Shoal Creek Drive, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $96,923

29% higher than US avg

Home Value $124,300

56% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 17.1%

49% lower than US avg

Median Rent $850

27% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.2%

16% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.9%

19% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.9%

77% lower than US avg

How Shoal Creek Drive Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population543

Median Age29.7 yrs

Density1,155/mi²

Male / Female50% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 64%

Veterans6.9%

Economy

A+

Median Income$96,923

Per Capita$31,721

Unemployment2.9%

Poverty2.9%

Commute16 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$124,300

Rent$850

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$181,868

Housing Units190

Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity37.2%

Uninsured9.9%

Smoking16.3%

Depression25.6%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain44.2 in/yr

Sunny Days256/yr

Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.1%

High School+82.3%

Graduate+6.1%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute16 min

Broadband80.5%

Is Shoal Creek Drive a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shoal Creek Drive receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Shoal Creek Drive stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shoal Creek Drive is $96,923, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shoal Creek Drive is $124,300, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Shoal Creek Drive enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Shoal Creek Drive has a population of 543 with a density of 1,155 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (63.7%), with 11% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93% of residents, while 7% speak Spanish. 6.9% of the population are veterans. 8.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 91.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

543

Total Population

1,155

People / sq mi

29.7yrs

Median Age

24% below US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%

Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Shoal Creek Drive vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	93.0%
	18% above US avg
Spanish	7.0%
	48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shoal Creek Drive vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shoal Creek Drive is $96,923, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,721 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% 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 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Shoal Creek Drive vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$96,923
	29% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$31,721

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.9%
	19% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.9%
	77% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	15.5 min
Drive Alone	89.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Shoal Creek Drive is $124,300, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,868, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% 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 190 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1966. 9.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$124,300
	56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$181,868

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$89
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	100.0%
Inventory	1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$850
	27% below US avg
Rent Burden	9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	90.9%
Housing Units	190
Median Year Built	1966

Property Tax

In Shoal Creek Drive, 37.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 32.0% have high blood pressure. 16.3% are current smokers. 17.3% report binge drinking. 27.5% are physically inactive. 25.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.5% experience frequent mental distress. 9.9% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Shoal Creek Drive vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.2%
	16% above US avg
Diabetes	10.2%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	32.0%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	7.2%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.3%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.3%
Physical Inactivity	27.5%
Depression	25.6%
Mental Distress	18.5%
Physical Distress	13.8%
Short Sleep	39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.0%
Uninsured	9.9%
	15% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.1%
Dental Visits	56.7%

Food & Exercise

Shoal Creek Drive enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. The area receives 1.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,007 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	57.4°F
	6% above US avg
January Average	33°F (0°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	44.2 inches
	16% above US avg
Snowfall	1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,007 ft (307 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density	1,155/sq mi
Coordinates	37.0358°N, 94.5220°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	33°F (0°C)	1.7 in	Coldest, Driest
February	38°F (4°C)	2.1 in
March	48°F (9°C)	3.6 in
April	58°F (14°C)	4.1 in
May	66°F (19°C)	5.0 in
June	74°F (24°C)	5.1 in
July	79°F (26°C)	3.2 in	Warmest
August	78°F (26°C)	3.8 in
September	70°F (21°C)	5.2 in	Wettest
October	60°F (15°C)	3.9 in
November	47°F (8°C)	3.9 in
December	37°F (3°C)	2.7 in

Shoal Creek Drive has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 33°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.2") and January the driest (1.7").

17.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 49% below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. 6.1% 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. 80.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 89.5% 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+	17.1%
	49% below US avg
High School+	82.3%
Graduate Degree+	6.1%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,155/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	80.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	15.5 min
Drive Alone	89.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Shoal Creek Drive

What is the population of Shoal Creek Drive?

Shoal Creek Drive has a population of 543 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,155 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Shoal Creek Drive expensive to live in?

Shoal Creek Drive 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 $96,923, 29% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,300 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Shoal Creek Drive?

Shoal Creek Drive enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.2 inches, with 1.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Shoal Creek Drive?

The job market in Shoal Creek Drive is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 3.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Shoal Creek Drive?

The median home value in Shoal Creek Drive is $124,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,868. For renters, the median monthly rent is $850. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Shoal Creek Drive?

Schools in Shoal Creek Drive score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.1% of adults in Shoal Creek Drive hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Shoal Creek Drive?

The obesity rate in Shoal Creek Drive is 37.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.3% of adults are smokers. 27.5% are physically inactive. 25.6% of residents report depression. 9.9% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Shoal Creek Drive?

The average commute in Shoal Creek Drive is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Shoal Creek Drive?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Shoal Creek Drive is 63.7% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 11% Hispanic or Latino. 93% of residents speak only English at home, while 7% speak Spanish. 6.9% of the population are military veterans. 8.7% of residents have a disability. 91.0% have health insurance coverage.

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