Saint Louis County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Saint Louis County, MO has a population of approximately 1,004,125 people. The racial composition is 68.9% White, 24.9% Black or African American, 4.2% Asian, and 2.0% of two or more races. Hispanic or Latino individuals of any race make up 3.5% of the population. The median household income is around $67,500, and 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The county covers an area of 523 square miles.

Sources:

1. U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 Census

As of 2023, the median home value in Saint Louis County, MO, is approximately $275,000. The average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment is around $1,200 per month. Home ownership rate stands at 72%, with a vacancy rate of 8%. The median household income is roughly $66,000 annually. Property taxes average about 1.38% of the assessed home value. Housing market trends indicate a 3% annual appreciation in home values.

Saint Louis County, MO, has several elections, including federal, state, and local races. As of the latest cycles, key positions include County Executive, County Council members, and various judicial seats. For instance, the November 2022 County Executive race featured incumbent Dr. Sam Page (Democrat) running against Mark Mantovani (Republican).

In local council races, the county is divided into seven districts, each electing a council member. Voter turnout typically varies; in recent general elections, it ranged from 55% to 70%. Specific candidate lists and numerical outcomes differ per election cycle and can be accessed on the Saint Louis County Board of Elections website or official announcements.

For the most accurate and current data, always refer to the latest official St. Louis County election results and materials.

Saint Louis County, MO, demonstrates a high level of educational attainment compared to both state and national averages. Approximately 46.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. In contrast, the national average for a bachelor's degree or higher is about 33.1%, and the Missouri state average is 30.7%. High school graduation rates in Saint Louis County are also impressive, with around 94.6% of residents having completed high school, compared to the national average of 88.5% and the state average of 89.9%. These figures highlight Saint Louis County as a hub for higher education and academic achievement within Missouri and the broader United States.

As of recent data, Saint Louis County, MO, has an employment rate of approximately 96.3%, with notable employment in various sectors. The top industries include healthcare and social assistance (16.5%), professional and technical services (11.1%), retail trade (10.3%), and manufacturing (7.6%). The county's unemployment rate hovers around 3.7%, slightly below the national average of 3.8% and closely aligned with Missouri's state average of 3.6%.

When compared to national averages, Saint Louis County has a higher concentration in healthcare and professional services but aligns closely with national trends in retail and manufacturing. The county’s emphasis on healthcare and professional services outpaces the state's average, reflecting a more specialized local economy.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Missouri Economic Research and Information Center (MERIC)

As of the latest data, the median household income in Saint Louis County, MO is approximately $68,500. For comparison, the median household income for the entire state of Missouri is about $57,409, while the national average stands at $68,703. This places Saint Louis County slightly above both the state average and nearly equal to the national median.

Income Statistics Table

This indicates that Saint Louis County's income levels are relatively higher within the state context and nearly on par with the national average.

In Saint Louis County, MO, the crime rate data for recent years shows variations in different types of crimes. As of 2022:

• The violent crime rate stands at about 360 incidents per 100,000 residents.
• Property crimes are recorded at approximately 2,500 incidents per 100,000 residents.

Here's a brief table summarizing the crime rates:

The numbers indicate that property crimes are significantly higher than violent crimes in Saint Louis County.