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Weston, MO

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Weston is a small town in Missouri with a population of 1,852. Residents earn $91,625 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,852 Population 493/sq mi density
$91,625 Median Income $38,936 per capita
$246,000 Home Value $366,153 Zillow
$925 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
116 Violent Crime/100K 582 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,625 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$246,000 home value, $925/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
116 violent crimes/100K (69% below avg)
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,625
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $246,000
13% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 116/100K
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.4%
17% higher than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,852
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density493/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,625
Per Capita$38,936
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty1.2%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$246,000
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$366,153
Housing Units854
Rent Burden26.7%

Crime

F
Violent116/100K
Property582/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault58/100K
Burglary116/100K

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking13.2%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation814 ft (248 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.4%
High School+96.2%
Graduate+13.5%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute29 min
Broadband94.9%
EV Stations4

Is Weston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weston receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Weston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weston is $91,625, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weston is $246,000, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Weston is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 582 per 100,000, 70% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Weston 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 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Weston has a population of 1,852 with a density of 493 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.5% female and 46.5% male. The city is predominantly White (91.6%), with 1.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.9% of residents. 7.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,852
Total Population
493
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Weston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Weston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weston is $91,625, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,936. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% 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 29 minutes. 7.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Weston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,625
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,936

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Weston is $246,000, 13% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $366,153, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below 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 854 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$246,000
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$366,153

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$164
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% below US avg
Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.9%
Housing Units854
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

In Weston, 36.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 30.1% have high blood pressure. 13.2% are current smokers. 18.6% report binge drinking. 21.9% are physically inactive. 25.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.2% experience frequent mental distress. 6.7% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Weston vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits66.2%

Food & Exercise

Weston has a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents, 69% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 58.2 per 100,000, robbery at 58.2, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 582 per 100,000, 70% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 466, burglary at 116, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Weston receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent116.5/100K
69% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery58.2/100K
Assault58.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property582.4/100K
70% below US avg
Burglary116.5/100K
Theft465.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Weston 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 38.6 inches. The area receives 3.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 814 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation814 ft (248 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.7 km²)
Population Density493/sq mi
Coordinates39.4143°N, 94.9006°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 33°F (0°C) 1.2 in
March 44°F (6°C) 2.6 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.6 in
May 65°F (18°C) 5.1 in Wettest
June 73°F (23°C) 4.9 in
July 78°F (26°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 76°F (25°C) 3.9 in
September 68°F (20°C) 4.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
November 42°F (6°C) 2.4 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 1.5 in

Weston has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 27°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (1.0").

39.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. 13.5% hold a graduate or professional degree. 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. 94.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. 87% 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+39.4%
17% above US avg
High School+96.2%
Graduate Degree+13.5%
School Test Score5.51
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density493/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.9%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home7.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Weston

What is the population of Weston?

Weston has a population of 1,852 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 493 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.5% female and 46.5% male.

Is Weston expensive to live in?

Weston 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 $91,625, 22% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $246,000 (13% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Weston safe?

Weston is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 582 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Weston receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Weston?

Weston 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 38.6 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Weston?

The job market in Weston is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 7.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Weston?

The median home value in Weston is $246,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $366,153. For renters, the median monthly rent is $925. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Weston?

Schools in Weston score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 39.4% of adults in Weston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. 13.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Weston?

The obesity rate in Weston is 36.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.2% of adults are smokers. 21.9% are physically inactive. 25.4% of residents report depression. 6.7% lack health insurance (below the national rate).

What is transportation like in Weston?

The average commute in Weston is 29 minutes. 87% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Weston?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Weston is 91.6% White, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home. 7.4% of the population are military veterans. 16.7% of residents have a disability. 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

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