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Housing
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Nightlife
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Diversity
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Jobs
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Richmond Heights is a suburb of St. Louis with a population of 9,186. Richmond Heights is in St. Louis County and is one of the best places to live in Missouri. Living in Richmond Heights offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Richmond Heights there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Richmond Heights and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Richmond Heights are highly rated.
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About Richmond Heights...
- Suburb
Population
9,186
- Suburb of
- St. Louis
- Missouri
- St. Louis County
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$313,300
National
$281,900
Median Rent
$1,414
National
$1,268
Area Feel
Based on the housing stock, population density, and the proximity of amenities of the area.
Dense Suburban
Rent vs. Own
Rent
47%
Own
53%
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Richmond Heights Rankings
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Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
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Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
Assault
438.6
national 282.7
Murder
national 6.1
Rape
11
national 40.7
Robbery
131.6
national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
Burglary
142.5
national 500.1
Theft
5,372.8
national 2,042.8
Motor Vehicle Theft
1,151.3
national 284
Residents
Diversity
gradeB
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
<10 years
13%
10-17 years
7%
18-24 years
6%
25-34 years
21%
35-44 years
19%
45-54 years
9%
55-64 years
11%
65+ years
14%
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Education Levels
National
Master's degree or higher
37%
national 13%
Bachelor's degree
38%
national 21%
Some college or associate's degree
16%
national 28%
High school diploma or equivalent
8%
national 26%
Less than high school diploma
1%
national 11%
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Working in Richmond Heights
Jobs
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Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$94,384
National
$75,149
Places to Work in Richmond Heights
- gradeunavailableSt. Mary's Hospital - St. LouisRating 2.67 out of 5 3 reviews
- gradeunavailableDesigned By PurposeRating 5 out of 5 1 review
Top Public Schools Serving Richmond Heights
- gradeA+Ladue Horton Watkins High SchoolRating 4.16 out of 5 267 reviews
- gradeA+Clayton High SchoolRating 4.27 out of 5 183 reviews
- gradeA+Wydown Middle SchoolRating 3.22 out of 5 9 reviews
- gradeA+Reed Elementary SchoolRating 5 out of 5 1 review
- gradeA+Ladue Fifth Grade CenterRating 4 out of 5 2 reviews
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Richmond Heights Reviews
Rating 4.26 out of 5 23 reviews
Rating 4 out of 5
I have lived in Richmond Heights since I was 9 months old. Ever since, Richmond Heights has been improving resident life by building more residential buildings, improving The Heights (the recreation center), and keeping the town extremely clean. Richmond Heights is a town that puts its people first. There is always something to do, such as the annual art fair or carnival held at The Heights. Little Flower Catholic School is a top tier private preschool and grade school that welcomes everyone while offering a quality education to its students. However, the public school, Maplewood-Richmond Heights (MRH) is known for not being an academically strong school. I would like to see change in the public school district because children are the future of Richmond Heights and beyond, and they should have access to a school that will help them succeed.
- Current Resident
- 3 months ago
Rating 4 out of 5
I really like Richmond Heights, it's a nice and welcoming place with lots of places to go. This is where I've grown up, so it feels like home to me.
- Current Resident
- 10 months ago
Rating 5 out of 5
I have lived here for 12 years. People are active and walking, riding, spending time outside. Prior to the pandemic we would have block parties and area food trucks would be in the neighborhood almost monthly. Many have returned multiple times. Young families are staying and supporting the school district. Older residents without children or children out of school have shown support for bonds and other financial measures. There are new homes being built in a dwindling number of vacant lots or derelict homes.
- Current Resident
- Apr 21 2021
