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Ladue, MO

Ladue, MO

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Demographics

Predominantly WhiteSimpson's Diversity Index: 25
Population8,948
Foreign Born2.8%
Population Density1,045people per mi²
Median Age48.4 yrs
Demographics Trajectory
StableSince 2010, this city has held a relatively stable population and racial composition.
Current Race / Ethnicity Breakdown
Population Trends

Quality of Life

Overall Quality Of Life
B-
Good

Above-average quality of iife. The area offers a reasonable cost of living, decent mobility, and a mix of neighborhood amenities.

Quality of Life blends cost of living, nearby amenities, socioeconomic signals, and neighborhood character. City-level scores represent the whole municipality; individual neighborhoods can differ.

Cost of Living

239/100

139% above national average

F

The Real Cost of Living in Ladue, Missouri

TierIndividualFamily (4)
Survival $48k$89k
Comfortable $200k$293k
Luxury $452k+$700k+
Elite (Top 5%) $721k+$1.1M+
Affordability Ratio

85%

The Hood Index™

A metric tracking the socioeconomic signals of the area.

A-
Hood Index scan area
Premium Lean76%
RisksNeutralGrowth
Premium
40
Positive
40
Poor
22
Negative
15

Groceries

5 within 10 miles

2.6mi

Gas

0 within 10 miles

Hospital

3 within 20 miles

3.6mi

Airport

Saint Marys Hospital Emergency Room

3.9mi

Post Office

USPS — St. Louis, MO

7.4mi

Critical Amenities

Golf2Nearest 4.6 mi
Camping20Nearest 4.4 mi
Marina3Nearest 4.9 mi
Winery0 
Ice Rink4Nearest 2.9 mi
Gun Range4Nearest 6.4 mi

Affluence Level

Overall Affluence Grade
A
Great

A wealthy area with high-earning, well-educated households. Incomes, home values, and educational attainment meaningfully outpace national averages.

Median HHI
>$250k
233% above US avg

Census doesn't track above $250K

Est. Avg Net Worth
$1.1M
75% above US avg
College Educated
87.8%
151% above US avg
WFH
16.0%
12% above US avg
Homeownership
95.6%
46% above US avg
Median Home
$1M
264% above US avg

Crime

Overall Crime Grade
A+
Very Safe

Lower crime rates than 90% of comparable U.S. locations.

Crime Rate
9.2
Incidents per 1,000 residents
5yr Trend
−28.6%
Overall crime change since 2020

Violent Crime

5yr−22.8%
Homicide
0.00 / 1k Residents100% below state avg
Robbery
0.00 / 1k Residents100% below state avg
Aggravated Assault
0.90 / 1k Residents72% below state avg

Property Crime

5yr−34.4%
Burglary
0.90 / 1k Residents59% below state avg
Larceny-Theft
7.17 / 1k Residents36% below state avg
Motor Vehicle Theft
0.22 / 1k Residents92% below state avg
Source: FBI Crime Data · 2025

Political Climate

Cook PVI: R+4Tilts Conservative

District shown is the primary district for this city’s centroid. Cities may span multiple districts.

Presidential Voting Trends for Ladue, Missouri
Dem Rep
30%40%50%60%2000200420082012201620202024

Personal Sovereignty

Personal Sovereignty measures your capacity for self-reliance and independence with minimal government friction. Higher scores mean fewer barriers between you and the way you want to live... but it assumes you have the space you need and good neighbors.

Overall Sovereignty Grade
B+
Self-Reliant

Viable for self-reliance. Generally workable, though some barriers may limit total independence.

State Policy

Tax Burden
B-
Fair9.3% of income
Property Rights
C
FairIJ Grade C
Firearm Rights
A-
GreatFPC Grade A-
Homeschooling
A+
GreatNo notice required

Energy independence: Importer (15% of energy produced in-state)

Personal Liberty

Raw Milk
A-
OpenFarm sales legal
Gambling Laws
A
Broadly OpenCasinos · Poker · Sportsbetting
Marijuana Laws
A+
Fully LegalRecreational

Homesteading

Growing Season196 days278 frost-free
Annual Rainfall59.3"
Elevation617 ft

Strategic Assessment

Strategic Assessment grades tactical survivability using Joel Skousen's Strategic Relocation framework. Major population centers, blast zones, natural disasters, and border exposure all drive risk — lower exposure means a more defensible position in a crisis.

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Overall Strategic Grade
D+
Vulnerable

Multiple tactical vulnerabilities. Population density, target proximity, or disaster risk are likely compounding. A retreat property and exit planning is required.

Strategic Pillars

City Proximity
D-
Poor9.9 mi to nearest major city
Pop. Density
C-
Weak1,045/sq mi
Fallout Danger
C
Weak11 within ~30 mi
Natural Disaster
F
PoorHeat Wave
Border / Coast
A+
Greatborder 522 mi · coast 563 mi
FEMA Expected Loss$752.7M/yrfor the county

Key Distances

Nearest Major CitySt. Louis302k people are 9.9 mi away
Nearest Major AirportNo hub airport within 50 mi
Distance to State Capital97 miJefferson City, MO
Nearest Prison2.3 mi3 within 25 mi

* Values derived from national, state, county, city and local statistics and may differ in a specific area. Last updated: 2026-04-16T00:30:03.000Z

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