Florissant, MO Local Data & Statistics

State: MO

Total population: 51,773 Household income: $65,318 Rent: $1,288

Overview

Total population

51,773

Rent

$1,288

Year built

1963

Household income

$65,318

Per capita income

$33,549

Poverty rate

10.1%

Unemployment rate

3.6%

Household size

2.4 persons

Rent over 30% of income

44.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Missouri

Total population

51,773

Adults over 25

35,721

Total households

21,229

Household size

2.4 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$65,318

Per capita income

$33,549

Poverty rate

10.1%

Unemployment rate

3.6%

Rent over 30% of income

44.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,288

Year built

1963

Households that rent

32.9%

Households that own

67.1%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.5

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

45.7%

Black

44%

Asian

0.9%

Two or more races

8.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

2.4%

Not Hispanic or Latino

97.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

86.4%

Commute time to work

26 mins

Work from home

13.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

31.5%

High school graduate or GED

30.7%

Some college or associate degree

15.3%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

22.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Florissant, MO with: Missouri United States

Florissant, MO

Total population51,773

Rent$1,288

Year built1963

Household income$65,318

Per capita income$33,549

Poverty rate10.1%

Unemployment rate3.6%

Missouri State

Total population6,191,814

Rent$1,033

Year built1978

Household income$70,702

Per capita income$39,695

Poverty rate12.6%

Unemployment rate3.6%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityFlorissant, MO	StateMissouri	CountryUnited States
Total population	51,773	6,191,814	334,922,499
Rent	$1,288	$1,033	$1,413
Year built	1963	1978	1980
Household income	$65,318	$70,702	$80,734
Per capita income	$33,549	$39,695	$44,673
Poverty rate	10.1%	12.6%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	3.6%	3.6%	4%

View the complete comparison of Florissant, MO, Missouri and United States →

Summary for Florissant, MO

Florissant is located in Missouri.

Rent & Income

In Florissant, the typical monthly rent is $1,288 and the typical household income is $65,318. Rent here is higher than Missouri and lower than the U.S., and household income is lower than both Missouri and the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 10.1%, which is lower than in both Missouri and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 32.9% of households. About 44.3% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 22.5% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is similar to Missouri and lower than the national rate.

Florissant, MO — Rent vs Household Income

Florissant, MO — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Florissant, MO compares in Missouri (14 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,288	11 / 14	from lower rent	$898 – $1,443
Household income	$65,318	8 / 14	from higher income	$49,311 – $110,443
Poverty rate	10.1%	6 / 14	from lower poverty	5.4% – 20.6%
Unemployment rate	3.6%	11 / 14	from lower unemployment	2.3% – 4%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Missouri with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Florissant, MO

Rent

For typical rent levels, Florissant is ranked 11th out of 14 major areas in Missouri. Statewide values span from $898 in St. Joseph, MO to $1,443 in O'Fallon, MO.

Household income

For median household income, Florissant is ranked 8th out of 14 large areas. Statewide incomes span from $49,311 in Springfield, MO to $110,443 in O'Fallon, MO.

Poverty rate

Florissant places 6th out of 14 large communities for poverty. Statewide figures move from 5.4% in O'Fallon, MO up to 20.6% in 29510, MO.

Unemployment rate

For unemployment, Florissant ranks 11th out of 14 large places. Across Missouri, unemployment ranges from 2.3% in O'Fallon, MO to 4% in Independence, MO.

💰 Rent in Florissant, MO (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,288 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Florissant, MO

Annual Household Income: $65,318

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Florissant, MO

Estimated Rate: 10.1%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Florissant, MO

In Florissant, MO, households that rent: 6,989 (32.9%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	6,989	32.9%
Owner-Occupied	14,240	67.1%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Florissant, MO

In Florissant, MO, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 3,098 (44.3%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	3,098	44.3%
Other renter households	3,891	55.7%
Total renter households	6,989	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Florissant, MO

Less than High School: 11,269 people (31.5%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 10,965 people (30.7%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 5,467 people (15.3%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 8,020 people (22.5%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 35,721

📊 Unemployment Rate in Florissant, MO

Estimated Rate: 3.6%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.