Hayti Heights, MO

Missouri

Hayti Heights is a small town in Missouri with a population of 382. Residents earn $21,250 per year, which is 72% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
382 Population 390/sq mi density
$21,250 Median Income $9,358 per capita
$33,800 Home Value
$656 Median Rent 35.3% income on rent
663 Violent Crime/100K 332 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$21,250 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$33,800 home value, $656/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
663 violent crimes/100K (75% above avg)
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,250
72% lower than US avg
Home Value $33,800
88% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 663/100K
75% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $656
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 56.8%
77% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 39.0%
215% higher than US avg

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

People

Population382
Median Age16.3 yrs
Density390/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 9%
Veterans2.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$21,250
Per Capita$9,358
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty39.0%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$33,800
Rent$656
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units232
Rent Burden35.3%

Crime

F
Violent663/100K
Property332/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault663/100K
Burglary166/100K

Health

Obesity56.8%
Uninsured17.9%
Smoking31.3%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease8.8%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation269 ft (82 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+79.5%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband84.0%

Is Hayti Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hayti Heights receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Hayti Heights has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hayti Heights is $21,250, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 39.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hayti Heights is $33,800, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $656 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 663 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 332 per 100,000, 83% below the national average.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hayti Heights has a population of 382 with a density of 390 people per square mile. The median age is 16.3 years, 58% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (78.5%), with 9.2% White.

Population

382
Total Population
390
People / sq mi
16.3yrs
Median Age
58% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hayti Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hayti Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hayti Heights is $21,250, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 39.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Hayti Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,250
72% below US avg
Per Capita Income$9,358

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate39.0%
215% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone61.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hayti Heights is $33,800, 88% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $656 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$33,800
88% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$656
44% below US avg
Rent Burden35.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied19.8%
Housing Units232
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

In Hayti Heights, 56.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% of residents lack health insurance. 31.3% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 54.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hayti Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity56.8%
77% above US avg
Diabetes24.0%
Heart Disease8.8%
High Blood Pressure52.4%
Asthma15.0%
COPD14.0%
Cancer4.5%
Stroke7.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking31.3%
124% above US avg
Binge Drinking9.5%
Physical Inactivity54.2%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress24.7%
Physical Distress22.0%
Short Sleep55.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Uninsured17.9%
108% above US avg
Checkup Rate82.6%
Dental Visits31.9%

Food & Exercise

Hayti Heights has a violent crime rate of 663 per 100,000 residents, 75% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 332 per 100,000 (83% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent663.4/100K
75% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault663.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property331.7/100K
83% below US avg
Burglary165.8/100K
Theft165.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 84.0% 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+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+79.5%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density390/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone61.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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