University City

Active and family-oriented suburb with rich cultural diversity.

Welcome to University City

Active and family-oriented suburb with rich cultural diversity
 
Seeking an easygoing, family-oriented community near St. Louis? University City delivers an unparalleled quality of life in so many ways. Home to a thriving population of 34,498 individuals, this locale is a mere 11 miles northwest of St. Louis. Its western edge lies along Interstate 170, which links up with Interstate 64 (leading directly into St. Louis). Commuters who are looking for an easy drive to work — and who want to come home to a relaxed suburb — will adore this area.
 
Residential properties in University City are a fantastic value. Even as a highly desirable place to live, prices for homes are lower than in many surrounding areas. With relative ease, you can locate a spacious single-family house or a townhouse for an amazing price. Properties are older constructions with an abundance of character.
 

What to Love

  • Tranquil, easygoing atmosphere
  • Culturally diverse
  • Gorgeous green spaces and local parks
  • Family-friendly neighborhoods
  • Great restaurants
 

Local Lifestyle

University City is a quaint suburb with all of the conveniences and amenities you could ever want or need. Some neighborhoods even have the appearance of being storybook-like, with tree-lined roads and cottage-style homes. Life here is relaxed, laid-back, and relatively quiet (especially for being so close to the city). It is the perfect place to raise a family, and to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life.
 

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Stay close to home anytime you need to run errands or dine out. University City is brimming with marvelous retailers and restaurants.
 
Enjoy eclectic menu offerings? Drive to Delmar Boulevard for some of the city’s most unique dining establishments. Here, you can grab a table at U-City Grill (homestyle Korean dishes), Seoul Taco (an exceptional Asian-Mexican fusion eatery), and Salt + Smoke (featuring an extensive bourbon list and delicious BBQ). Along this same road, other notable restaurants include American Falafel, The Banh Mi Shop, Blueberry Hill, and Three Kings Public House. Delmar Boulevard is also fantastic for local shopping. Check out stores such as Vintage Vinyl, United Provisions grocery store, and Blick Art Materials.
 
Elsewhere in University City, you can find plenty of other quality spots for shopping and dining. Olive Boulevard is home to places like Private Kitchen, Frank & Helen’s Pizzeria, Lu Lu Seafood & Dim Sum, and Grill Stop. Around town, also be sure to try Frida’s, La Pizza, Winslow’s Table, and Taco Buddha.
 

Things to Do

Residents of University City have wonderful spots to go to enjoy their days off. Specifically, there are numerous green spaces and parks that are beautifully maintained. The largest park in town is Herman Park. This local favorite has a spacious outdoor swimming pool, a jogging track, sports fields, and playgrounds. Nearby, you can also spend the morning or afternoon at Kaufman Park, Mooney Park, Lewis Park, or Flynn Park (which also features tennis courts).
 
On the western side of the city, avid golfers can spend their leisure time at Ruth Park Golf Course. As part of this same area, you can also hike along the breathtaking Ruth Park Nature Trail.
 

Schools

Throughout University City, you’ll find a selection of quality public schools — primarily for students in elementary school.
 
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Overview for University City, MO

2,446 people live in University City, where the median age is 40.4 and the average individual income is $59,763.51. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,446

Total Population

40.4 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$59,763.51

Average individual Income

Around University City, MO

There's plenty to do around University City, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

54
Somewhat Walkable
Walking Score
43
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
31
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Nicky Slices Pizza Club, Mainlander, and Consuming Kinetics Dance Company.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Nicky Slices Pizza Club Logo
Dining 3.79 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Mainlander Logo
Dining 4.53 miles 17 reviews 5/5 stars
Consuming Kinetics Dance Company Logo
Active 4.69 miles 19 reviews 5/5 stars
Gyrotonic St Louis Central Logo
Active 3.04 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Faster Fitness Logo
Active 2.95 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Lift-STL Logo
Active 2.67 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for University City, MO

Population Households Employment

University City has 1,130 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in University City do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,446 people call University City home. The population density is 4,579.84 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,446

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

40.4

Median Age

45.58 / 54.42%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
1,130

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$59,763.51

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

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