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Hazelwood, MO

Missouri

Hazelwood is a small city in Missouri with a population of 25,214. Residents earn $55,930 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
25,214 Population 1,572/sq mi density
$55,930 Median Income $31,963 per capita
$154,900 Home Value $154,761 Zillow
$956 Median Rent 32.4% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
273 Violent Crime/100K 3,230 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$55,930 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,900 home value, $956/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
273 violent crimes/100K (28% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,930
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,900
45% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 273/100K
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.8%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $956
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.1%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population25,214
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density1,572/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 48%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,930
Per Capita$31,963
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty13.1%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,900
Rent$956
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,761
Housing Units12,549
Rent Burden32.4%

Crime

F
Violent273/100K
Property3,230/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault129/100K
Burglary530/100K

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking17.6%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation574 ft (175 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.8%
High School+92.4%
Graduate+9.8%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband94.7%
EV Stations8

Is Hazelwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hazelwood receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Hazelwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hazelwood is $55,930, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hazelwood is $154,900, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $956 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Hazelwood is below the national average at 273 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,230 per 100,000, 65% above the national average.

Education

28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hazelwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 6.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hazelwood has a population of 25,214 with a density of 1,572 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 40.1% Black.

Population

25,214
Total Population
1,572
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
16.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hazelwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hazelwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hazelwood is $55,930, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Hazelwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,930
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,963

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.1%
6% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone74.6%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hazelwood is $154,900, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $956 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,761.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,900
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,761
Median List Price$180,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$180,000
$/Sq Ft$119
Homes Sold20
Sale-to-List Ratio94.8%
Price Drops19.5%
Inventory41

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$956
18% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,347
Rent Burden32.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.5%
Housing Units12,549
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

In Hazelwood, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.9%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits58.8%

Food & Exercise

Hazelwood has a violent crime rate of 273 per 100,000 residents, 28% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,230 per 100,000 (65% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent272.8/100K
28% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape31.2/100K
Robbery113.0/100K
Assault128.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,230.5/100K
65% above US avg
Burglary530.0/100K
Theft2,497.9/100K
Vehicle Theft202.6/100K
Arson3.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Hazelwood has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 266 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall6.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Area16.0 sq mi (41.5 km²)
Population Density1,572/sq mi
Coordinates38.7714°N, 90.3710°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 94.7% 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+28.8%
15% below US avg
High School+92.4%
Graduate Degree+9.8%
School Test Score5.51
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,572/sq mi
Total Area16.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.7%
EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations9

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone74.6%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home11.4%

Nearby Cities

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