Wildwood

Wildwood, Missouri Overview

With a composite score of 60.8/100 and a A grade, Wildwood ranks #5 of 20 cities in Missouri. Its strongest showing is in Fiscal Health (100/100), while Outdoor Access (15/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Wildwood

Wildwood’s median household income of $157,750 is 143% above the Missouri median of $64,811, and its 3.1% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 3.2%.

Cost of Living in Wildwood

The median home value is $472,800. Median monthly rent is $1,575. Renters spend 12.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Wildwood

Wildwood’s adult obesity rate of 26.7% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.9%. Residents average 13.6 poor mental health days per month. Missouri ranks #35 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Wildwood

Wildwood’s high school graduation rate of 95% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 14.7:1. Per-pupil spending is $12,527. The city has 7 public schools serving 4,956 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Wildwood

Wildwood enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 55.3°F. Summers average 74.2°F. Winters average 36.9°F. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. 18.6% of workers in Wildwood work from home, well above the national average.

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