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Moving to Barnhart

South metro community · housing, schools, commute, costs and everyday life

About this CityHub guide

Barnhart had an estimated 5,785 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $229,200 median owner-occupied home value, $1,565 median gross rent and 30.2-minute mean commute.

The short version

Barnhart had an estimated 5,785 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $229,200 median owner-occupied home value, $1,565 median gross rent and 30.2-minute mean commute.

What stands out

Mastodon State Historic Site offers a museum and trails within a drive of Barnhart. If that landscape appeals to you, compare exact homes for the trip to the park and your weekday needs.

The essentials

At a glance

Facts & local estimates
2020–2024 ACS population estimate
5,785
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median owner-occupied home value
$229,200
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median gross rent
$1,565
as of 2024-12-31Source
Mean travel time to work
30.2 minutes
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median household income
$95,811
as of 2024-12-31Source
2020 housing units
2,051
as of 2020-04-01Source
2020 population
5,832
as of 2020-04-01Source
The local picture

A feel for Barnhart

These local estimates and CityHub editorial ratings are for comparison and orientation. They are not verified statistics or current prices.

Local snapshot

Best for & local character

South metroResidentialCar-oriented

Highlights

  • 5,832 residents in the 2020 Census
  • 2,051 housing units in the 2020 Census
  • South County & Jefferson/Franklin

How it scores

CityHub estimates, not official scores. Some ratings are generated from community characteristics.

Walkability37
Transit18
School context · modeled58
Nightlife & dining35
Parks & outdoors66
Arts & culture30
Quiet & peaceful68
The decision brief

Is Barnhart a good fit?

What stands out

Mastodon State Historic Site offers a museum and trails within a drive of Barnhart. If that landscape appeals to you, compare exact homes for the trip to the park and your weekday needs.

Things to check
Test your commute

The published mean travel time to work is 30.2 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours.

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Does this fit your actual move?

Compare Barnhart against your budget, commute, and priorities—or ask about a specific address.

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Homes & housing

What does housing cost here?

Published Census estimates provide broad context where a reliable community-level figure is available. Check current homes or rentals for actual prices.

Median owner-occupied home value
$229,200

A broad benchmark for homes people own here—not a live asking price.

Data: 2024-12-31View source
Median gross rent
$1,565

Useful renter context—not a substitute for current available rentals.

Data: 2024-12-31View source

Price is only part of the monthly payment

For a specific home, also account for the interest rate, property taxes, homeowners insurance, HOA fees, utilities, and condition. That’s why two homes with the same price tag can still cost very different amounts every month.

Plan the daily trip

Commute & getting around

Published mean travel time to work: 30.2 minutes. This is a community estimate, not the trip from a specific home. Test your route during your regular travel hours.

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Schools

Which schools serve this address?

The address—not the city name—determines the schools

The community name alone does not establish a school assignment in Barnhart. Confirm the district and schools for the exact property before deciding.

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Identify the district

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Check the boundary tool

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Confirm before deciding

Ask the district to verify the current assignment and enrollment details.

Missouri DESE school directory and map

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How people spend free time

Parks & recreation

Errands, routines & convenience

Everyday life

Direct answers for movers

Questions about moving to Barnhart

What is it like to live in Barnhart?+

Barnhart had an estimated 5,785 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $229,200 median owner-occupied home value, $1,565 median gross rent and 30.2-minute mean commute. Mastodon State Historic Site offers a museum and trails within a drive of Barnhart. If that landscape appeals to you, compare exact homes for the trip to the park and your weekday needs.

What should I know about housing costs in Barnhart?+

The published median value of owner-occupied homes (data as of 2024-12-31) is $229,200 in Barnhart. That describes existing homes in a survey period, not current listings or the homes available within your budget. Compare actual properties and their condition.

Source
What should movers know about schools in Barnhart?+

CityHub does not identify an assigned school for a home in Barnhart. The district and attendance boundary depend on the exact address and can change. Use the official lookup as a starting point, then confirm with the district before making a housing decision.

Use the Missouri DESE school directory
What is commuting from Barnhart like?+

The published mean travel time to work (data as of 2024-12-31) is 30.2 minutes for residents of Barnhart. That average covers many destinations and schedules; it does not predict your own trip. Test a prospective address at your usual hour.

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What costs should I consider before moving to Barnhart?+

The published median gross rent (data as of 2024-12-31) is $1,565/month in Barnhart. This is a survey measure, not a current rental quote. Check current offers, utilities, insurance and travel costs for the exact home.

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What should I verify before choosing a home in Barnhart?+

The published mean travel time to work is 30.2 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours. Highway M Commercial Corridor is one documented local destination; check the route and current access from the home you are considering. Confirm school assignment, property condition and recurring costs for the exact address.

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Keep narrowing the decision

Put Barnhart in context.

The community guide tells you about this place. These guides help answer whether this is the right kind of place for your move.

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Understand the geography

Map of Barnhart

See where Barnhart sits in the St. Louis region, then open named local places for directions and surrounding context.

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This map is for orientation. Confirm municipal, school, floodplain, and parcel boundaries with the appropriate official source.

Around town

Places to know

Parks, civic resources, recreation, and recognizable destinations that help explain everyday life in Barnhart.

Parks & outdoors

1 place
Nearby river parkNearby

Rockford Beach Park

A nearby Big River recreation and water-access area.

Official details

Family destinations

1 place
Community facility

Barnhart Community Center

A local gathering and program facility serving Barnhart-area residents.

Official details

Shopping & errands

1 place
Commercial corridor

Highway M Commercial Corridor

Barnhart's principal corridor for groceries, restaurants and everyday services.

Official details

Things to do

1 place
Nearby state historic siteNearby

Mastodon State Historic Site

A nearby archaeological site, museum and trail system used by Barnhart households.

Official details

Civic & everyday

1 place
Library

Jefferson County Library — Windsor Branch

The county-library branch serving Barnhart and the Windsor area.

Official details
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Sources, dates & how we got here3 sources · expand

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