St. George, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $72,974

3% lower than US avg

Home Value $149,800

47% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 32.7%

3% lower than US avg

Median Rent $850

27% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.5%

5% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.7%

3% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.4%

32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,568

Median Age36.3 yrs

Density6,533/mi²

Male / Female42% / 58%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans4.4%

Economy

Median Income$72,974

Per Capita$41,996

Unemployment3.7%

Poverty8.4%

Commute20 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$149,800

Rent$850

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units747

Rent Burden23.4%

Health

Obesity30.5%

Uninsured8.1%

Smoking16.3%

Depression27.5%

Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain45.6 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation541 ft (165 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+32.7%

High School+83.0%

Graduate+5.5%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute20 min

Broadband97.0%

Is St. George a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. George receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. St. George stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. George is $72,974, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. George is $149,800, 47% 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 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

St. George 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.

St. George has a population of 1,568 with a density of 6,533 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 58.3% female and 41.7% male. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 3.1% Hispanic, 2.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 65.3% of residents, while 34.7% speak Spanish. 4.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 7.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 96.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,568

Total Population

6,533

People / sq mi

36.3yrs

Median Age

7% below US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.7%

Female 58.3%

Race & Ethnicity

St. George vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	65.3%
	17% below US avg
Spanish	34.7%
	159% above US avg

Social Characteristics

St. George vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. George is $72,974, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,996. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.4% 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 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 24.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: St. George vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$72,974
	3% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$41,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.7%
	3% above US avg
Poverty Rate	8.4%
	32% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.3 min
Drive Alone	70.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	24.2%

Walkability

The median home value in St. George is $149,800, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Homes sell for 97.3% of their list price. 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 747 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1959. 23.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$149,800
	47% below US avg
Median List Price	$229,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$229,900
$/Sq Ft	$123
Homes Sold	4
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.3%
Price Drops	60.0%
Inventory	5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$850
	27% below US avg
Rent Burden	23.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	79.9%
Housing Units	747
Median Year Built	1959

Property Tax

In St. George, 30.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 30.5% have high blood pressure. 16.3% are current smokers. 19.5% report binge drinking. 25.0% are physically inactive. 27.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.1% experience frequent mental distress. 8.1% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: St. George vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.5%
	5% below US avg
Diabetes	8.8%
Heart Disease	5.2%
High Blood Pressure	30.5%
Asthma	11.2%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.3%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.5%
Physical Inactivity	25.0%
Depression	27.5%
Mental Distress	19.1%
Physical Distress	13.2%
Short Sleep	33.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.9%
Uninsured	8.1%
	6% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.0%
Dental Visits	62.8%

Food & Exercise

St. George 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 541 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	541 ft (165 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density	6,533/sq mi
Coordinates	38.5367°N, 90.3135°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	38°F (3°C)	2.0 in	Driest
February	35°F (2°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)	3.6 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.2 in
September	70°F (21°C)	3.3 in
October	58°F (15°C)	2.8 in
November	46°F (8°C)	3.5 in
December	34°F (1°C)	3.0 in	Coldest

St. George has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 34°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.0").

32.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. 5.5% 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. 97.0% of households have broadband internet access. 70.2% 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+	32.7%
	3% below US avg
High School+	83.0%
Graduate Degree+	5.5%
School Test Score	5.51

B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	6,533/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	97.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.3 min
Drive Alone	70.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	24.2%

Frequently Asked Questions About St. George

What is the population of St. George?

St. George has a population of 1,568 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 6,533 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 58.3% female and 41.7% male.

Is St. George expensive to live in?

St. George 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 $72,974, 3% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $149,800 (47% 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 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in St. George?

St. George 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 St. George?

St. George has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 24.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in St. George?

The median home value in St. George is $149,800. 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 St. George?

Schools in St. George score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 32.7% of adults in St. George hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is St. George?

The obesity rate in St. George is 30.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 16.3% of adults are smokers. 25.0% are physically inactive. 27.5% of residents report depression. 8.1% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in St. George?

The average commute in St. George is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 70.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 24.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of St. George?

The racial and ethnic makeup of St. George is 88.3% White, 2.6% Black or African American, 3.1% Hispanic or Latino. 65.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 34.7% speak Spanish. 4.4% of the population are military veterans. 7.6% of residents have a disability. 96.9% have health insurance coverage.

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