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Shoal Creek Estates, MO

Missouri

Shoal Creek Estates is a small town in Missouri with a population of 213. Residents earn $115,000 per year, which is 53% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
213 Population 1,936/sq mi density
$115,000 Median Income $29,504 per capita
$425,000 Home Value
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$115,000 median income, 10.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$425,000 home value
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
44.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $115,000
53% higher than US avg
Home Value $425,000
51% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.0%
31% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.1%
181% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population213
Median Age13.9 yrs
Density1,936/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Veterans78.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$115,000
Per Capita$29,504
Unemployment10.1%
Poverty3.6%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$425,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units31
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking15.8%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation1,037 ft (316 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.0%
High School+92.0%
Graduate+19.6%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Broadband40.0%

Is Shoal Creek Estates a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shoal Creek Estates receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Shoal Creek Estates 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 Estates is $115,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 53% above $75,149. This places Shoal Creek Estates among higher-income communities. At 10.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shoal Creek Estates is $425,000, making it a premium housing market at 51% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Shoal Creek Estates has a population of 213 with a density of 1,936 people per square mile. The median age is 13.9 years, 64% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.3%), with 2.8% Black.

Population

213
Total Population
1,936
People / sq mi
13.9yrs
Median Age
64% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Shoal Creek Estates vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shoal Creek Estates vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shoal Creek Estates is $115,000, which is 53% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Shoal Creek Estates vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,000
53% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,504

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.1%
181% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Shoal Creek Estates is $425,000, 51% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$425,000
51% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.0%
Housing Units31
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

In Shoal Creek Estates, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits61.3%

Food & Exercise

44.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.0%
31% above US avg
High School+92.0%
Graduate Degree+19.6%
School Test Score5.51
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,936/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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