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Sunset Hills, MO

Missouri

Sunset Hills is a small city in Missouri with a population of 9,113. Residents earn $133,895 per year, which is 78% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
9,113 Population 1,015/sq mi density
$133,895 Median Income $78,290 per capita
$522,300 Home Value $593,506 Zillow
$3,454 Median Rent 41.9% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
94 Violent Crime/100K 2,439 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$133,895 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$522,300 home value, $3,454/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
94 violent crimes/100K (75% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
64.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $133,895
78% higher than US avg
Home Value $522,300
85% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 94/100K
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 64.0%
90% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,454
197% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.2%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

How Sunset Hills Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population9,113
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density1,015/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$133,895
Per Capita$78,290
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty1.2%
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$522,300
Rent$3,454
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$593,506
Housing Units3,798
Rent Burden41.9%

Crime

F
Violent94/100K
Property2,439/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault70/100K
Burglary234/100K

Health

Obesity27.2%
Uninsured5.6%
Smoking11.2%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation633 ft (193 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+64.0%
High School+97.8%
Graduate+25.6%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute22 min
Broadband91.3%

Is Sunset Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sunset Hills receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Sunset Hills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sunset Hills is $133,895, which is significantly higher than the national average — 78% above $75,149. This places Sunset Hills among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sunset Hills is $522,300, making it a premium housing market at 85% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,454 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Sunset Hills is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 94 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,439 per 100,000, 24% above the national average.

Education

Sunset Hills is a highly educated community — 64.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Sunset Hills 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.

Sunset Hills has a population of 9,113 with a density of 1,015 people per square mile, spread across 9.0 square miles. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.3% female and 47.7% male. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.9% of residents. 5.0% of the population are veterans. 11.0% of residents have a disability. 97.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,113
Total Population
1,015
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
9.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Sunset Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sunset Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sunset Hills is $133,895, which is 78% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $78,290 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% 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 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Sunset Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$133,895
78% above US avg
Per Capita Income$78,290

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sunset Hills is $522,300, 85% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $593,506, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 103.2% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $3,454 (197% above 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 3,798 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. 41.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$522,300
85% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$593,506
Median List Price$637,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$637,500
$/Sq Ft$241
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio103.2%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory20

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,454
197% above US avg
Rent Burden41.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.6%
Housing Units3,798
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

In Sunset Hills, 27.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.3% of residents, below the national average. 27.8% have high blood pressure. 11.2% are current smokers. 20.6% report binge drinking. 19.0% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.0% experience frequent mental distress. 5.6% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Sunset Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.2%
15% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.6%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress10.4%
Short Sleep29.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Uninsured5.6%
35% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits72.4%

Food & Exercise

Sunset Hills has a violent crime rate of 94 per 100,000 residents, 75% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 70.4 per 100,000, robbery at 11.7, rape at 11.7. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,439 per 100,000, 24% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,146, burglary at 234, vehicle theft at 59 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Sunset Hills receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Sunset Hills vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent93.8/100K
75% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape11.7/100K
Robbery11.7/100K
Assault70.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,438.7/100K
24% above US avg
Burglary234.5/100K
Theft2,145.6/100K
Vehicle Theft58.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Sunset Hills 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 633 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation633 ft (193 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.3 km²)
Population Density1,015/sq mi
Coordinates38.5389°N, 90.4073°W
TimezoneAmerica/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) 3.6 in
April 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
May 66°F (19°C) 4.1 in Wettest
June 74°F (23°C) 3.6 in
July 78°F (26°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in
September 69°F (21°C) 3.2 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in Coldest

Sunset Hills 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").

64.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 90% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. 25.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (above 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. 91.3% of households have broadband internet access. 78.4% 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+64.0%
90% above US avg
High School+97.8%
Graduate Degree+25.6%
School Test Score5.51
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,015/sq mi
Total Area9.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.3%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Sunset Hills

What is the population of Sunset Hills?

Sunset Hills has a population of 9,113 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,015 people per square mile, spread across 9.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.3% female and 47.7% male.

Is Sunset Hills expensive to live in?

Sunset Hills 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 $133,895, 78% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $522,300 (85% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $3,454 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sunset Hills safe?

Sunset Hills is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 94 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,439 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Sunset Hills receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sunset Hills?

Sunset Hills 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 Sunset Hills?

The job market in Sunset Hills is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 15.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sunset Hills?

The median home value in Sunset Hills is $522,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $593,506. For renters, the median monthly rent is $3,454. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Sunset Hills?

Schools in Sunset Hills score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 64.0% of adults in Sunset Hills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. 25.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sunset Hills?

The obesity rate in Sunset Hills is 27.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.2% of adults are smokers. 19.0% are physically inactive. 24.9% of residents report depression. 5.6% lack health insurance (below the national rate).

What is transportation like in Sunset Hills?

The average commute in Sunset Hills is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sunset Hills?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sunset Hills is 93.6% White, 1.1% Black or African American. 95.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.1% speak Spanish. 5.0% of the population are military veterans. 11.0% of residents have a disability. 97.9% have health insurance coverage.

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