Summer Set, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $102,760

37% higher than US avg

Home Value $226,800

20% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 34.5%

2% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.6%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

How Summer Set Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,222

Median Age39.7 yrs

Density1,328/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans6.1%

Economy

A+

Median Income$102,760

Per Capita$41,697

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

Commute42 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$226,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units477

Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity40.6%

Uninsured9.4%

Smoking18.4%

Depression25.3%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain40.2 in/yr

Sunny Days263/yr

Elevation696 ft (212 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+34.5%

High School+99.0%

Graduate+15.2%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute42 min

Broadband77.1%

Is Summer Set a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Summer Set receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Summer Set stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Summer Set is $102,760, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Summer Set among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Summer Set is $226,800, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Summer Set experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches, including 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Summer Set has a population of 1,222 with a density of 1,328 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.9% female and 54.1% male. The city is predominantly White (99.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.4% of residents. 6.1% of the population are veterans. 13.0% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,222

Total Population

1,328

People / sq mi

39.7yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

0.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%

Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Summer Set vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.4%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.6%
	96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Summer Set vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Summer Set is $102,760, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,697. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% 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 42 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 8.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Summer Set vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$102,760
	37% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$41,697

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	42.2 min
Drive Alone	76.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Summer Set is $226,800, 20% below the national median of $281,900. Homes sell for 109.8% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 477 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2002. 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$226,800
	20% below US avg
Median List Price	$349,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$349,000
$/Sq Ft	$125
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	109.8%
Price Drops	33.3%
Inventory	6

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	477
Median Year Built	2002

Property Tax

In Summer Set, 40.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 32.6% have high blood pressure. 18.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.3% report binge drinking. 28.6% are physically inactive. 25.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.4% experience frequent mental distress. 9.4% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Summer Set vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.6%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	10.0%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	32.6%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	7.6%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.4%
	31% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.3%
Physical Inactivity	28.6%
Depression	25.3%
Mental Distress	19.4%
Physical Distress	14.1%
Short Sleep	37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	9.4%
	9% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.1%
Dental Visits	54.9%

Food & Exercise

Summer Set experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 263 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 40.2 inches. The area receives 7.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 696 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	54.9°F
	2% above US avg
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.2 inches
	6% above US avg
Snowfall	7.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	696 ft (212 m)
Area	0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density	1,328/sq mi
Coordinates	38.0896°N, 90.5756°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	30°F (-1°C)	2.2 in	Coldest, Driest
February	35°F (2°C)	2.2 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.8 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.8 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	3.5 in
July	77°F (25°C)	3.4 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	3.5 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.3 in
October	57°F (14°C)	2.9 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.9 in
December	35°F (2°C)	3.4 in

Summer Set has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 30°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (2.2").

34.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 15.2% hold a graduate or professional degree. 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. 77.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 76.9% 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+	34.5%
	2% above US avg
High School+	99.0%
Graduate Degree+	15.2%
School Test Score	5.51

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,328/sq mi
Total Area	0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	77.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	42.2 min
Drive Alone	76.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Summer Set

What is the population of Summer Set?

Summer Set has a population of 1,222 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,328 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.7 years. The population is 45.9% female and 54.1% male.

Is Summer Set expensive to live in?

Summer Set 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 $102,760, 37% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $226,800 (20% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Summer Set?

Summer Set has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches, with 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Summer Set?

The job market in Summer Set is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 42 minutes, and 8.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Summer Set?

The median home value in Summer Set is $226,800.

How are the schools in Summer Set?

Schools in Summer Set score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 34.5% of adults in Summer Set hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 15.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Summer Set?

The obesity rate in Summer Set is 40.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.4% of adults are smokers. 28.6% are physically inactive. 25.3% of residents report depression. 9.4% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Summer Set?

The average commute in Summer Set is 42 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Summer Set?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Summer Set is 99.8% White. 99.4% of residents speak only English at home. 6.1% of the population are military veterans. 13.0% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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