University CityDecks Contractors

35Kresidents
$75,000-$99,999median income
5ZIP codes
1 verified

University City's 34,685 residents, with median incomes of $75,000-$99,999, are among the most active home improvement markets in the Midwest.

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Midtown Home Improvements · 4.1★ on Google

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The University City Home Improvement Market

Local signals that shape decks demand and contractor availability in this market.

34,685
Metro area population
$75,000-$99,999
Median household income
$3,000 or More
Median annual property tax
5
ZIP codes covered
St. Louis Metro
Metro statistical area

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Top Screened Deck Building Pros in University City, MO

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  1. Midtown Home Improvements

    ABP Human VerifiedLicense
    ABP Human VerifiedInsurance
    4.1 out of 5 stars,4.1· 1,754 Google reviews
    36+ Years in Business
    BBB Accredited · A+
    Wentzville, MO

    License confirmed active against state records.

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  2. Chesterfield Fence & Deck Company

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    4.4 out of 5 stars,4.4· 425 Google reviews
    58+ Years in Business
    Chesterfield, MO

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Decks Cost & ROI · University City

2025 Cost vs. Value · West North Central market. University City benchmarked against regional average.

ProjectCostResaleROI
Deck Addition | Wood$18,263$17,32395%
Deck Addition | Composite$25,096$22,19989%