Ferguson, Missouri Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Ferguson, Missouri is 18,350 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 43rd-largest city in Missouri. The median household income is $46,106, the median home value is $99,300, and the median age is 36.0.
The population has declined 14.8% since 2010 (21,180 → 18,043).
18,350
Population
2975
People / sq mi
$46,106
Median Income
$99,300
Median Home Value
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Ferguson covers 6.2 sq mi of land at 2975 people per square mile.
About Ferguson, MO
Housing cost is the defining feature of Ferguson: the median home is valued at $99,300. With 18,350 residents, Ferguson is a city in Missouri. It ranks #43 among cities in Missouri by population.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $46,106, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 21.1%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $99,300, with typical rent around $1,066.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 21.7%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is close to the national 14.0% at 14.5%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
Ferguson city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Ferguson city had a population of 21,180 in 2010 and 18,043 in 2024, a -14.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 21,180 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -1.11%.
18,043
Population (2024)
21,180
Population (2010)
21,180
Peak (2010)
-1.11%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 21,180 |
| 2011 | 21,165 |
| 2012 | 21,138 |
| 2013 | 21,089 |
| 2014 | 21,046 |
| 2015 | 21,001 |
| 2016 | 20,825 |
| 2017 | 20,708 |
| 2018 | 20,608 |
| 2019 | 20,525 |
| 2020 | 18,482 |
| 2021 | 18,337 |
| 2022 | 18,157 |
| 2023 | 18,059 |
| 2024 | 18,043 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 25.7% |
| Black or African American | 69.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$46,106
Median Household Income
$28,833
Per Capita Income
21.1%
Poverty Rate
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$99,300
Median Home Value
$1,066
Median Rent
48.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.8%
High School+
21.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
6.0%
Drive Alone
71.0%
Public Transit
14.5%
Work From Home
24.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
21.6%
Foreign Born
97.8%
Non-English at Home
4.7%
Veterans
16.2%
With Disability
89.7%
Health Insurance
95.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 30.0% |
| Retail Trade | 12.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.4% |
| Manufacturing | 8.1% |
| Public Administration | 7.1% |
| Information | 5.7% |
| Construction | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ferguson, Missouri has a population of 18,350 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 43rd-largest city in Missouri.
The median household income in Ferguson, Missouri is $46,106, with 21.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Ferguson, Missouri is $99,300, with median monthly rent at $1,066 and a homeownership rate of 48.8%.
The median age in Ferguson, Missouri is 36.0 years. The population is 46.8% male and 53.2% female.
The population has declined 14.8% since 2010 (21,180 → 18,043).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.