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Grandview, MO

Missouri

Grandview is a small city in Missouri with a population of 25,821. Residents earn $53,431 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
25,821 Population 1,753/sq mi density
$53,431 Median Income $29,355 per capita
$171,200 Home Value $211,207 Zillow
$1,007 Median Rent 30.1% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
321 Violent Crime/100K 3,347 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$53,431 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$171,200 home value, $1,007/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
321 violent crimes/100K (15% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,431
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $171,200
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 321/100K
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.0%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,007
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population25,821
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density1,753/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 48%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,431
Per Capita$29,355
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty12.8%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$171,200
Rent$1,007
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,207
Housing Units11,897
Rent Burden30.1%

Crime

F
Violent321/100K
Property3,347/100K
Murder11.8/100K
Assault192/100K
Burglary749/100K

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking18.0%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.0%
High School+88.8%
Graduate+7.4%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute22 min
Broadband92.0%
EV Stations6

Is Grandview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grandview receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Grandview offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grandview is $53,431, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grandview is $171,200, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,007 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Grandview is below the national average at 321 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,347 per 100,000, 71% above the national average.

Education

24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Grandview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Grandview has a population of 25,821 with a density of 1,753 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.4%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 33.1% Black.

Population

25,821
Total Population
1,753
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
14.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Grandview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.9%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.1%
2% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grandview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grandview is $53,431, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Grandview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,431
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,355

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Grandview is $171,200, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,007 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,207.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$171,200
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$211,207
Median List Price$260,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$260,000
$/Sq Ft$160
Homes Sold21
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops29.4%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,007
13% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,316
Rent Burden30.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.5%
Housing Units11,897
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

In Grandview, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 34.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.4%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity34.5%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits55.5%

Food & Exercise

Grandview has a violent crime rate of 321 per 100,000 residents, 15% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,347 per 100,000 (71% above US avg). The murder rate is 11.8 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent321.4/100K
15% below US avg
Murder11.8/100K
87% above US avg
Rape27.4/100K
Robbery90.2/100K
Assault192.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,347.4/100K
71% above US avg
Burglary748.7/100K
Theft2,132.3/100K
Vehicle Theft466.5/100K
Arson19.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Grandview has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. The area enjoys 264 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.9 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)
Area14.7 sq mi (38.2 km²)
Population Density1,753/sq mi
Coordinates38.8858°N, 94.5330°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 92.0% 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+24.0%
29% below US avg
High School+88.8%
Graduate Degree+7.4%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,753/sq mi
Total Area14.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.4%

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