Oakview, MO

Missouri

Oakview is a small town in Missouri with a population of 384. Residents earn $71,875 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
384 Population 2,133/sq mi density
$71,875 Median Income $37,823 per capita
$176,100 Home Value
$1,320 Median Rent 14.5% income on rent
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$71,875 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,100 home value, $1,320/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,875
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,100
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.3%
13% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,320
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population384
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density2,133/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,875
Per Capita$37,823
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty3.6%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,100
Rent$1,320
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden14.5%

Health

Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation1,014 ft (309 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.3%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute25 min
Broadband90.3%

Is Oakview a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakview is $71,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakview is $176,100, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,320 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Oakview has a population of 384 with a density of 2,133 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.4%), with 6.5% Hispanic.

Population

384
Total Population
2,133
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.3%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.7%
20% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oakview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakview is $71,875, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Oakview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,875
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,823

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone75.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakview is $176,100, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,320 (13% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,100
38% below US avg
Median List Price$211,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$211,000
$/Sq Ft$107
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,320
13% above US avg
Rent Burden14.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.0%

Property Tax

In Oakview, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Checkup Rate75.6%

Food & Exercise

29.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 90.3% 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+29.3%
13% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score5.51
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,133/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone75.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.5%

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