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Sugar Creek, MO

Missouri

Sugar Creek is a small town in Missouri with a population of 3,261. Residents earn $57,467 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,261 Population 295/sq mi density
$57,467 Median Income $30,596 per capita
$104,800 Home Value $165,407 Zillow
$936 Median Rent 20.1% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
479 Violent Crime/100K 5,124 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$57,467 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,800 home value, $936/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
479 violent crimes/100K (26% above avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,467
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,800
63% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 479/100K
26% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $936
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,261
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density295/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,467
Per Capita$30,596
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty11.2%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,800
Rent$936
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,407
Housing Units1,560
Rent Burden20.1%

Crime

F
Violent479/100K
Property5,124/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault300/100K
Burglary899/100K

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured13.0%
Smoking21.6%
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation817 ft (249 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+81.7%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband93.1%

Is Sugar Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sugar Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Sugar Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sugar Creek is $57,467, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sugar Creek is $104,800, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $936 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 479 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,124 per 100,000, 161% above the national average.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Sugar Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sugar Creek has a population of 3,261 with a density of 295 people per square mile, spread across 11.0 square miles. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.9% female and 51.1% male. The city is predominantly White (84.1%), with 3% Hispanic, 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99% of residents. 10.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,261
Total Population
295
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
11.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sugar Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sugar Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sugar Creek is $57,467, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,596 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 4.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sugar Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,467
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,596

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Sugar Creek is $104,800, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,407, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $936 (20% 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 1,560 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1953. 20.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,800
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,407
Median List Price$190,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$190,000
$/Sq Ft$197
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops27.3%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$936
20% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,075
Rent Burden20.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.1%
Housing Units1,560
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

In Sugar Creek, 38.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.8% of residents, above the national average. 34.1% have high blood pressure. 21.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.6% report binge drinking. 34.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 29.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.3% experience frequent mental distress. 13.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD9.5%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.6%
54% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity34.6%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress16.4%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.9%
Uninsured13.0%
51% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.6%
Dental Visits51.4%

Food & Exercise

Sugar Creek has a violent crime rate of 479 per 100,000 residents, 26% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 299.7 per 100,000, robbery at 89.9, rape at 89.9. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 5,124 per 100,000, 161% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,416, burglary at 899, vehicle theft at 809 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Sugar Creek receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Sugar Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent479.5/100K
26% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape89.9/100K
Robbery89.9/100K
Assault299.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,124.4/100K
161% above US avg
Burglary899.0/100K
Theft3,416.2/100K
Vehicle Theft809.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Sugar Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°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 39.6 inches. The area receives 4.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 817 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Area11.0 sq mi (28.6 km²)
Population Density295/sq mi
Coordinates39.1097°N, 94.4447°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
May 65°F (18°C) 5.1 in Wettest
June 74°F (23°C) 5.0 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in
September 69°F (20°C) 4.9 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in
December 33°F (0°C) 1.8 in

Sugar Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 27°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (1.2").

20.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 81.7% have completed high school. 3.5% 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. 93.1% of households have broadband internet access. 78.1% 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+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+81.7%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density295/sq mi
Total Area11.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.1%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Frequently Asked Questions About Sugar Creek

What is the population of Sugar Creek?

Sugar Creek has a population of 3,261 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 295 people per square mile, spread across 11.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.9% female and 51.1% male.

Is Sugar Creek expensive to live in?

Sugar Creek 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 $57,467, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $104,800 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $936 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sugar Creek safe?

The violent crime rate in Sugar Creek is 479 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,124 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Sugar Creek receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sugar Creek?

Sugar Creek has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Sugar Creek?

Sugar Creek has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 4.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sugar Creek?

The median home value in Sugar Creek is $104,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,407. For renters, the median monthly rent is $936. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Sugar Creek?

Schools in Sugar Creek score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 20.1% of adults in Sugar Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.7% have completed high school. 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sugar Creek?

The obesity rate in Sugar Creek is 38.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.6% of adults are smokers. 34.6% are physically inactive. 29.2% of residents report depression. 13.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Sugar Creek?

The average commute in Sugar Creek is 26 minutes. 78.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sugar Creek?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sugar Creek is 84.1% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 3% Hispanic or Latino. 99% of residents speak only English at home. 10.5% of the population are military veterans. 17.9% of residents have a disability. 82.9% have health insurance coverage.

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