Jefferson County, Missouri Housing Market
In Jefferson County, Missouri, the median home value is $237,200, with a median monthly rent of $979. This places Jefferson County at #1018 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #12 within Missouri.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,004
- Establishments: 4,514
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 609
- Multi-family: 8
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 95,197 (avg $72,168)
- Outflow: 91,886 (avg $72,322)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Jefferson County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 63023 | 225.1 | +20.17% | 2025 |
| 2 | 63628 | 213.8 | -1.67% | 2025 |
| 3 | 63070 | 206.7 | -1.71% | 2025 |
| 4 | 63012 | 238.0 | +1.94% | 2025 |
| 5 | 63025 | 216.7 | -5.96% | 2025 |
| 6 | 63010 | 232.8 | +5.45% | 2025 |
| 7 | 63048 | 226.3 | +5.17% | 2025 |
| 8 | 63019 | 227.8 | +7.74% | 2025 |
| 9 | 63049 | 200.1 | -6.38% | 2025 |
| 10 | 63051 | 223.4 | +4.42% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Jefferson County | Missouri Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $237,200 | $175,712 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $979 | $782 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 82.2% | 73.7% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 20.2 | 18.8 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Jefferson County is 35.0% above the Missouri state average and 4.2% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $979/month is 25.2% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 20.2, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Jefferson County has an owner-occupancy rate of 82.2%, compared to 73.7% in Missouri and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubuque County | Iowa | $237,300 | $959 |
| Riley County | Kansas | $237,100 | $1,046 |
| Oconee County | South Carolina | $237,100 | $881 |
| Rankin County | Mississippi | $237,400 | $1,270 |
| Grimes County | Texas | $237,400 | $1,069 |
Other Counties in Missouri
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson County | $235,700 | $932 | 63.5% |
| Jackson County | $230,500 | $1,197 | 59.1% |
| Lincoln County | $244,300 | $961 | 79.0% |
| Cole County | $229,600 | $834 | 67.9% |
| Webster County | $228,800 | $789 | 77.4% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).