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Crime in University City summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in University City. Key points include:
There were 633 total crimes in University City in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in University City is 1,872.8 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in University City is 298.8 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in University City is 1,574.0 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in University City is -11.63% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In University City Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
University City / 100k People |
Missouri / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 633 | 1,872.8 | 2,403.3 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 101 | 298.8 | 462.0 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 2 | 5.9 | 7.8 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 13 | 38.5 | 51.5 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 76 | 224.9 | 357.5 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 532 | 1,574.0 | 1,941.2 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 27 | 79.9 | 236.3 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 429 | 1,269.3 | 1,306.5 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 76 | 224.9 | 398.4 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in University City summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in University City. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Missouri. Key points include:
The cost of living in University City is 109 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in University City is 1.1x higher than the national average.
The median home value in University City is $265,837.
The median income in University City is $80,694.
University City's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In University City Comparison Table
| Living Expense | University City | Missouri | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 109 | 90 | 100 |
| Services | 99 | 97 | 100 |
| Groceries | 97 | 98 | 100 |
| Health | 133 | 76 | 100 |
| Housing | 96 | 95 | 100 |
| Transportation | 94 | 94 | 100 |
| Utilities | 99 | 96 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
University City, MO Weather
The average high in University City is 65.8° and the average low is 47.2°.
There are 74.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 42.5 inches of precipitation each year with 16.3 inches of snow.
| Stat | University City |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 65.8 |
| Average Annual Low | 47.2 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 74.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 42.5 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 16.3 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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University City Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in University City
The current population in University City is 34,685. The population has decreased 2.9% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 34,685 | 0.1% |
| 2023 | 34,655 | -0.6% |
| 2022 | 34,850 | -0.3% |
| 2021 | 34,953 | 1.8% |
| 2020 | 34,336 | -0.5% |
| 2019 | 34,498 | -0.4% |
| 2018 | 34,653 | -0.8% |
| 2017 | 34,922 | -0.3% |
| 2016 | 35,042 | -0.4% |
| 2015 | 35,172 | -0.2% |
| 2014 | 35,226 | -0.2% |
| 2013 | 35,305 | -0.3% |
| 2012 | 35,397 | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 35,557 | -0.4% |
| 2010 | 35,704 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in University City
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University City is:
50.4% White with 17,487 White residents.
30.9% African American with 10,705 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 29 American Indian residents.
7.9% Asian with 2,727 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 6 Hawaiian residents.
1.0% Other with 357 Other residents.
4.7% Two Or More with 1,629 Two Or More residents.
5.0% Hispanic with 1,745 Hispanic residents.
| Race | University City | MO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 50.4% | 76.3% | 57.4% |
| African American | 30.9% | 10.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 7.9% | 2.1% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.7% | 4.8% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 5.0% | 5.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in University City
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University City is 54.0% female with 18,728 female residents.
University City is 46.0% male with 15,957 male residents.
| Gender | University City | MO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.0% | 50.7% | 50.5% |
| Male | 46.0% | 49.3% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in University City for adults over 25
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0.0% of adults in University City completed < 9th grade.
3.0% of adults in University City completed 9-12th grade.
13.0% of adults in University City completed high school / ged.
12.0% of adults in University City completed some college.
7.0% of adults in University City completed associate's degree.
31.0% of adults in University City completed bachelor's degree.
23.0% of adults in University City completed master's degree.
6.0% of adults in University City completed professional degree.
5.0% of adults in University City completed doctorate degree.
| Education | University City | MO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 0.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 13.0% | 30.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 12.0% | 21.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 7.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 31.0% | 20.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 23.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 6.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 5.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For University City, Missouri
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5.6% of households in University City earn Less than $10,000.
4.7% of households in University City earn $10,000 to $14,999.
5.6% of households in University City earn $15,000 to $24,999.
5.5% of households in University City earn $25,000 to $34,999.
9.6% of households in University City earn $35,000 to $49,999.
16.3% of households in University City earn $50,000 to $74,999.
8.8% of households in University City earn $75,000 to $99,999.
16.6% of households in University City earn $100,000 to $149,999.
9.3% of households in University City earn $150,000 to $199,999.
18.1% of households in University City earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | University City | MO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 5.6% | 4.9% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.7% | 3.8% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 5.6% | 7.1% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.5% | 7.8% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 9.6% | 11.9% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.3% | 17.4% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 8.8% | 13.2% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 16.6% | 17.1% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 9.3% | 8.2% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 18.1% | 8.7% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
