Southwest City, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Southwest City, MO
At a Glance
How Southwest City Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Southwest City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Southwest City a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Southwest City residents earn a median household income of $38,750 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,122. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Southwest City is $67,200 , 76% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $171,080. Median rent is $555/month, with 19.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Education
5.1% of adults in Southwest City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below the national average). 62.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Southwest City has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches.