Festus, Missouri Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Festus, Missouri is 12,965 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 67th-largest city in Missouri. The median household income is $70,085, the median home value is $206,200, and the median age is 35.4.
The population has grown 18.4% since 2010 (11,601 → 13,730).
12,965
Population
2196
People / sq mi
$70,085
Median Income
$206,200
Median Home Value
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Festus covers 5.9 sq mi of land at 2196 people per square mile.
About Festus, MO
Festus is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 12.8% of the population. Festus is a city in Missouri with a population of 12,965.
Median household income is $70,085, below the US median of $78,538. About 9.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $206,200, with typical rent around $935.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 21.6% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 9.3% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
Festus city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Festus city had a population of 11,601 in 2010 and 13,730 in 2024, a 18.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,730 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.22%.
13,730
Population (2024)
11,601
Population (2010)
13,730
Peak (2024)
1.22%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,601 |
| 2011 | 11,647 |
| 2012 | 11,689 |
| 2013 | 11,727 |
| 2014 | 11,786 |
| 2015 | 11,938 |
| 2016 | 11,976 |
| 2017 | 12,010 |
| 2018 | 12,027 |
| 2019 | 12,036 |
| 2020 | 12,722 |
| 2021 | 12,894 |
| 2022 | 13,185 |
| 2023 | 13,440 |
| 2024 | 13,730 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 87.5% |
| Black or African American | 3.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$70,085
Median Household Income
$29,657
Per Capita Income
9.9%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$206,200
Median Home Value
$935
Median Rent
56.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.0%
High School+
21.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
83.2%
Public Transit
9.3%
Work From Home
26.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
12.8%
Foreign Born
99.0%
Non-English at Home
8.7%
Veterans
15.3%
With Disability
92.9%
Health Insurance
91.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.8% |
| Construction | 14.8% |
| Information | 10.7% |
| Manufacturing | 9.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.3% |
| Retail Trade | 6.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.6% |
| Public Administration | 3.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Festus, Missouri has a population of 12,965 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 67th-largest city in Missouri.
The median household income in Festus, Missouri is $70,085, with 9.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Festus, Missouri is $206,200, with median monthly rent at $935 and a homeownership rate of 56.5%.
The median age in Festus, Missouri is 35.4 years. The population is 49.4% male and 50.6% female.
The population has grown 18.4% since 2010 (11,601 → 13,730).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.