University City, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 10/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Education Hub. The area boasts numerous high-quality colleges and universities within close proximity, offering a wide range of academic opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
34,655 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
64.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,466 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$285,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$783 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,110 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.6% 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 2 4 31
Feb 2 4 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 1 46
Dec 3 3 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 67% of residents leaning left and 28% leaning right.

Liberal (68%) (29%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 22%
Hillary Clinton 72%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MO State Senate District 14, MO State House District 86, MO
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Schools

University City Sr High
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Jackson Park Elem
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Washington University in St Louis
2 miles, S • 4.6 star
Fontbonne University
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Barnes Jewish Hospital
4 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
89 miles, NE • 1 star
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