St. Martins, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $78,125

4% higher than US avg

Home Value $225,000

20% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 33.5%

1% lower than US avg

Median Rent $538

54% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.2%

16% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.4%

61% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.5%

48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,195

Median Age41.4 yrs

Density616/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans11.2%

Economy

A+

Median Income$78,125

Per Capita$33,981

Unemployment1.4%

Poverty6.5%

Commute19 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$225,000

Rent$538

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units483

Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity37.2%

Uninsured7.8%

Smoking15.7%

Depression26.1%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.5 in/yr

Sunny Days264/yr

Elevation778 ft (237 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+33.5%

High School+96.0%

Graduate+9.3%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute19 min

Broadband83.3%

Is St. Martins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Martins receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. St. Martins 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. Martins is $78,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Martins is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $538 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

St. Martins experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 5.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

St. Martins has a population of 1,195 with a density of 616 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.1% female and 44.9% male. The city is predominantly White (93.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.9% of residents. 11.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 96.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,195

Total Population

616

People / sq mi

41.4yrs

Median Age

6% above US avg

1.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%

Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Martins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.9%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	1.1%
	92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Martins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Martins is $78,125, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,981 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% 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 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: St. Martins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$78,125
	4% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$33,981

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.4%
	61% below US avg
Poverty Rate	6.5%
	48% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.7 min
Drive Alone	82.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Martins is $225,000, 20% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $538 (54% 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 483 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1982. 23.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$225,000
	20% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$538
	54% below US avg
Rent Burden	23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	78.8%
Housing Units	483
Median Year Built	1982

Property Tax

In St. Martins, 37.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 33.2% have high blood pressure. 15.7% are current smokers. 19.2% report binge drinking. 27.4% are physically inactive. 26.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.5% experience frequent mental distress. 7.8% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.2%
	16% above US avg
Diabetes	9.7%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	33.2%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	6.9%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.7%
	12% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.2%
Physical Inactivity	27.4%
Depression	26.1%
Mental Distress	18.5%
Physical Distress	13.3%
Short Sleep	35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.3%
Uninsured	7.8%
	9% below US avg
Checkup Rate	76.8%
Dental Visits	67.6%

Food & Exercise

St. Martins experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.5 inches. The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 778 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	54.8°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	29°F (-2°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.5 inches
	4% above US avg
Snowfall	5.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	778 ft (237 m)
Area	1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density	616/sq mi
Coordinates	38.5942°N, 92.3371°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	29°F (-2°C)	1.4 in	Coldest, Driest
February	34°F (1°C)	1.8 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.2 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.8 in
May	64°F (18°C)	5.1 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.3 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.4 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.5 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.1 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.4 in
November	44°F (7°C)	3.2 in
December	34°F (1°C)	2.4 in

St. Martins has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 29°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (1.4").

33.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. 9.3% 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. 83.3% of households have broadband internet access. 82.3% 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+	33.5%
	1% below US avg
High School+	96.0%
Graduate Degree+	9.3%
School Test Score	5.51

B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	616/sq mi
Total Area	1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	83.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.7 min
Drive Alone	82.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About St. Martins

What is the population of St. Martins?

St. Martins has a population of 1,195 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 616 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.1% female and 44.9% male.

Is St. Martins expensive to live in?

St. Martins 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 $78,125, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $225,000 (20% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $538 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in St. Martins?

St. Martins has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.5 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in St. Martins?

The job market in St. Martins is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 8.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in St. Martins?

The median home value in St. Martins is $225,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $538. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in St. Martins?

Schools in St. Martins score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 33.5% of adults in St. Martins hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. 9.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is St. Martins?

The obesity rate in St. Martins is 37.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.7% of adults are smokers. 27.4% are physically inactive. 26.1% of residents report depression. 7.8% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in St. Martins?

The average commute in St. Martins is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of St. Martins?

The racial and ethnic makeup of St. Martins is 93.4% White, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 98.9% of residents speak only English at home. 11.2% of the population are military veterans. 15.7% of residents have a disability. 96.3% have health insurance coverage.

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