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St. Louis County
  • County in Missouri

Report Card

grade A+
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Public Schools
    grade A
  2. Housing
    grade A minus
  3. Nightlife
    grade A
  4. Good for Families
    grade A+
  5. Diversity
    grade A minus
  6. Jobs
    grade A
  7. Weather
    grade B minus
  8. Cost of Living
    grade B minus
  9. Health & Fitness
    grade A
  10. Outdoor Activities
    grade A minus
  11. Commute
    grade B

editorial

St. Louis County is located in Missouri with a population of 1,001,982. St. Louis County is one of the best places to live in Missouri. In St. Louis County, most residents own their homes. In St. Louis County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in St. Louis County and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in St. Louis County are highly rated.

About

Population
1,001,982

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$220,100
National
$244,900
Median Rent
$1,032
National
$1,163
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    31%
  • Own
    69%
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St. Louis County Rankings

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Crime & Safety

Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Assault
    190.3
    national  282.7
  • Murder
    8.9
    national  6.1
  • Rape
    20.1
    national  40.7
  • Robbery
    89.4
    national  135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Burglary
    363.9
    national  500.1
  • Theft
    1,928.6
    national  2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    227.4
    national  284

Residents

Diversity
grade A minus
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
  • <10 years
    12%
  • 10-17 years
    10%
  • 18-24 years
    8%
  • 25-34 years
    13%
  • 35-44 years
    12%
  • 45-54 years
    12%
  • 55-64 years
    14%
  • 65+ years
    18%
Education Levels
  • Master's degree or higher
    20%
    national  13%
  • Bachelor's degree
    26%
    national  21%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    28%
    national  29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    21%
    national  26%
  • Less than high school diploma
    6%
    national  11%

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