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Pagedale, MO

Missouri

Pagedale is a small town in Missouri with a population of 2,547. Residents earn $30,908 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,547 Population 2,123/sq mi density
$30,908 Median Income $21,154 per capita
$77,500 Home Value $73,443 Zillow
$930 Median Rent 46.6% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
575 Violent Crime/100K 4,233 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$30,908 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,500 home value, $930/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
575 violent crimes/100K (51% above avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,908
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,500
73% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 575/100K
51% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $930
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.7%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.1%
110% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,547
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density2,123/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$30,908
Per Capita$21,154
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty26.1%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,500
Rent$930
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$73,443
Housing Units1,342
Rent Burden46.6%

Crime

F
Violent575/100K
Property4,233/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault302/100K
Burglary1,240/100K

Health

Obesity45.7%
Uninsured13.0%
Smoking23.0%
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation538 ft (164 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+82.7%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband86.0%

Is Pagedale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pagedale receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Pagedale has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pagedale is $30,908, 59% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 26.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pagedale is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 575 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,233 per 100,000, 116% above the national average.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Pagedale 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.

Pagedale has a population of 2,547 with a density of 2,123 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly Black (91.9%), with 3.8% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99% of residents. 5.5% of the population are veterans. 19.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,547
Total Population
2,123
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pagedale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pagedale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pagedale is $30,908, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,154 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 28 minutes. 3.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pagedale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,908
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,154

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.1%
110% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit7.5%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Pagedale is $77,500, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $73,443. Homes sell for 93.4% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $930 (20% 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 1,342 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1953. 46.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,500
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$73,443
Median List Price$34,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$34,900
$/Sq Ft$66
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio93.4%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$930
20% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,200
Rent Burden46.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.5%
Housing Units1,342
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

In Pagedale, 45.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 18.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.6% of residents. 46.9% have high blood pressure. 23.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 12.1% report binge drinking. 41.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 21.6% report depression. 21.8% experience frequent mental distress. 13.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.7%
42% above US avg
Diabetes18.0%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure46.9%
Asthma13.7%
COPD8.9%
Cancer4.4%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.0%
64% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.1%
Physical Inactivity41.3%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress16.8%
Short Sleep47.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Uninsured13.0%
51% above US avg
Checkup Rate81.0%
Dental Visits43.0%

Food & Exercise

Pagedale has a violent crime rate of 575 per 100,000 residents, 51% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 302.4 per 100,000, robbery at 272.2, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,233 per 100,000, 116% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,812, burglary at 1,240, vehicle theft at 181 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Pagedale receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent574.5/100K
51% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery272.2/100K
Assault302.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,233.4/100K
116% above US avg
Burglary1,239.8/100K
Theft2,812.2/100K
Vehicle Theft181.4/100K
Arson60.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Pagedale 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 538 feet.

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

Elevation538 ft (164 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density2,123/sq mi
Coordinates38.6750°N, 90.3094°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.0 in Driest
February 34°F (1°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) 3.7 in
July 78°F (26°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.2 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.4 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in Coldest

Pagedale has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 34°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.0").

10.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 82.7% have completed high school. 1.1% 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. 86.0% of households have broadband internet access. 77.2% of workers drive alone to work, while 7.5% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+82.7%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,123/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit7.5%
Work from Home3.2%

Frequently Asked Questions About Pagedale

What is the population of Pagedale?

Pagedale has a population of 2,547 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 2,123 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.3 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.3% male.

Is Pagedale expensive to live in?

Pagedale 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 $30,908, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $77,500 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Pagedale safe?

The violent crime rate in Pagedale is 575 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,233 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Pagedale receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Pagedale?

Pagedale 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 Pagedale?

Pagedale has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 3.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Pagedale?

The median home value in Pagedale is $77,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $73,443. For renters, the median monthly rent is $930. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Pagedale?

Schools in Pagedale score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 10.9% of adults in Pagedale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.7% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Pagedale?

The obesity rate in Pagedale is 45.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.0% of adults are smokers. 41.3% are physically inactive. 21.6% of residents report depression. 13.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Pagedale?

The average commute in Pagedale is 28 minutes. 77.2% of workers drive alone to work, 7.5% use public transit, and 3.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Pagedale?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pagedale is 3.8% White, 91.9% Black or African American, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 99% of residents speak only English at home. 5.5% of the population are military veterans. 19.0% of residents have a disability. 87.7% have health insurance coverage.

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