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Webster Groves, MO

Missouri

Webster Groves is a small city in Missouri with a population of 23,771. Residents earn $110,716 per year, which is 47% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
23,771 Population 4,022/sq mi density
$110,716 Median Income $66,359 per capita
$371,400 Home Value $427,994 Zillow
$1,628 Median Rent 32.4% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
181 Violent Crime/100K 989 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$110,716 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$371,400 home value, $1,628/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
181 violent crimes/100K (52% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
68.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,716
47% higher than US avg
Home Value $371,400
32% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 181/100K
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 68.8%
104% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,628
40% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.9%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

How Webster Groves Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population23,771
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density4,022/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$110,716
Per Capita$66,359
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty1.7%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$371,400
Rent$1,628
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$427,994
Housing Units10,099
Rent Burden32.4%

Crime

F
Violent181/100K
Property989/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault129/100K
Burglary189/100K

Health

Obesity26.9%
Uninsured4.9%
Smoking9.6%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

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

Education

A+
Bachelor's+68.8%
High School+98.5%
Graduate+33.9%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute20 min
Broadband93.2%
EV Stations1

Is Webster Groves a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Webster Groves receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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. Webster Groves offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Webster Groves is $110,716, which is significantly higher than the national average — 47% above $75,149. This places Webster Groves among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 1.7% 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 Webster Groves is $371,400, 32% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,628 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Webster Groves is below the national average at 181 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 989 per 100,000, 50% below the national average.

Education

Webster Groves is a highly educated community — 68.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Webster Groves 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.

Webster Groves has a population of 23,771 with a density of 4,022 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.6%), with 5.6% Black.

Population

23,771
Total Population
4,022
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Webster Groves vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Webster Groves vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Webster Groves is $110,716, which is 47% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Webster Groves vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,716
47% above US avg
Per Capita Income$66,359

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home21.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Webster Groves is $371,400, 32% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,628 (40% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $427,994.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$371,400
32% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$427,994
Median List Price$350,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$350,000
$/Sq Ft$236
Homes Sold16
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops29.2%
Inventory24

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,628
40% above US avg
Rent Burden32.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.5%
Housing Units10,099
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

In Webster Groves, 26.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.9% of residents lack health insurance. 9.6% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 17.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Webster Groves vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.9%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.1%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity17.5%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress9.6%
Short Sleep29.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured4.9%
43% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits72.9%

Food & Exercise

Webster Groves has a violent crime rate of 181 per 100,000 residents, 52% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 989 per 100,000 (50% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Webster Groves vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent180.6/100K
52% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape21.5/100K
Robbery30.1/100K
Assault129.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property988.9/100K
50% below US avg
Burglary189.2/100K
Theft748.1/100K
Vehicle Theft51.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Webster Groves 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)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.3 km²)
Population Density4,022/sq mi
Coordinates38.5926°N, 90.3573°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
68.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (104% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 93.2% 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+68.8%
104% above US avg
High School+98.5%
Graduate Degree+33.9%
School Test Score5.51
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4,022/sq mi
Total Area5.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.2%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home21.8%

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