Missouri
Maps & Population Facts

Population
6,126,452
Residents per Sq. Mi.
89
Labor Participaton
63.4%
Bachelor's or Higher
29.0%
Median Household Income
$53,578
Median Individual Income
$31,514
Median Individual Income(Full-time Workers Only)
$42,131

Housing Estimates

Median House Value
$156,700
Median Gross Rent
$800
Median Mortgage Payment
$1,207
Housing Units
2,792,445
People who reside in Missouri live in:
Detached - Single Family Homes
71%
Apt, Condo, Other
29%
Analysis

Missouri is the 18th most populated state and has a diversified economy. The state has over 275,000 jobs in manufacturing and produces about 4 billion dollars annually in soybeans and corn.

The states two most populated areas are near St. Louis and Kansas City. The state ranks below average for population growth and performs average economically in comparison with other states, but maintains a lower cost of living.

Income

Households in the state of Missouri earn less money than the national median income, averaging 11% less per household.

Housing

Missouri has a median house price of $156,700. The cost of owning a home in Missouri is less than most states. The cost of renting in Missouri is 21% less than the national average.

Percent Ranking
Renter Occupied Households 33% 31st
New Construction (Built after 2000) 18% 30th

Demographics

The median age in the state is 39. The age of the general population in Missouri is comparable with other US states.

Missouri ranks average for having an educated population. The percent of residents who have a college degree is comparable with other states.

Population
Map showing where the population resides in Missouri
Household Income
Map depicting areas of Missouri with a higher household income
Home Value
Map illustrating home values in Missouri
Vacant Property (%)
Map of Missouri showing the areas with a higher percentage of vacant property

Housing Data

Housing Comparison
Missouri USA
Median Property Value 156,700 217,600
Median Mortgage Payment 1,207 1,513
Median Gross Rent 800 1,012
Property Vacancy 14.6% 12.6%
% Renters 33% 36%
Residents per Sq. Mi. 89 93
Personal Comparison
Missouri USA
Median Household Income 53,578 60,336
Median Individual Income 31,514 33,646
Median Income (Full-Time) 42,131 46,881
Median Age 38.5 38.1
Labor Participation 63.4% 62.8%
Attained College Degree 29.0% 32.0%

Population Density Analysis

The land area of Missouri is:
66X
the size of Rhode Island...
Visualization - Rhode Island
26%
...the size of Texas
Visualization - Texas
Missouri is 69 times more dense than Alaska...
1.3
People per Square Mile
Visualization - Alaska
...and is 7% the density of New Jersey.
1,211
People per Square Mile
Visualization - New Jersey

Demographics

View Missouri cities by:

Most Populated Cities

1. St. Louis 314,867
2. Kaw 173,607
3. Springfield 165,785
4. Blue 158,575
5. Prairie 104,330

Highest Household Income

1. Ernest 172,938
2. Missouri River 137,233
3. Chesterfield 122,439
4. North Moniteau 113,125
5. Big Creek 107,388

Highest Home Value

1. Missouri River 464,800
2. Waldron 449,100
3. Chesterfield 447,900
4. Clayton 389,700
5. Clay B 366,500

Highest Gross Rent

1. Clay C 1,692
2. South Galloway 1,563
3. Wilson C 1,519
4. Wilson Cw 1,478
5. Lee 1,410
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