Affton, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
20,035 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,337 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$200,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$611 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$876 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Louis County
4
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Missouri
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Louis County
5
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Missouri
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 30
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 4 0 56
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 3 0 69
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 3 3 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MO State Senate District 1, MO State House District 92, MO
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Schools

Lutheran High School South
<1 miles, W • 4.6 star
Affton High
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Cor Jesu Academy
1 miles, W • 5 star
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Colleges

Skin Institute
3 miles, W
Webster University
3 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Hospital South
4 miles, W • 2.3 star
St Alexius Hospital
6 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
96 miles, NE • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
100 miles, S • 1 star
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