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Velda Village Hills, MO

Missouri

Velda Village Hills is a small town in Missouri with a population of 771. Residents earn $45,313 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
771 Population 6,425/sq mi density
$45,313 Median Income $24,920 per capita
$50,700 Home Value $63,627 Zillow
$1,089 Median Rent 37.7% 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
2.8 / 5.0
$45,313 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,700 home value, $1,089/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,313
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,700
82% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,089
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.4%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population771
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density6,425/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,313
Per Capita$24,920
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty6.1%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,700
Rent$1,089
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$63,627
Housing Units416
Rent Burden37.7%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,093/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary1,427/100K

Health

Obesity46.4%
Uninsured12.6%
Smoking23.5%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation568 ft (173 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute20 min
Broadband83.7%

Is Velda Village Hills a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Velda Village Hills is $45,313, 40% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Velda Village Hills is $50,700, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,089 per month. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Velda Village Hills is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,093 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Velda Village 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.

Velda Village Hills has a population of 771 with a density of 6,425 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (97.3%), with 1.4% White.

Population

771
Total Population
6,425
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.1%
Female 58.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Velda Village Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Velda Village Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Velda Village Hills is $45,313, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Velda Village Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,313
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,920

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone64.0%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home24.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Velda Village Hills is $50,700, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,089 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $63,627.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,700
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$63,627

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,089
6% below US avg
Rent Burden37.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.7%
Housing Units416
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

In Velda Village Hills, 46.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.6% of residents lack health insurance. 23.5% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 41.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.4%
45% above US avg
Diabetes18.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure48.1%
Asthma13.6%
COPD9.0%
Cancer4.3%
Stroke5.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.5%
68% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.1%
Physical Inactivity41.5%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress16.8%
Short Sleep47.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Uninsured12.6%
47% above US avg
Checkup Rate81.1%
Dental Visits46.2%

Food & Exercise

Velda Village Hills has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,093 per 100,000 (7% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,093.2/100K
7% above US avg
Burglary1,427.2/100K
Theft666.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Velda Village Hills 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

Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density6,425/sq mi
Coordinates38.6906°N, 90.2873°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 83.7% 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+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6,425/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.7%

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone64.0%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home24.3%

Nearby Cities

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