Blue Springs, Missouri Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Blue Springs, Missouri is 59,416 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 10th-largest city in Missouri. The median household income is $84,075, the median home value is $241,500, and the median age is 36.7.
The population has grown 16.3% since 2010 (52,657 → 61,246).
59,416
Population
2608
People / sq mi
$84,075
Median Income
$241,500
Median Home Value
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Blue Springs covers 22.8 sq mi of land at 2608 people per square mile.
About Blue Springs, MO
With 59,416 residents, Blue Springs is a city in Missouri. It is the #10-largest of all cities in Missouri nationally.
Median household income is $84,075, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 5.4%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $241,500, with typical rent around $1,213.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 34.6% of adults hold a four-year degree, near the national 35.0%. Around 14.8% of workers work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
Blue Springs city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Blue Springs city had a population of 52,657 in 2010 and 61,246 in 2024, a 16.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 61,246 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.09%.
61,246
Population (2024)
52,657
Population (2010)
61,246
Peak (2024)
1.09%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 52,657 |
| 2011 | 52,754 |
| 2012 | 52,977 |
| 2013 | 53,149 |
| 2014 | 53,462 |
| 2015 | 53,998 |
| 2016 | 54,387 |
| 2017 | 54,861 |
| 2018 | 55,126 |
| 2019 | 55,829 |
| 2020 | 58,880 |
| 2021 | 59,585 |
| 2022 | 59,552 |
| 2023 | 60,591 |
| 2024 | 61,246 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 81.4% |
| Black or African American | 8.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$84,075
Median Household Income
$40,504
Per Capita Income
5.4%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$241,500
Median Home Value
$1,213
Median Rent
68.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.7%
High School+
34.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.2%
Drive Alone
78.9%
Public Transit
14.8%
Work From Home
25.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
32.0%
Foreign Born
95.0%
Non-English at Home
8.5%
Veterans
11.5%
With Disability
92.8%
Health Insurance
96.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.0% |
| Information | 8.6% |
| Manufacturing | 8.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.1% |
| Public Administration | 6.8% |
| Retail Trade | 6.3% |
| Construction | 6.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Blue Springs, Missouri has a population of 59,416 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 10th-largest city in Missouri.
The median household income in Blue Springs, Missouri is $84,075, with 5.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Blue Springs, Missouri is $241,500, with median monthly rent at $1,213 and a homeownership rate of 68.7%.
The median age in Blue Springs, Missouri is 36.7 years. The population is 48.0% male and 52.0% female.
The population has grown 16.3% since 2010 (52,657 → 61,246).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.