Greendale, MO

Missouri

Greendale is a small town in Missouri with a population of 805. Residents earn $40,547 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
805 Population 4,237/sq mi density
$40,547 Median Income $29,147 per capita
$111,200 Home Value $139,551 Zillow
$1,358 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$40,547 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,200 home value, $1,358/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,547
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,200
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.7%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,358
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 51.7%
317% higher than US avg

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

People

Population805
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density4,237/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 13%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,547
Per Capita$29,147
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty51.7%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,200
Rent$1,358
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,551
Housing Units389
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,832/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary153/100K

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking16.9%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation636 ft (194 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.7%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+13.6%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Broadband90.0%

Is Greendale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greendale receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Greendale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greendale is $40,547, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 51.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greendale is $111,200, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,358 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Greendale is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,832 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

30.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Greendale 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.

Greendale has a population of 805 with a density of 4,237 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (80.9%), with 12.7% White, 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

805
Total Population
4,237
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36%
Female 64%

Race & Ethnicity

Greendale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greendale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greendale is $40,547, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 51.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Greendale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,547
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,147

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate51.7%
317% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit4.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Greendale is $111,200, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,358 (17% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,551.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,200
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,551

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$122
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio91.2%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,358
17% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.1%
Housing Units389
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

In Greendale, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure41.2%
Asthma12.4%
COPD6.9%
Cancer5.2%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep42.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Checkup Rate80.2%
Dental Visits51.2%

Food & Exercise

Greendale has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,832 per 100,000 (7% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,832.1/100K
7% below US avg
Burglary152.7/100K
Theft1,526.7/100K
Vehicle Theft152.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Greendale has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

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

Elevation636 ft (194 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density4,237/sq mi
Coordinates38.6953°N, 90.3132°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
30.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 90.0% 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+30.7%
9% below US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+13.6%
School Test Score5.51
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4,237/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit4.0%
Work from Home16.7%

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