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Webster Groves, MO


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Webster Groves, Missouri

Webster Groves, Missouri, in St. Louis county, is 4 miles SW of St. Louis, Missouri. The city is located in the Saint Louis metropolitan area. Webster Groves has a population of 23,230.

The People and Families of Webster Groves

In Webster Groves, about 59% of adults are married.

In the most recent census it emerged that people are more likely female than male in Webster Groves, in comparison to similar cities.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Webster Groves had a median family income of $73,998. People in Webster Groves generally have good earning power. The city has a large middle class. Poverty is less common in Webster Groves than most places. The city enjoys an educated population. In Webster Groves, try going next door to borrow a cup of sugar or an inkjet printer cartridge -- home offices are quite common in Webster Groves. This city has lots of successful singles.

Political Inclinations

Residents of Webster Groves gave more campaign money ($18,700) to John Kerry than to the other people running for President in 2004. Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.

Crime and Safety

Webster Groves is generally a safe place not overly troubled by crime.

Webster Groves Housing

Owners occupy 80% of the housing units in Webster Groves. On average, the construction date of housing in the city is earlier than you'll find in most places. Residents here pay higher tax bills for their homes, which generally means better schools and other local services.

Commuting

In Webster Groves, 91% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Webster Groves strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Missouri):

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophyWebster Groves Well-Paid Single Men
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyWebster Groves College Educated Adults
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyWebster Groves Well-Paid Single Women
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 6%Webster Groves Median Family Income
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Webster Groves Low Property Crime
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)
Top 8%Webster Groves People in Middle Class or Better
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)
Top 13%Webster Groves Public Transportation Use
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. State)
Top 15%Webster Groves Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Webster Groves, MO

Comparing Webster Groves to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Missouri (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Women1010
Female Share of the Population108
Well-Paid Single Men1010
Age of the Population88
Senior Citizens86
Racial Diversity58
Children Under 5 Years Old44
Male Share of the Population23

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married68
Average Household Size45

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults1010
Median Family Income910
People in Middle Class or Better910
People Above Poverty89

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home910
Short Commute Times88
Public Transportation Use79
Walking and Biking to Work47

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone76
Seasonal and Vacation Housing65
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals45
Affordability of Property Taxes41
Affordability of Rents31
Housing Recently Built11

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime108
Low Violent Crime88

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