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Moving to Cedar Hill

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

About this CityHub guide

Cedar Hill had an estimated population reported in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $181,700 median owner-occupied home value and a 28.3-minute mean commute; median gross rent was not available.

The short version

Cedar Hill had an estimated population reported in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $181,700 median owner-occupied home value and a 28.3-minute mean commute; median gross rent was not available.

What stands out

Jefferson County lists Cedar Hill Park as a county facility in the area. If local outdoor space is on your shortlist, compare homes by their route to that specific park alongside everyday services.

The essentials

At a glance

Facts & local estimates
2020–2024 ACS population estimate
1,261
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median owner-occupied home value
$181,700
as of 2024-12-31Source
Mean travel time to work
28.3 minutes
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median household income
$60,625
as of 2024-12-31Source
Land area
2.295 square miles
as of 2025-01-01Source
2020 housing units
763
as of 2020-04-01Source
2020 population
1,875
as of 2020-04-01Source
The local picture

A feel for Cedar Hill

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

  • 1,875 residents in the 2020 Census
  • 763 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 Cedar Hill a good fit?

What stands out

Jefferson County lists Cedar Hill Park as a county facility in the area. If local outdoor space is on your shortlist, compare homes by their route to that specific park alongside everyday services.

Things to check
Test your commute

The published mean travel time to work is 28.3 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 Cedar Hill 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
$181,700

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

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: 28.3 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 Cedar Hill. Confirm the district and schools for the exact property before deciding.

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Identify the district

Start with the property’s complete street address.

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Check the boundary tool

Use the district’s official address or attendance lookup.

3

Confirm before deciding

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

Missouri DESE school directory and map

DESE says its maps are for reference; confirm official boundaries with county authorities and the district.

How people spend free time

Parks & recreation

Errands, routines & convenience

Everyday life

Direct answers for movers

Questions about moving to Cedar Hill

What is it like to live in Cedar Hill?+

Cedar Hill had an estimated population reported in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $181,700 median owner-occupied home value and a 28.3-minute mean commute; median gross rent was not available. Jefferson County lists Cedar Hill Park as a county facility in the area. If local outdoor space is on your shortlist, compare homes by their route to that specific park alongside everyday services.

What should I know about housing costs in Cedar Hill?+

The published median value of owner-occupied homes (data as of 2024-12-31) is $181,700 in Cedar Hill. 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 Cedar Hill?+

CityHub does not identify an assigned school for a home in Cedar Hill. 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 Cedar Hill like?+

The published mean travel time to work (data as of 2024-12-31) is 28.3 minutes for residents of Cedar Hill. That average covers many destinations and schedules; it does not predict your own trip. Test a prospective address at your usual hour.

Source
What costs should I consider before moving to Cedar Hill?+

The published median owner-occupied value (data as of 2024-12-31) is $181,700 in Cedar Hill. It is not a current listing price. Compare the full monthly cost of actual homes, including taxes, insurance, utilities, maintenance and any HOA fees.

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What should I verify before choosing a home in Cedar Hill?+

The published mean travel time to work is 28.3 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours. Highway 30 — Cedar Hill 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 Cedar Hill 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 Cedar Hill

See where Cedar Hill 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 Cedar Hill.

Parks & outdoors

2 places
Community park

Cedar Hill Park

A local park and gathering space serving Cedar Hill.

Official details
River access

Big River access — Cedar Hill

Local access to the Big River landscape and outdoor recreation.

Official details

Shopping & errands

1 place
Commercial corridor

Highway 30 — Cedar Hill

The community's main corridor for groceries, dining and services.

Official details

Things to do

1 place
Nearby state parkNearby

Don Robinson State Park

A nearby rugged state park with hiking trails and sandstone terrain.

Official details

Civic & everyday

1 place
Nearby libraryNearby

Jefferson County Library — Northwest Branch nearby

A county-library branch serving Cedar Hill and northwest Jefferson County.

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

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