Bella Villa, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bella Villa, Missouri had a total population of 691, the 450th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $59,583, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Bella Villa Quick Facts
How Bella Villa Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 664 | 691 | +4.1% |
| Median household income | $55,250 | $59,583 | +7.8% |
| Median home value | $147,100 | $161,800 | +10.0% |
How Bella Villa Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 40 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bella Villa Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in St. Louis County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florissant | 51,773 | $65,318 | 10.1% | $148,800 |
| Chesterfield | 49,574 | $133,037 | 3.9% | $472,500 |
| Oakville | 35,333 | $106,362 | 6.4% | $318,600 |
| Wildwood | 35,133 | $161,060 | 2.2% | $495,800 |
| University City | 34,685 | $80,694 | 14.5% | $306,700 |
| Ballwin | 31,279 | $124,626 | 4.8% | $377,100 |
| Mehlville | 29,805 | $67,071 | 7.8% | $218,400 |
| Kirkwood | 29,363 | $121,270 | 5.3% | $451,400 |
| Maryland Heights | 27,880 | $86,436 | 4.7% | $227,000 |
| Hazelwood | 25,114 | $55,908 | 15.9% | $167,400 |
Cities Similar to Bella Villa
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olympian Village | 694 | $57,614 | $157,000 | 10.2% | 12.3% |
| Fairfax | 702 | $56,250 | $90,500 | 12.1% | 12.7% |
| Holcomb | 666 | $62,841 | $108,100 | 10.1% | 12.3% |
| Norborne | 676 | $65,577 | $105,700 | 12.5% | 11.3% |
| Pleasant Hope | 716 | $65,078 | $155,600 | 18.2% | 16.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 691, Bella Villa's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Bella Villa is a small community located in Missouri, within St. Louis County. The total population is 691. It ranks as the 450th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bella Villa is 41.3 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bella Villa is $59,583. This is 16% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.4%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $161,800. Housing costs are 30% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Bella Villa is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bella Villa has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.8%. The Black or African American population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 10.9%. The Asian population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.
Education
23.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 32.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bella Villa, Missouri is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Missouri state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bella Villa, Missouri?
Bella Villa, Missouri has a population of 691 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bella Villa, MO?
The median household income in Bella Villa is $59,583, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bella Villa, MO?
The poverty rate in Bella Villa is 9.4%. This means approximately 65 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bella Villa, Missouri?
Bella Villa's population is 88.0% White, 2.8% Black, 4.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bella Villa, MO?
The median home value in Bella Villa is $161,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Bella Villa, Missouri?
23.8% of adults (25+) in Bella Villa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.