Weatherby Lake, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $168,125

124% higher than US avg

Home Value $486,000

72% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 55/100K

85% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 61.5%

82% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.6%

5% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.7%

81% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.9%

93% lower than US avg

How Weatherby Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,465

Median Age48.3 yrs

Density2,393/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans13.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$168,125

Per Capita$76,896

Unemployment0.7%

Poverty0.9%

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$486,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$571,499

Housing Units967

Rent Burden27.9%

Crime

Violent55/100K

Property664/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault55/100K

Burglary55/100K

Health

Obesity33.6%

Uninsured5.9%

Smoking10.0%

Depression23.4%

Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain38.8 in/yr

Sunny Days266/yr

Elevation948 ft (289 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+61.5%

High School+98.4%

Graduate+31.9%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute26 min

Broadband96.8%

Is Weatherby Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weatherby Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. 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. Weatherby Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weatherby Lake is $168,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 124% above $75,149. This places Weatherby Lake among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weatherby Lake is $486,000, making it a premium housing market at 72% above the U.S. median of $281,900. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Weatherby Lake is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 55 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 664 per 100,000, 66% below the national average.

Education

Weatherby Lake is a highly educated community — 61.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Weatherby Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Weatherby Lake has a population of 2,465 with a density of 2,393 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. The city is predominantly White (88.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.7% of residents, while 6.3% speak Spanish. 13.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.6% of residents have a disability. 98.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,465

Total Population

2,393

People / sq mi

48.3yrs

Median Age

24% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%

Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Weatherby Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	93.7%
	19% above US avg
Spanish	6.3%
	53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Weatherby Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weatherby Lake is $168,125, which is 124% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $76,896 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.9% 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 26 minutes. 29.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Weatherby Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$168,125
	124% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$76,896

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.7%
	81% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.9%
	93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.4 min
Drive Alone	63.9%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	29.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Weatherby Lake is $486,000, 72% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $571,499, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 967 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1984. 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$486,000
	72% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$571,499

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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	97.5%
Housing Units	967
Median Year Built	1984

Property Tax

In Weatherby Lake, 33.6% of adults are obese, above 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. 28.1% have high blood pressure. 10.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 19.1% report binge drinking. 18.2% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.1% experience frequent mental distress. 5.9% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Weatherby Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.6%
	5% above US avg
Diabetes	7.3%
Heart Disease	4.3%
High Blood Pressure	28.1%
Asthma	9.7%
COPD	4.4%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.0%
	29% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.1%
Physical Inactivity	18.2%
Depression	23.4%
Mental Distress	15.1%
Physical Distress	10.1%
Short Sleep	32.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.1%
Uninsured	5.9%
	31% below US avg
Checkup Rate	78.3%
Dental Visits	71.8%

Food & Exercise

Weatherby Lake has a violent crime rate of 55 per 100,000 residents, 85% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 55.4 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 664 per 100,000, 66% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 554, burglary at 55, vehicle theft at 55 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Weatherby Lake receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Weatherby Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	55.4/100K
	85% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	55.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	664.5/100K
	66% below US avg
Burglary	55.4/100K
Theft	553.7/100K
Vehicle Theft	55.4/100K
Arson	55.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Weatherby Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.8 inches. The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 948 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	54.4°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.8 inches
	2% above US avg
Snowfall	4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	948 ft (289 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density	2,393/sq mi
Coordinates	39.2378°N, 94.6961°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	1.1 in	Coldest, Driest
February	33°F (1°C)	1.3 in
March	44°F (7°C)	2.5 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.5 in
May	65°F (18°C)	5.2 in	Wettest
June	74°F (23°C)	4.9 in
July	78°F (26°C)	4.2 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.7 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.8 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.4 in
November	43°F (6°C)	2.5 in
December	32°F (0°C)	1.7 in

Weatherby Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 27°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.2") and January the driest (1.1").

61.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. 31.9% 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. 96.8% of households have broadband internet access. 63.9% 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+	61.5%
	82% above US avg
High School+	98.4%
Graduate Degree+	31.9%
School Test Score	5.51

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	2,393/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	96.8%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.4 min
Drive Alone	63.9%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	29.2%

Frequently Asked Questions About Weatherby Lake

What is the population of Weatherby Lake?

Weatherby Lake has a population of 2,465 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 2,393 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Weatherby Lake expensive to live in?

Weatherby Lake 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 $168,125, 124% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $486,000 (72% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Weatherby Lake safe?

Weatherby Lake is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 55 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 664 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Weatherby Lake receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Weatherby Lake?

Weatherby Lake has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.8 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Weatherby Lake?

The job market in Weatherby Lake is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 29.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Weatherby Lake?

The median home value in Weatherby Lake is $486,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $571,499.

How are the schools in Weatherby Lake?

Schools in Weatherby Lake score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 61.5% of adults in Weatherby Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. 31.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Weatherby Lake?

The obesity rate in Weatherby Lake is 33.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 10.0% of adults are smokers. 18.2% are physically inactive. 23.4% of residents report depression. 5.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate).

What is transportation like in Weatherby Lake?

The average commute in Weatherby Lake is 26 minutes. 63.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 29.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Weatherby Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Weatherby Lake is 88.8% White, 0.6% Black or African American. 93.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.3% speak Spanish. 13.0% of the population are military veterans. 11.6% of residents have a disability. 98.1% have health insurance coverage.

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