Zip Code 65053

MO · Population: 1,478

B
68/100
17
F
Safety
93
A+
Affordability
77
B+
Quality of Life
84
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 65053

Zip code 65053 is located in Missouri and is home to approximately 1,478 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 68/100), 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 $104,222 and home values around $292,900, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 31.3% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0.7%.

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
$104,222
Home Value
$292,900
Rent
$718/mo
Median Age
53
College Educated
31.3%
Unemployment
0.7%
Owner-Occupied
88.3%
Rent Burden
8.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety17FLower crime = higher score
Affordability93A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life77B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy84ALower unemployment = higher
Overall68BWeighted 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).