Grantwood Village, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $134,844

79% higher than US avg

Home Value $488,500

73% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 66.1%

96% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 29.3%

9% lower than US avg

Unemployment 1.1%

69% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.2%

90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population915

Median Age44.5 yrs

Density1,116/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 96%

Veterans7.8%

Economy

A+

Median Income$134,844

Per Capita$71,029

Unemployment1.1%

Poverty1.2%

Commute19 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$488,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$562,806

Housing Units393

Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity29.3%

Uninsured6.2%

Smoking13.9%

Depression26.3%

Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain45.6 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation600 ft (183 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+66.1%

High School+98.6%

Graduate+28.2%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute19 min

Broadband96.0%

Is Grantwood Village a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grantwood Village receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Grantwood Village stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grantwood Village is $134,844, which is significantly higher than the national average — 79% above $75,149. This places Grantwood Village among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grantwood Village is $488,500, making it a premium housing market at 73% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Grantwood Village is a highly educated community — 66.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Grantwood Village 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.

Grantwood Village has a population of 915 with a density of 1,116 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.9% female and 46.1% male. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92% of residents, while 8% speak Spanish. 7.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 7.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 99.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

915

Total Population

1,116

People / sq mi

44.5yrs

Median Age

14% above US avg

0.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%

Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Grantwood Village vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	92.0%
	17% above US avg
Spanish	8.0%
	40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grantwood Village vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grantwood Village is $134,844, which is 79% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $71,029 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% 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 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 25.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Grantwood Village vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$134,844
	79% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$71,029

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.1%
	69% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.2%
	90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	19.4 min
Drive Alone	62.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	25.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Grantwood Village is $488,500, 73% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $562,806, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 393 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1956. 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$488,500
	73% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$562,806

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	95.7%
Housing Units	393
Median Year Built	1956

Property Tax

In Grantwood Village, 29.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.7% of residents, below the national average. 29.4% have high blood pressure. 13.9% are current smokers. 20.7% report binge drinking. 21.8% are physically inactive. 26.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.8% experience frequent mental distress. 6.2% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Grantwood Village vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	29.3%
	9% below US avg
Diabetes	7.9%
Heart Disease	4.7%
High Blood Pressure	29.4%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.9%
	1% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.7%
Physical Inactivity	21.8%
Depression	26.3%
Mental Distress	17.8%
Physical Distress	11.7%
Short Sleep	32.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	99.0%
Uninsured	6.2%
	28% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.3%
Dental Visits	63.8%

Food & Exercise

Grantwood Village 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 600 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	58.2°F
	8% above US avg
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	45.6 inches
	20% above US avg
Snowfall	7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	600 ft (183 m)
Area	0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density	1,116/sq mi
Coordinates	38.5532°N, 90.3475°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	38°F (3°C)	2.0 in	Driest
February	35°F (2°C)	2.2 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.6 in
April	56°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	66°F (19°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
June	74°F (23°C)	3.6 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.2 in
September	69°F (21°C)	3.2 in
October	58°F (14°C)	2.8 in
November	46°F (8°C)	3.5 in
December	34°F (1°C)	3.0 in	Coldest

Grantwood Village has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 34°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.0").

66.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 96% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. 28.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (above 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. 96.0% of households have broadband internet access. 62.8% 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+	66.1%
	96% above US avg
High School+	98.6%
Graduate Degree+	28.2%
School Test Score	5.51

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,116/sq mi
Total Area	0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	96.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	19.4 min
Drive Alone	62.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	25.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Grantwood Village

What is the population of Grantwood Village?

Grantwood Village has a population of 915 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,116 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.9% female and 46.1% male.

Is Grantwood Village expensive to live in?

Grantwood Village 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 $134,844, 79% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $488,500 (73% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Grantwood Village?

Grantwood Village 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 Grantwood Village?

The job market in Grantwood Village is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 25.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Grantwood Village?

The median home value in Grantwood Village is $488,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $562,806.

How are the schools in Grantwood Village?

Schools in Grantwood Village score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 66.1% of adults in Grantwood Village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. 28.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Grantwood Village?

The obesity rate in Grantwood Village is 29.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.9% of adults are smokers. 21.8% are physically inactive. 26.3% of residents report depression. 6.2% lack health insurance (below the national rate).

What is transportation like in Grantwood Village?

The average commute in Grantwood Village is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 62.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 25.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Grantwood Village?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Grantwood Village is 96.1% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 92% of residents speak only English at home, while 8% speak Spanish. 7.8% of the population are military veterans. 7.0% of residents have a disability. 99.0% have health insurance coverage.

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