St. Louis

MO

St. Louis city, Missouri

Population 289K |Median income $56,160 |4 hospitals

Population
288,512
St. Louis city
Median Income
$56,160
-17% vs avg
Median Home Value
$197,500
-13% vs avg
Median Age
36.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
289K-10%
Median Income
$56,160+62%
Median Home Value
$197,500+66%
Poverty Rate
20.6%-25%
Unemployment
5%-65%

Economics

Median Rent
$997/mo
Poverty Rate
20.6% +45% vs avg
Unemployment 5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 41.1%
Work From Home 17%
Public Transit 5.7%

Population

White 45.5%
African American 42.3%
Asian 3.5%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
37.5%
Short Sleep Duration
37.1%
Obesity
37%
Physical Inactivity
27%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.2%
Binge Drinking
17.1%
Current Smoking
16.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.7%
Diabetes
13.3%
Current Asthma
11.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 55.8%
Annual Checkup 80.5%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.1%
Stroke
3.9%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
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1
Average Rating
2.5/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
2
BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL
SAINT LOUIS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
SSM HEALTH SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
SAINT LOUIS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — St. Louis Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Alexander, Catawba, Davie, Iredell, and Rowan Counties

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Charlotte Metro and Surrounding North Carolina Counties

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Rutherford, Polk, and Cleveland Counties in North Carolina

NOAA · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway at Kellys Mountain in Snowy Monaro Region

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Kansas City Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Colorado Mountains; Gusts Up to 80 MPH Expected

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of St. Louis, MO? ▼
St. Louis, MO has a population of 288,512 people, located in St. Louis city, Missouri.
What is the median household income in St. Louis? ▼
The median household income in St. Louis, MO is $56,160 per year. The poverty rate is 20.6%.
What is the median home value in St. Louis? ▼
The median home value in St. Louis, MO is $197,500. Median rent is $997/month.
What are the top health concerns in St. Louis? ▼
The top health indicators in St. Louis include High Blood Pressure (37.5%), Short Sleep Duration (37.1%), Obesity (37%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in St. Louis? ▼
St. Louis has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in St. Louis? ▼
The median age in St. Louis, MO is 36.8 years. 41.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

St. Louis, MO is located in St. Louis city, Missouri. With a population of 289K and a median household income of $56,160, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the St. Louis area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Nearby Cities 8

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (St. Louis city) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.