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Pleasant Hill, MO

Missouri

Pleasant Hill is a small city in Missouri with a population of 8,853. Residents earn $94,840 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
8,853 Population 1,102/sq mi density
$94,840 Median Income $38,817 per capita
$245,400 Home Value $359,844 Zillow
$1,139 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
73 Violent Crime/100K 1,250 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$94,840 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$245,400 home value, $1,139/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
73 violent crimes/100K (81% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,840
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $245,400
13% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 73/100K
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.7%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,139
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,853
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density1,102/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,840
Per Capita$38,817
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty2.1%
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$245,400
Rent$1,139
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$359,844
Housing Units3,499
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

F
Violent73/100K
Property1,250/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault73/100K
Burglary303/100K

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking15.6%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation896 ft (273 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.7%
High School+94.6%
Graduate+12.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute35 min
Broadband89.3%
EV Stations3

Is Pleasant Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pleasant Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Pleasant Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pleasant Hill is $94,840, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pleasant Hill is $245,400, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,139 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Pleasant Hill is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 73 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,250 per 100,000, 36% below the national average.

Education

28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Pleasant Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pleasant Hill has a population of 8,853 with a density of 1,102 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.1% female and 45.9% male. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.1% of residents, while 5.9% speak Spanish. 4.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 15.6% of residents have a disability. 87.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,853
Total Population
1,102
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
8.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Pleasant Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pleasant Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pleasant Hill is $94,840, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,817. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% 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 35 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 8.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pleasant Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,840
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,817

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.5 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Pleasant Hill is $245,400, 13% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $359,844, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,139 (2% 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 3,499 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1992. 27.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$245,400
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$359,844
Median List Price$412,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$412,500
$/Sq Ft$198
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops35.7%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,139
2% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,667
Rent Burden27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.2%
Housing Units3,499
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

In Pleasant Hill, 37.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 30.5% have high blood pressure. 15.6% are current smokers. 17.8% report binge drinking. 24.9% are physically inactive. 25.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.3% experience frequent mental distress. 8.1% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Pleasant Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.6%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits61.3%

Food & Exercise

Pleasant Hill has a violent crime rate of 73 per 100,000 residents, 81% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 72.8 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,250 per 100,000, 36% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 874, burglary at 303, vehicle theft at 73 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Pleasant Hill receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent72.8/100K
81% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault72.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,250.0/100K
36% below US avg
Burglary303.4/100K
Theft873.8/100K
Vehicle Theft72.8/100K
Arson12.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Pleasant Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 263 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 40.0 inches. The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 896 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Area8.0 sq mi (20.8 km²)
Population Density1,102/sq mi
Coordinates38.7875°N, 94.2694°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 33°F (1°C) 1.4 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
May 64°F (18°C) 4.9 in
June 73°F (23°C) 5.2 in Wettest
July 78°F (26°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 76°F (25°C) 3.8 in
September 68°F (20°C) 4.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
December 33°F (0°C) 1.8 in

Pleasant Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 27°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.2") and January the driest (1.3").

28.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 15% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree. 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. 89.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. 77.9% 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+28.7%
15% below US avg
High School+94.6%
Graduate Degree+12.0%
School Test Score5.51
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,102/sq mi
Total Area8.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.3%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations5

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.5 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Pleasant Hill

What is the population of Pleasant Hill?

Pleasant Hill has a population of 8,853 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,102 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.1% female and 45.9% male.

Is Pleasant Hill expensive to live in?

Pleasant Hill 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 $94,840, 26% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $245,400 (13% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,139 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Pleasant Hill safe?

Pleasant Hill is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 73 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,250 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Pleasant Hill receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Pleasant Hill?

Pleasant Hill has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Pleasant Hill?

Pleasant Hill has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 35 minutes, and 8.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Pleasant Hill?

The median home value in Pleasant Hill is $245,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $359,844. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,139. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Pleasant Hill?

Schools in Pleasant Hill score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.7% of adults in Pleasant Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Pleasant Hill?

The obesity rate in Pleasant Hill is 37.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.6% of adults are smokers. 24.9% are physically inactive. 25.7% of residents report depression. 8.1% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Pleasant Hill?

The average commute in Pleasant Hill is 35 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Pleasant Hill?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pleasant Hill is 91.1% White, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 94.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.9% speak Spanish. 4.4% of the population are military veterans. 15.6% of residents have a disability. 87.6% have health insurance coverage.

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