Uninsured11.4%
Smoking21.6%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation522 ft (159 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+89.8%
Graduate+8.1%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute25 min
Broadband90.2%

Is Ferguson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ferguson receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Ferguson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ferguson is $46,106, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ferguson is $99,300, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,066 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 545 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,870 per 100,000, 148% above the national average.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ferguson 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.

Ferguson has a population of 18,350 with a density of 2,974 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (69.9%), with 25.7% White.

Population

18,350
Total Population
2,974
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ferguson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ferguson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ferguson is $46,106, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Ferguson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,106
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,833

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.1%
70% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone71.1%
Public Transit6.0%
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ferguson is $99,300, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,066 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $113,765.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,300
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$113,765
Median List Price$109,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$109,950
$/Sq Ft$80
Homes Sold15
Sale-to-List Ratio97.7%
Price Drops26.2%
Inventory65

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,066
8% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,293
Rent Burden36.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.8%
Housing Units9,270
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

In Ferguson, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.4% of residents lack health insurance. 21.6% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 37.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes15.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure43.4%
Asthma13.2%
COPD8.8%
Cancer5.4%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.6%
54% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.4%
Physical Inactivity37.3%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep43.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Uninsured11.4%
33% above US avg
Checkup Rate80.1%
Dental Visits48.8%

Food & Exercise

Ferguson has a violent crime rate of 545 per 100,000 residents, 43% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,870 per 100,000 (148% above US avg). The murder rate is 9.5 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent545.3/100K
43% above US avg
Murder9.5/100K
50% above US avg
Rape9.5/100K
Robbery241.8/100K
Assault284.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,869.6/100K
148% above US avg
Burglary1,545.8/100K
Theft2,977.7/100K
Vehicle Theft346.1/100K
Arson56.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Ferguson 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

Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density2,974/sq mi
Coordinates38.7442°N, 90.3054°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 90.2% 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+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+89.8%
Graduate Degree+8.1%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,974/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.2%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone71.1%
Public Transit6.0%
Work from Home14.5%

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