Des Peres vs Independence
| Des Peres | Independence | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,140 | 122,218 |
| Median Household Income | $224,327 | $60,339 |
| Median Home Value | $609,200 | $172,900 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,750/mo | $1,109/mo |
| Homeownership Rate | 95.9% | 60.9% |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.5% | 5.6% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 79.2% | 21.9% |
| Median Age | 42.8 | 39.0 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ACS 2020-2024.