Villa Ridge, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $67,129

11% lower than US avg

Home Value $153,100

46% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 17.7%

47% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,605

38% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.3%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.4%

6% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.2%

58% lower than US avg

How Villa Ridge Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,994

Median Age34.4 yrs

Density610/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 90%

Veterans9.7%

Economy

Median Income$67,129

Per Capita$26,403

Unemployment3.4%

Poverty5.2%

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$153,100

Rent$1,605

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$279,403

Housing Units1,070

Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity40.3%

Uninsured8.4%

Smoking17.1%

Depression27.3%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.3 in/yr

Sunny Days265/yr

Elevation692 ft (211 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.7%

High School+91.0%

Graduate+5.0%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute27 min

Broadband94.4%

Is Villa Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Villa Ridge receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Villa Ridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Villa Ridge is $67,129, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Villa Ridge is $153,100, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,605 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Villa Ridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Villa Ridge has a population of 2,994 with a density of 610 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 square miles. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.7% female and 53.3% male. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.9% of residents. 9.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,994

Total Population

610

People / sq mi

34.4yrs

Median Age

12% below US avg

4.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%

Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Villa Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.9%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	1.1%
	92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Villa Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Villa Ridge is $67,129, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,403 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% 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 27 minutes. 17.4% of workers work from home.

Income: Villa Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$67,129
	11% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.4%
	6% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.2%
	58% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.3 min
Drive Alone	70.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	17.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Villa Ridge is $153,100, 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $279,403, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.2% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,605 (38% 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 1,070 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1980. 32.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$153,100
	46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$279,403
Median List Price	$247,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$247,000
$/Sq Ft	$201
Homes Sold	4
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.2%
Price Drops	40.0%
Inventory	5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,605
	38% above US avg
Rent Burden	32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	81.0%
Housing Units	1,070
Median Year Built	1980

Property Tax

In Villa Ridge, 40.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 32.7% have high blood pressure. 17.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 19.6% report binge drinking. 28.0% are physically inactive. 27.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.1% experience frequent mental distress. 8.4% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Villa Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.3%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	10.2%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	32.7%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	7.3%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.1%
	22% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.6%
Physical Inactivity	28.0%
Depression	27.3%
Mental Distress	19.1%
Physical Distress	13.9%
Short Sleep	36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	87.0%
Uninsured	8.4%
	2% below US avg
Checkup Rate	76.3%
Dental Visits	60.2%

Food & Exercise

Villa Ridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 265 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 39.3 inches. The area receives 7.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 692 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	54.9°F
	2% above US avg
January Average	29°F (-1°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.3 inches
	3% above US avg
Snowfall	7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	692 ft (211 m)
Area	4.9 sq mi (12.7 km²)
Population Density	610/sq mi
Coordinates	38.4726°N, 90.8868°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	29°F (-1°C)	2.0 in	Coldest, Driest
February	35°F (2°C)	2.1 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.6 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.4 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	3.6 in
July	78°F (25°C)	3.6 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	3.3 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.4 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.2 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.5 in
December	34°F (1°C)	3.0 in

Villa Ridge has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 29°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.4") and January the driest (2.0").

17.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 47% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. 5.0% 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. 94.4% of households have broadband internet access. 70.1% 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+	17.7%
	47% below US avg
High School+	91.0%
Graduate Degree+	5.0%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	610/sq mi
Total Area	4.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	94.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.3 min
Drive Alone	70.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	17.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Villa Ridge

What is the population of Villa Ridge?

Villa Ridge has a population of 2,994 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 610 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.7% female and 53.3% male.

Is Villa Ridge expensive to live in?

Villa Ridge 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 $67,129, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $153,100 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,605 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Villa Ridge?

Villa Ridge has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.3 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Villa Ridge?

Villa Ridge has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 17.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Villa Ridge?

The median home value in Villa Ridge is $153,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $279,403. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,605. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Villa Ridge?

Schools in Villa Ridge score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.7% of adults in Villa Ridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Villa Ridge?

The obesity rate in Villa Ridge is 40.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.1% of adults are smokers. 28.0% are physically inactive. 27.3% of residents report depression. 8.4% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Villa Ridge?

The average commute in Villa Ridge is 27 minutes. 70.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Villa Ridge?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Villa Ridge is 89.5% White, 1% Black or African American, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 98.9% of residents speak only English at home. 9.7% of the population are military veterans. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

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