Ladue, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $250,001

233% higher than US avg

Home Value $1,027,000

264% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 47/100K

88% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 87.8%

161% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,813

56% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 24.1%

25% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.5%

86% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.2%

90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,948

Median Age48.4 yrs

Density1,045/mi²

Male / Female51% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 87%

Veterans4.3%

Economy

A+

Median Income$250,001

Per Capita$176,818

Unemployment0.5%

Poverty1.2%

Commute15 min

Housing

Home Value$1,027,000

Rent$1,813

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$1,303,014

Housing Units3,532

Rent Burden18.1%

Crime

Violent47/100K

Property1,412/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault23/100K

Burglary233/100K

Health

Obesity24.1%

Uninsured3.7%

Smoking7.1%

Depression23.2%

Heart Disease3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain45.6 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation617 ft (188 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+87.8%

High School+99.0%

Graduate+51.3%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute15 min

Broadband97.2%

Is Ladue a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ladue receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Ladue offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ladue is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Ladue among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ladue is $1,027,000, making it a premium housing market at 264% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,813 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Ladue is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 47 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,412 per 100,000, 28% below the national average.

Education

Ladue is a highly educated community — 87.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ladue 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.

Ladue has a population of 8,948 with a density of 1,045 people per square mile, spread across 8.6 square miles. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 1.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.5% of residents, while 13.5% speak Spanish. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 6.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 99.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,948

Total Population

1,045

People / sq mi

48.4yrs

Median Age

24% above US avg

8.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%

Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ladue vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	86.5%
	10% above US avg
Spanish	13.5%
	1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ladue vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ladue is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $176,818 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.5% (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 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 16.0% of workers work from home.

Income: Ladue vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$250,001
	233% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$176,818

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.5%
	86% 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	14.7 min
Drive Alone	78.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	16.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ladue is $1,027,000, 264% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,303,014, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,813 (56% 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 3,532 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1955. 18.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$1,027,000
	264% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$1,303,014
Median List Price	$2,030,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$2,030,000
$/Sq Ft	$416
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	99.1%
Price Drops	15.4%
Inventory	13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,813
	56% above US avg
Rent Burden	18.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	95.6%
Housing Units	3,532
Median Year Built	1955

Property Tax

In Ladue, 24.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 3.6% of residents, below the national average. 25.4% have high blood pressure. 7.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 20.6% report binge drinking. 14.6% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 13.5% experience frequent mental distress. 3.7% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	24.1%
	25% below US avg
Diabetes	6.2%
Heart Disease	3.6%
High Blood Pressure	25.4%
Asthma	9.5%
COPD	3.2%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	7.1%
	49% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.6%
Physical Inactivity	14.6%
Depression	23.2%
Mental Distress	13.5%
Physical Distress	8.2%
Short Sleep	27.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	99.1%
Uninsured	3.7%
	57% below US avg
Checkup Rate	77.1%
Dental Visits	76.0%

Food & Exercise

Ladue has a violent crime rate of 47 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 23.3 per 100,000, robbery at 23.3, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,412 per 100,000, 28% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,167, burglary at 233, vehicle theft at 12 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Ladue receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	46.7/100K
	88% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	23.3/100K
Assault	23.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,412.1/100K
	28% below US avg
Burglary	233.4/100K
Theft	1,167.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	11.7/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Ladue 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 617 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	617 ft (188 m)
Area	8.6 sq mi (22.2 km²)
Population Density	1,045/sq mi
Coordinates	38.6498°N, 90.3807°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

Ladue 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").

87.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 161% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 51.3% 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. 97.2% of households have broadband internet access. 78.2% 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+	87.8%
	161% above US avg
High School+	99.0%
Graduate Degree+	51.3%
School Test Score	5.51

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,045/sq mi
Total Area	8.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	97.2%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	14.7 min
Drive Alone	78.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	16.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Ladue

What is the population of Ladue?

Ladue has a population of 8,948 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,045 people per square mile, spread across 8.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Ladue expensive to live in?

Ladue 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 $250,001, 233% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $1,027,000 (264% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,813 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ladue safe?

Ladue is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 47 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,412 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Ladue receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ladue?

Ladue 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 Ladue?

The job market in Ladue is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 16.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ladue?

The median home value in Ladue is $1,027,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,303,014. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,813. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Ladue?

Schools in Ladue score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 87.8% of adults in Ladue hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 51.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ladue?

The obesity rate in Ladue is 24.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.1% of adults are smokers. 14.6% are physically inactive. 23.2% of residents report depression. 3.7% lack health insurance (below the national rate).

What is transportation like in Ladue?

The average commute in Ladue is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ladue?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ladue is 86.6% White, 1.2% Black or African American. 86.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 13.5% speak Spanish. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 6.6% of residents have a disability. 99.1% have health insurance coverage.

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