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Flordell Hills, MO

Missouri

Flordell Hills is a small town in Missouri with a population of 1,300. Residents earn $31,786 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
1,300 Population 10,833/sq mi density
$31,786 Median Income $14,630 per capita
$53,200 Home Value $65,479 Zillow
$1,168 Median Rent 39.6% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
1,100 Violent Crime/100K 3,056 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.2 / 5.0
$31,786 median income, 24.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$53,200 home value, $1,168/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,100 violent crimes/100K (190% above avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,786
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $53,200
81% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,100/100K
190% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,168
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 49.2%
53% higher than US avg
Unemployment 24.7%
586% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 40.1%
223% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,300
Median Age26.4 yrs
Density10,833/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

F
Median Income$31,786
Per Capita$14,630
Unemployment24.7%
Poverty40.1%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$53,200
Rent$1,168
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$65,479
Housing Units565
Rent Burden39.6%

Crime

F
Violent1,100/100K
Property3,056/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault489/100K
Burglary1,222/100K

Health

Obesity49.2%
Uninsured16.1%
Smoking29.3%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation548 ft (167 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+91.0%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Broadband90.1%

Is Flordell Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flordell Hills receives an overall livability score of 2.3 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, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Flordell Hills has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Flordell Hills is $31,786, 58% below the national average of $75,149. At 24.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 40.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Flordell Hills is $53,200, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,168 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 1,100 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,056 per 100,000, 56% above the national average.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Flordell Hills 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.

Flordell Hills has a population of 1,300 with a density of 10,833 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age is 26.4 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 60.8% female and 39.2% male. The city is predominantly Black (92.4%), with 2.6% White, 2.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 7.2% of the population are veterans. 17.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,300
Total Population
10,833
People / sq mi
26.4yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.2%
Female 60.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Flordell Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Flordell Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flordell Hills is $31,786, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $14,630 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 24.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 40.1% 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 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Flordell Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,786
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,630

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment24.7%
586% above US avg
Poverty Rate40.1%
223% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit4.6%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Flordell Hills is $53,200, 81% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $65,479, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,168 (0% 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 565 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1943. 39.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$53,200
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$65,479

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,168
0% below US avg
Rent Burden39.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied27.7%
Housing Units565
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

In Flordell Hills, 49.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 21.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.0% of residents, above the national average. 50.6% have high blood pressure. 29.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 48.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 24.3% experience frequent mental distress. 16.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Flordell Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity49.2%
53% above US avg
Diabetes21.1%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure50.6%
Asthma14.6%
COPD12.1%
Cancer4.4%
Stroke6.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking29.3%
109% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity48.3%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress24.3%
Physical Distress20.0%
Short Sleep48.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Uninsured16.1%
87% above US avg
Checkup Rate80.6%
Dental Visits36.2%

Food & Exercise

Flordell Hills has a violent crime rate of 1,100 per 100,000 residents, 190% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 489.0 per 100,000, robbery at 611.3, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,056 per 100,000, 56% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,711, burglary at 1,222, vehicle theft at 122 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Flordell Hills receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,100.2/100K
190% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery611.3/100K
Assault489.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,056.2/100K
56% above US avg
Burglary1,222.5/100K
Theft1,711.5/100K
Vehicle Theft122.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Flordell Hills 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 548 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

Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density10,833/sq mi
Coordinates38.7176°N, 90.2657°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.0 in Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 2.2 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.5 in
April 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
May 66°F (19°C) 4.1 in Wettest
June 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in
July 78°F (26°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.2 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.4 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in Coldest

Flordell Hills has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 34°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.0").

11.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. 1.7% 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. 90.1% of households have broadband internet access. 87.3% of workers drive alone to work, while 4.6% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+91.0%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density10,833/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.1%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit4.6%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Flordell Hills

What is the population of Flordell Hills?

Flordell Hills has a population of 1,300 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 10,833 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 60.8% female and 39.2% male.

Is Flordell Hills expensive to live in?

Flordell Hills 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 $31,786, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $53,200 (81% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,168 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Flordell Hills safe?

Public safety is a concern in Flordell Hills, with a violent crime rate of 1,100 per 100,000 — significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,056 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Flordell Hills receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Flordell Hills?

Flordell Hills 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 Flordell Hills?

The job market in Flordell Hills faces challenges, with unemployment at 24.7% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Flordell Hills?

The median home value in Flordell Hills is $53,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $65,479. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,168. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Flordell Hills?

Schools in Flordell Hills score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 11.1% of adults in Flordell Hills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Flordell Hills?

The obesity rate in Flordell Hills is 49.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 29.3% of adults are smokers. 48.3% are physically inactive. 23.2% of residents report depression. 16.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Flordell Hills?

The average commute in Flordell Hills is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.3% of workers drive alone to work, 4.6% use public transit, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Flordell Hills?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Flordell Hills is 2.6% White, 92.4% Black or African American, 2.2% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 7.2% of the population are military veterans. 17.3% of residents have a disability. 87.4% have health insurance coverage.

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