Riverview, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $53,506

29% lower than US avg

Home Value $74,000

74% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 917/100K

141% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.6%

66% lower than US avg

Median Rent $791

32% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 42.1%

31% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.4%

22% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.9%

52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,688

Median Age34.7 yrs

Density3,239/mi²

Male / Female37% / 64%

Largest GroupWhite 21%

Veterans6.7%

Economy

B+

Median Income$53,506

Per Capita$26,781

Unemployment4.4%

Poverty5.9%

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$74,000

Rent$791

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$72,475

Housing Units1,715

Rent Burden29.2%

Crime

Violent917/100K

Property5,430/100K

Murder35.3/100K

Assault635/100K

Burglary2,504/100K

Health

Obesity42.1%

Uninsured11.3%

Smoking21.1%

Depression22.9%

Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain38.4 in/yr

Sunny Days266/yr

Elevation548 ft (167 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.6%

High School+88.6%

Graduate+3.4%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute25 min

Broadband85.4%

Is Riverview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riverview receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Riverview has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Riverview is $53,506, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.9% 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 Riverview is $74,000, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $791 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 917 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,430 per 100,000, 177% above the national average.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Riverview enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Riverview has a population of 2,688 with a density of 3,239 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 63.5% female and 36.5% male. The city is predominantly Black (72.7%), with 21.2% White, 1.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.7% of residents. 6.7% of the population are veterans. 23.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 79.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,688

Total Population

3,239

People / sq mi

34.7yrs

Median Age

11% below US avg

0.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.5%

Female 63.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Riverview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.7%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	1.3%
	90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Riverview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riverview is $53,506, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,781 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% 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 25 minutes. 9.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Riverview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$53,506
	29% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.4%
	22% above US avg
Poverty Rate	5.9%
	52% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.8 min
Drive Alone	78.1%
Public Transit	3.6%
Work from Home	9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Riverview is $74,000, 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $72,475. Homes sell for 90.3% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $791 (32% 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 1,715 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1962. 29.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$74,000
	74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$72,475
Median List Price	$94,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$94,000
$/Sq Ft	$56
Homes Sold	3
Sale-to-List Ratio	90.3%
Price Drops	20.0%
Inventory	15

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$791
	32% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,275
Rent Burden	29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	42.9%
Housing Units	1,715
Median Year Built	1962

Property Tax

In Riverview, 42.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 15.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 43.0% have high blood pressure. 21.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 13.6% report binge drinking. 36.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 22.9% report depression. 21.3% experience frequent mental distress. 11.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	42.1%
	31% above US avg
Diabetes	15.0%
Heart Disease	6.5%
High Blood Pressure	43.0%
Asthma	13.3%
COPD	8.4%
Cancer	5.6%
Stroke	4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.1%
	51% above US avg
Binge Drinking	13.6%
Physical Inactivity	36.0%
Depression	22.9%
Mental Distress	21.3%
Physical Distress	15.8%
Short Sleep	44.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	79.5%
Uninsured	11.3%
	31% above US avg
Checkup Rate	80.0%
Dental Visits	49.8%

Food & Exercise

Riverview has a violent crime rate of 917 per 100,000 residents, 141% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 634.7 per 100,000, robbery at 246.8, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 35.3 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 5,430 per 100,000, 177% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,292, burglary at 2,504, vehicle theft at 635 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Riverview receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	916.8/100K
	141% above US avg
Murder	35.3/100K
	460% above US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	246.8/100K
Assault	634.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	5,430.2/100K
	177% above US avg
Burglary	2,503.5/100K
Theft	2,292.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	634.7/100K
Arson	70.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Riverview enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.4 inches. The area receives 7.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 548 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	55.5°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	29°F (-2°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.4 inches
	1% above US avg
Snowfall	7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	548 ft (167 m)
Area	0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density	3,239/sq mi
Coordinates	38.7478°N, 90.2115°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	29°F (-2°C)	2.0 in	Coldest, 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	79°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

Riverview has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 29°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.0").

11.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. 3.4% 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. 85.4% of households have broadband internet access. 78.1% of workers drive alone to work, while 3.6% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.6%
	66% below US avg
High School+	88.6%
Graduate Degree+	3.4%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	3,239/sq mi
Total Area	0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	85.4%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.8 min
Drive Alone	78.1%
Public Transit	3.6%
Work from Home	9.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Riverview

What is the population of Riverview?

Riverview has a population of 2,688 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 3,239 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 63.5% female and 36.5% male.

Is Riverview expensive to live in?

Riverview 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 $53,506, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $74,000 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $791 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Riverview safe?

Public safety is a concern in Riverview, with a violent crime rate of 917 per 100,000 — significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,430 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Riverview receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Riverview?

Riverview enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Riverview?

Riverview has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 9.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Riverview?

The median home value in Riverview is $74,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $72,475. For renters, the median monthly rent is $791. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Riverview?

Schools in Riverview score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 11.6% of adults in Riverview hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Riverview?

The obesity rate in Riverview is 42.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.1% of adults are smokers. 36.0% are physically inactive. 22.9% of residents report depression. 11.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Riverview?

The average commute in Riverview is 25 minutes. 78.1% of workers drive alone to work, 3.6% use public transit, and 9.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Riverview?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Riverview is 21.2% White, 72.7% Black or African American, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 98.7% of residents speak only English at home. 6.7% of the population are military veterans. 23.1% of residents have a disability. 79.5% have health insurance coverage.

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