Garden City, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $63,625

15% lower than US avg

Home Value $165,200

41% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 185/100K

51% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 8.0%

76% lower than US avg

Median Rent $863

26% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.1%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.8%

22% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.5%

72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,539

Median Age36.3 yrs

Density623/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 90%

Veterans14.7%

Economy

Median Income$63,625

Per Capita$29,471

Unemployment2.8%

Poverty3.5%

Commute30 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$165,200

Rent$863

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$212,359

Housing Units775

Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

Violent185/100K

Property1,353/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault185/100K

Burglary246/100K

Health

Obesity39.1%

Uninsured9.1%

Smoking17.9%

Depression26.3%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain40.2 in/yr

Sunny Days263/yr

Elevation925 ft (282 m)

Education

Bachelor's+8.0%

High School+91.9%

Graduate+1.4%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute30 min

Broadband87.8%

Is Garden City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garden City receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Garden City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garden City is $63,625, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Garden City is $165,200, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $863 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Garden City is below the national average at 185 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,353 per 100,000, 31% below the national average.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Garden City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Garden City has a population of 1,539 with a density of 623 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 1.5% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.1% of residents. 14.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 10.5% of residents have a disability. 89.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,539

Total Population

623

People / sq mi

36.3yrs

Median Age

7% below US avg

2.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%

Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Garden City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.1%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.9%
	86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Garden City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garden City is $63,625, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,471 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% 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 30 minutes. 3.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Garden City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,625
	15% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$29,471

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.8%
	22% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.5%
	72% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	30.0 min
Drive Alone	83.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Garden City is $165,200, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,359, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $863 (26% 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 775 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1986. 22.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$165,200
	41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$212,359

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$863
	26% below US avg
Rent Burden	22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	65.8%
Housing Units	775
Median Year Built	1986

Property Tax

In Garden City, 39.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 31.9% have high blood pressure. 17.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.5% report binge drinking. 27.7% are physically inactive. 26.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.4% experience frequent mental distress. 9.1% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Garden City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.1%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	10.1%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	31.9%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	7.3%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.9%
	28% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.5%
Physical Inactivity	27.7%
Depression	26.3%
Mental Distress	19.4%
Physical Distress	13.6%
Short Sleep	40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.5%
Uninsured	9.1%
	6% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.2%
Dental Visits	58.5%

Food & Exercise

Garden City has a violent crime rate of 185 per 100,000 residents, 51% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 184.5 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,353 per 100,000, 31% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,046, burglary at 246, vehicle theft at 62 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Garden City receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	184.5/100K
	51% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	184.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,353.0/100K
	31% below US avg
Burglary	246.0/100K
Theft	1,045.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	61.5/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Garden City experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 263 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 40.2 inches. The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 925 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	54.6°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	28°F (-2°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.2 inches
	6% above US avg
Snowfall	4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	925 ft (282 m)
Area	2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density	623/sq mi
Coordinates	38.5610°N, 94.1913°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	28°F (-2°C)	1.3 in	Coldest, Driest
February	34°F (1°C)	1.4 in
March	44°F (7°C)	3.1 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.8 in
June	73°F (23°C)	5.2 in	Wettest
July	78°F (26°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.9 in
September	69°F (20°C)	4.7 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.8 in
November	44°F (7°C)	2.7 in
December	33°F (0°C)	1.8 in

Garden City has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 28°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.2") and January the driest (1.3").

8.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 76% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. 1.4% 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. 87.8% of households have broadband internet access. 83.9% 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+	8.0%
	76% below US avg
High School+	91.9%
Graduate Degree+	1.4%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	623/sq mi
Total Area	2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	87.8%
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	30.0 min
Drive Alone	83.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Garden City

What is the population of Garden City?

Garden City has a population of 1,539 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 623 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Garden City expensive to live in?

Garden City 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 $63,625, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $165,200 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $863 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Garden City safe?

Garden City is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 185 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,353 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Garden City receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Garden City?

Garden City has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Garden City?

The job market in Garden City is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 3.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Garden City?

The median home value in Garden City is $165,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,359. For renters, the median monthly rent is $863. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Garden City?

Schools in Garden City score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 8.0% of adults in Garden City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Garden City?

The obesity rate in Garden City is 39.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.9% of adults are smokers. 27.7% are physically inactive. 26.3% of residents report depression. 9.1% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Garden City?

The average commute in Garden City is 30 minutes. 83.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Garden City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Garden City is 89.9% White, 1.5% Hispanic or Latino. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 14.7% of the population are military veterans. 10.5% of residents have a disability. 89.5% have health insurance coverage.

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