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Oakville, MO

Missouri

Oakville is a mid-size city in Missouri with a population of 35,166. Residents earn $103,125 per year, which is 37% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
35,166 Population 2,214/sq mi density
$103,125 Median Income $50,963 per capita
$292,500 Home Value $353,257 Zillow
$1,083 Median Rent 29.9% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$103,125 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$292,500 home value, $1,083/mo rent
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,125
37% higher than US avg
Home Value $292,500
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.9%
30% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,083
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.8%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population35,166
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density2,214/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,125
Per Capita$50,963
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty2.7%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$292,500
Rent$1,083
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$353,257
Housing Units14,268
Rent Burden29.9%

Health

Obesity28.8%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking13.4%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation600 ft (183 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+43.9%
High School+95.5%
Graduate+17.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute29 min
Broadband92.9%

Is Oakville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakville receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Oakville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakville is $103,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Oakville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakville is $292,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,083 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakville 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.

Oakville has a population of 35,166 with a density of 2,214 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 2.7% Black.

Population

35,166
Total Population
2,214
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
15.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oakville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakville is $103,125, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Oakville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,125
37% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,963

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home16.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakville is $292,500, 4% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,083 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $353,257.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$292,500
4% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$353,257
Median List Price$364,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$364,950
$/Sq Ft$163
Homes Sold25
Sale-to-List Ratio101.8%
Price Drops38.7%
Inventory31

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,083
7% below US avg
Rent Burden29.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.5%
Housing Units14,268
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

In Oakville, 28.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.8%
10% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep31.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits67.4%

Food & Exercise

Oakville has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation600 ft (183 m)
Area15.9 sq mi (41.1 km²)
Population Density2,214/sq mi
Coordinates38.4701°N, 90.3046°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
43.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 92.9% 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+43.9%
30% above US avg
High School+95.5%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
School Test Score5.51
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,214/sq mi
Total Area15.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home16.8%

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