Mehlville, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $65,395

13% lower than US avg

Home Value $210,200

25% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 30.5%

9% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,029

12% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.3%

6% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.2%

39% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.3%

57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population29,089

Median Age43.3 yrs

Density3,889/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans7.4%

Economy

Median Income$65,395

Per Capita$39,008

Unemployment2.2%

Poverty5.3%

Commute23 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$210,200

Rent$1,029

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$246,555

Housing Units13,817

Rent Burden26.5%

Health

Obesity30.3%

Uninsured7.7%

Smoking15.5%

Depression26.2%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain45.6 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation607 ft (185 m)

Education

Bachelor's+30.5%

High School+92.3%

Graduate+9.6%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute23 min

Broadband89.8%

EV Stations1

Is Mehlville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mehlville receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Mehlville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mehlville is $65,395, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mehlville is $210,200, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,029 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

30.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Mehlville 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.

Mehlville has a population of 29,089 with a density of 3,889 people per square mile, spread across 7.5 square miles. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (88.7%), with 6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 84.9% of residents, while 15.1% speak Spanish. 7.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.9% of residents have a disability. 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

29,089

Total Population

3,889

People / sq mi

43.3yrs

Median Age

11% above US avg

7.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%

Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mehlville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	84.9%
	8% above US avg
Spanish	15.1%
	13% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mehlville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mehlville is $65,395, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,008. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% 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 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mehlville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$65,395
	13% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$39,008

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.2%
	39% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.3%
	57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.6 min
Drive Alone	80.0%
Public Transit	0.2%
Work from Home	9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mehlville is $210,200, 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $246,555, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.2% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,029 (12% below 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 13,817 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1969. 26.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$210,200
	25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$246,555
Median List Price	$205,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$205,000
$/Sq Ft	$152
Homes Sold	11
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.2%
Price Drops	11.9%
Inventory	42

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,029
	12% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,381
Rent Burden	26.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	65.0%
Housing Units	13,817
Median Year Built	1969

Property Tax

In Mehlville, 30.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 30.7% have high blood pressure. 15.5% are current smokers. 19.6% report binge drinking. 24.5% are physically inactive. 26.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.4% experience frequent mental distress. 7.7% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.3%
	6% below US avg
Diabetes	8.8%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	30.7%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	6.3%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.5%
	11% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.6%
Physical Inactivity	24.5%
Depression	26.2%
Mental Distress	18.4%
Physical Distress	12.7%
Short Sleep	32.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.4%
Uninsured	7.7%
	10% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.2%
Dental Visits	65.0%

Food & Exercise

Mehlville 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 607 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	607 ft (185 m)
Area	7.5 sq mi (19.4 km²)
Population Density	3,889/sq mi
Coordinates	38.5084°N, 90.3229°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)	3.5 in
April	56°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	66°F (19°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
June	75°F (24°C)	3.6 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.2 in
September	70°F (21°C)	3.3 in
October	58°F (15°C)	2.8 in
November	46°F (8°C)	3.5 in
December	34°F (1°C)	3.0 in	Coldest

Mehlville 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").

30.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 9% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. 9.6% 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. 89.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. 80% 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+	30.5%
	9% below US avg
High School+	92.3%
Graduate Degree+	9.6%
School Test Score	5.51

B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	3,889/sq mi
Total Area	7.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	89.8%
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.6 min
Drive Alone	80.0%
Public Transit	0.2%
Work from Home	9.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Mehlville

What is the population of Mehlville?

Mehlville has a population of 29,089 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 3,889 people per square mile, spread across 7.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Mehlville expensive to live in?

Mehlville 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 $65,395, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $210,200 (25% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,029 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Mehlville?

Mehlville 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 Mehlville?

The job market in Mehlville is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 9.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mehlville?

The median home value in Mehlville is $210,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $246,555. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,029. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Mehlville?

Schools in Mehlville score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 30.5% of adults in Mehlville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. 9.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mehlville?

The obesity rate in Mehlville is 30.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.5% of adults are smokers. 24.5% are physically inactive. 26.2% of residents report depression. 7.7% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Mehlville?

The average commute in Mehlville is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mehlville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mehlville is 88.7% White, 6% Black or African American. 84.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 15.1% speak Spanish. 7.4% of the population are military veterans. 12.9% of residents have a disability. 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

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