Uplands Park, MO

Missouri

Uplands Park is a small town in Missouri with a population of 358. Residents earn $50,313 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
358 Population 5,114/sq mi density
$50,313 Median Income $23,147 per capita
$85,800 Home Value $97,362 Zillow
$1,229 Median Rent 39.6% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$50,313 median income, 8.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,800 home value, $1,229/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,313
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,800
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,229
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.6%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.5%
57% higher than US avg

How Uplands Park Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population358
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density5,114/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

C
Median Income$50,313
Per Capita$23,147
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty19.5%
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,800
Rent$1,229
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$97,362
Housing Units176
Rent Burden39.6%

Health

Obesity46.6%
Uninsured12.6%
Smoking23.5%
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation617 ft (188 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+87.5%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute36 min
Broadband83.9%

Is Uplands Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Uplands Park receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Uplands Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Uplands Park is $50,313, 33% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Uplands Park is $85,800, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,229 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Uplands Park 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.

Uplands Park has a population of 358 with a density of 5,114 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (98.3%).

Population

358
Total Population
5,114
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Uplands Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Uplands Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Uplands Park is $50,313, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Uplands Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,313
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,147

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit5.4%
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Uplands Park is $85,800, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,229 (6% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $97,362.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,800
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$97,362

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,229
6% above US avg
Rent Burden39.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.3%
Housing Units176
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

In Uplands Park, 46.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.6% of residents lack health insurance. 23.5% are current smokers. 20.7% report depression. 41.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Uplands Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.6%
45% above US avg
Diabetes18.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure48.2%
Asthma13.5%
COPD8.9%
Cancer4.3%
Stroke5.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.5%
68% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.2%
Physical Inactivity41.6%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress16.7%
Short Sleep46.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Uninsured12.6%
47% above US avg
Checkup Rate81.2%
Dental Visits45.7%

Food & Exercise

Uplands Park has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

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

Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density5,114/sq mi
Coordinates38.6931°N, 90.2823°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 83.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+87.5%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density5,114/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit5.4%
Work from Home6.2%

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