Valley Park, 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 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
6,817 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
44.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,470 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$232,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$723 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,163 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.7% 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 31
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 4 0 56
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 4 0 58
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 3 3 34

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 53%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MO State Senate District 24, MO State House District 98, MO
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Schools

Valley Park Sr High
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Valley Park Middle
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Valley Park Elem
<1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Midwest Institute
3 miles, SE • 1 star
Applied Technology Services
4 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Grabber School of Hair Design
6 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Ssm St Clare Health Center
2 miles, S • 4.1 star
St Luke's Des Peres Hospital
3 miles, E • 3.2 star
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
6 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Mercy Hospital South
7 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbia Regional Airport
95 miles, NW • 1 star
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
100 miles, NE • 1 star
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