Foristell, MO

Missouri

Foristell is a small town in Missouri with a population of 705. Residents earn $112,823 per year, which is 50% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
705 Population 116/sq mi density
$112,823 Median Income $48,304 per capita
$449,500 Home Value $399,652 Zillow
$862 Median Rent 32.3% income on rent
392 Violent Crime/100K 6,275 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$112,823 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$449,500 home value, $862/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
392 violent crimes/100K (3% above avg)
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $112,823
50% higher than US avg
Home Value $449,500
59% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 392/100K
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.7%
33% higher than US avg
Median Rent $862
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population705
Median Age52.9 yrs
Density116/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans12.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$112,823
Per Capita$48,304
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.8%
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$449,500
Rent$862
Ownership76.9%
Zillow$399,652
Rent Burden32.3%

Crime

F
Violent392/100K
Property6,275/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault196/100K
Burglary392/100K

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.7%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Broadband94.6%

Is Foristell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Foristell receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Foristell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Foristell is $112,823, which is significantly higher than the national average — 50% above $75,149. This places Foristell among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Foristell is $449,500, making it a premium housing market at 59% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $862 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 392 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,275 per 100,000, 220% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Foristell has a population of 705 with a density of 116 people per square mile. The median age is 52.9 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

705
Total Population
116
People / sq mi
52.9yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.4%
Female 57.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Foristell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Foristell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Foristell is $112,823, which is 50% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Foristell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$112,823
50% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,304

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone89.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Foristell is $449,500, 59% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $862 (26% below US avg). 76.9% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $399,652.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$449,500
59% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$399,652
Median List Price$341,060

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$341,060
$/Sq Ft$205
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.2%
Price Drops17.7%
Inventory17

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$862
26% below US avg
Rent Burden32.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.9%
Owner-Occupied76.9%

Property Tax

In Foristell, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate75.2%

Food & Exercise

Foristell has a violent crime rate of 392 per 100,000 residents, 3% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,275 per 100,000 (220% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent392.2/100K
3% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery196.1/100K
Assault196.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property6,274.5/100K
220% above US avg
Burglary392.2/100K
Theft5,490.2/100K
Vehicle Theft392.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area6.1 sq mi (15.7 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates38.8151°N, 90.9560°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
44.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 94.6% 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+44.7%
33% above US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.51
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density116/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.6%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone89.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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