Zip Code 63126

MO · Population: 15,201

B
65/100
17
F
Safety
89
A
Affordability
82
A
Quality of Life
72
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 63126

Zip code 63126 is located in Missouri and is home to approximately 15,201 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 65/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are considerably above the national average. Safety is a significant concern in this area.

With a median household income of $105,307 and home values around $269,800, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 56.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$105,307
Home Value
$269,800
Rent
$1,053/mo
Median Age
41
College Educated
56.5%
Unemployment
2.3%
Owner-Occupied
85.7%
Rent Burden
12% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety17FLower crime = higher score
Affordability89ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life82AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy72B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall65BWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).