Raintree Plantation, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $71,953

4% lower than US avg

Home Value $296,900

5% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 30.9%

8% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,000

14% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.9%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.7%

3% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.4%

56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,006

Median Age50.2 yrs

Density1,029/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 92%

Veterans8.2%

Economy

Median Income$71,953

Per Capita$42,349

Unemployment3.7%

Poverty5.4%

Commute35 min

Housing

Home Value$296,900

Rent$1,000

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units862

Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity38.9%

Uninsured7.7%

Smoking15.8%

Depression25.0%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain45.6 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation745 ft (227 m)

Education

Bachelor's+30.9%

High School+90.6%

Graduate+8.2%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute35 min

Broadband97.5%

Is Raintree Plantation a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Raintree Plantation receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Raintree Plantation stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Raintree Plantation is $71,953, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.4% 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 Raintree Plantation is $296,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Raintree Plantation 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.

Raintree Plantation has a population of 2,006 with a density of 1,029 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.4% female and 52.6% male. The city is predominantly White (91.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 8.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.0% of residents have a disability. 83.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,006

Total Population

1,029

People / sq mi

50.2yrs

Median Age

29% above US avg

2.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%

Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Raintree Plantation vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Raintree Plantation vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Raintree Plantation is $71,953, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,349. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.4% 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). 19.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Raintree Plantation vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$71,953
	4% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$42,349

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.7%
	3% above US avg
Poverty Rate	5.4%
	56% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	34.5 min
Drive Alone	59.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	19.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Raintree Plantation is $296,900, 5% above the national median of $281,900. Homes sell for 98.7% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% 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 862 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2001. 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$296,900
	5% above US avg
Median List Price	$389,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$389,900
$/Sq Ft	$196
Homes Sold	7
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.7%
Price Drops	31.3%
Inventory	16

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,000
	14% below US avg
Rent Burden	27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	87.2%
Housing Units	862
Median Year Built	2001

Property Tax

In Raintree Plantation, 38.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 30.7% have high blood pressure. 15.8% are current smokers. 17.8% report binge drinking. 25.7% are physically inactive. 25.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.5% experience frequent mental distress. 7.7% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Raintree Plantation vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.9%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	9.0%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	30.7%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	6.5%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.8%
	13% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.8%
Physical Inactivity	25.7%
Depression	25.0%
Mental Distress	18.5%
Physical Distress	12.8%
Short Sleep	35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	83.7%
Uninsured	7.7%
	10% below US avg
Checkup Rate	76.7%
Dental Visits	61.8%

Food & Exercise

Raintree Plantation 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 745 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	745 ft (227 m)
Area	2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density	1,029/sq mi
Coordinates	38.2546°N, 90.6024°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	38°F (3°C)	2.1 in	Driest
February	35°F (2°C)	2.2 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.7 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	3.4 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.4 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	3.4 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.3 in
October	57°F (14°C)	2.9 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.7 in
December	35°F (1°C)	3.2 in	Coldest

Raintree Plantation has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 35°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (2.1").

30.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 8% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. 8.2% 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. 97.5% of households have broadband internet access. 59.4% 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+	30.9%
	8% below US avg
High School+	90.6%
Graduate Degree+	8.2%
School Test Score	5.51

B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,029/sq mi
Total Area	2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	97.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	34.5 min
Drive Alone	59.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	19.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Raintree Plantation

What is the population of Raintree Plantation?

Raintree Plantation has a population of 2,006 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,029 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.4% female and 52.6% male.

Is Raintree Plantation expensive to live in?

Raintree Plantation 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 $71,953, 4% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $296,900 (5% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Raintree Plantation?

Raintree Plantation 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 Raintree Plantation?

Raintree Plantation has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 35 minutes, and 19.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Raintree Plantation?

The median home value in Raintree Plantation is $296,900. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,000. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Raintree Plantation?

Schools in Raintree Plantation score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 30.9% of adults in Raintree Plantation hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. 8.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Raintree Plantation?

The obesity rate in Raintree Plantation is 38.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.8% of adults are smokers. 25.7% are physically inactive. 25.0% of residents report depression. 7.7% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Raintree Plantation?

The average commute in Raintree Plantation is 35 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 59.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 19.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Raintree Plantation?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Raintree Plantation is 91.9% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 8.2% of the population are military veterans. 15.0% of residents have a disability. 83.7% have health insurance coverage.

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