Hanley Hills, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $50,388

33% lower than US avg

Home Value $66,600

76% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 17.1%

49% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,174

1% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 44.5%

39% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.7%

3% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.7%

14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,727

Median Age38.9 yrs

Density4,797/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 24%

Veterans9.4%

Economy

B+

Median Income$50,388

Per Capita$29,116

Unemployment3.7%

Poverty10.7%

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$66,600

Rent$1,174

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$88,241

Housing Units788

Rent Burden28.2%

Health

Obesity44.5%

Uninsured12.8%

Smoking23.0%

Depression22.5%

Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain45.6 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation564 ft (172 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.1%

High School+87.9%

Graduate+2.7%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute22 min

Broadband90.2%

Is Hanley Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hanley Hills receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Hanley Hills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hanley Hills is $50,388, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.7% 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 Hanley Hills is $66,600, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,174 per month. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hanley Hills 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.

Hanley Hills has a population of 1,727 with a density of 4,797 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Black (71.7%), with 24.1% White, 2.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.8% of residents. 9.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 21.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,727

Total Population

4,797

People / sq mi

38.9yrs

Median Age

0% below US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hanley Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.8%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	2.2%
	84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hanley Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hanley Hills is $50,388, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,116 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hanley Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$50,388
	33% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$29,116

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.7%
	3% above US avg
Poverty Rate	10.7%
	14% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.6 min
Drive Alone	74.3%
Public Transit	10.8%
Work from Home	4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hanley Hills is $66,600, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $88,241, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 94.4% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,174 (1% above 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 788 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1954. 28.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$66,600
	76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$88,241
Median List Price	$76,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$76,900
$/Sq Ft	$141
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	94.4%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,174
	1% above US avg
Rent Burden	28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	57.4%
Housing Units	788
Median Year Built	1954

Property Tax

In Hanley Hills, 44.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.6% of residents. 45.5% have high blood pressure. 23.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 12.7% report binge drinking. 40.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 22.5% report depression. 22.0% experience frequent mental distress. 12.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Hanley Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	44.5%
	39% above US avg
Diabetes	17.1%
Heart Disease	6.6%
High Blood Pressure	45.5%
Asthma	13.6%
COPD	9.0%
Cancer	4.8%
Stroke	5.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.0%
	64% above US avg
Binge Drinking	12.7%
Physical Inactivity	40.2%
Depression	22.5%
Mental Distress	22.0%
Physical Distress	16.8%
Short Sleep	46.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	84.2%
Uninsured	12.8%
	49% above US avg
Checkup Rate	80.3%
Dental Visits	44.2%

Food & Exercise

Hanley Hills 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 564 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	564 ft (172 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density	4,797/sq mi
Coordinates	38.6859°N, 90.3237°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	38°F (3°C)	2.0 in	Driest
February	34°F (1°C)	2.2 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.5 in
April	56°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	66°F (19°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
June	75°F (24°C)	3.7 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.2 in
September	70°F (21°C)	3.2 in
October	58°F (14°C)	2.8 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.4 in
December	34°F (1°C)	3.0 in	Coldest

Hanley Hills has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 34°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.0").

17.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 49% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. 2.7% 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. 90.2% of households have broadband internet access. 74.3% of workers drive alone to work, while 10.8% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	17.1%
	49% below US avg
High School+	87.9%
Graduate Degree+	2.7%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	4,797/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	90.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.6 min
Drive Alone	74.3%
Public Transit	10.8%
Work from Home	4.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Hanley Hills

What is the population of Hanley Hills?

Hanley Hills has a population of 1,727 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 4,797 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Hanley Hills expensive to live in?

Hanley Hills 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 $50,388, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $66,600 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,174 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Hanley Hills?

Hanley Hills 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 Hanley Hills?

Hanley Hills has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 4.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hanley Hills?

The median home value in Hanley Hills is $66,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $88,241. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,174. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Hanley Hills?

Schools in Hanley Hills score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.1% of adults in Hanley Hills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Hanley Hills?

The obesity rate in Hanley Hills is 44.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.0% of adults are smokers. 40.2% are physically inactive. 22.5% of residents report depression. 12.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Hanley Hills?

The average commute in Hanley Hills is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 74.3% of workers drive alone to work, 10.8% use public transit, and 4.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hanley Hills?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hanley Hills is 24.1% White, 71.7% Black or African American, 2.4% Hispanic or Latino. 97.8% of residents speak only English at home. 9.4% of the population are military veterans. 21.2% of residents have a disability. 84.2% have health insurance coverage.

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