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Wildwood, MO

Missouri

Wildwood is a mid-size city in Missouri with a population of 35,168. Residents earn $157,750 per year, which is 110% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
35,168 Population 527/sq mi density
$157,750 Median Income $74,433 per capita
$472,800 Home Value $562,681 Zillow
$1,575 Median Rent 23.4% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$157,750 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$472,800 home value, $1,575/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
68.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $157,750
110% higher than US avg
Home Value $472,800
68% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 68.2%
102% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,575
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.8%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population35,168
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density527/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$157,750
Per Capita$74,433
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty2.1%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$472,800
Rent$1,575
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$562,681
Housing Units13,225
Rent Burden23.4%

Health

Obesity25.8%
Uninsured4.9%
Smoking9.5%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation768 ft (234 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+68.2%
High School+98.4%
Graduate+26.6%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute29 min
Broadband96.9%

Is Wildwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wildwood receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Wildwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wildwood is $157,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 110% above $75,149. This places Wildwood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 2.1% 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 Wildwood is $472,800, making it a premium housing market at 68% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,575 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Wildwood is a highly educated community — 68.2% 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

Wildwood 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.

Wildwood has a population of 35,168 with a density of 527 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.7%).

Population

35,168
Total Population
527
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
66.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Wildwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.4%
30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wildwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wildwood is $157,750, which is 110% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Wildwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$157,750
110% above US avg
Per Capita Income$74,433

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wildwood is $472,800, 68% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,575 (35% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $562,681.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$472,800
68% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$562,681
Median List Price$565,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$565,000
$/Sq Ft$195
Homes Sold22
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory40

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,575
35% above US avg
Rent Burden23.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.0%
Housing Units13,225
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

In Wildwood, 25.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.9% of residents lack health insurance. 9.5% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 17.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.8%
20% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.5%
32% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity17.4%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress9.4%
Short Sleep29.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured4.9%
43% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits73.0%

Food & Exercise

Wildwood 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

Elevation768 ft (234 m)
Area66.7 sq mi (172.7 km²)
Population Density527/sq mi
Coordinates38.5828°N, 90.6629°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
68.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (102% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 96.9% 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+68.2%
102% above US avg
High School+98.4%
Graduate Degree+26.6%
School Test Score5.51
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density527/sq mi
Total Area66.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.0%

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