Hazelwood, Missouri Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Hazelwood, Missouri is 25,214 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 29th-largest city in Missouri. The median household income is $55,930, the median home value is $154,900, and the median age is 38.4.
The population has declined 3.0% since 2010 (25,716 → 24,951).
25,214
Population
1572
People / sq mi
$55,930
Median Income
$154,900
Median Home Value
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Hazelwood covers 16.0 sq mi of land at 1572 people per square mile.
About Hazelwood, MO
Housing cost is the defining feature of Hazelwood: the median home is valued at $154,900. With 25,214 residents, Hazelwood is a city in Missouri. It ranks #29 among cities in Missouri by population.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $55,930, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 13.1%, above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $154,900, with typical rent around $956.
Roughly 28.8% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 11.4%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
Hazelwood city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Hazelwood city had a population of 25,716 in 2010 and 24,951 in 2024, a -3.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 25,716 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.21%.
24,951
Population (2024)
25,716
Population (2010)
25,716
Peak (2010)
-0.21%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 25,716 |
| 2011 | 25,714 |
| 2012 | 25,700 |
| 2013 | 25,655 |
| 2014 | 25,638 |
| 2015 | 25,604 |
| 2016 | 25,424 |
| 2017 | 25,303 |
| 2018 | 25,204 |
| 2019 | 25,117 |
| 2020 | 25,413 |
| 2021 | 25,227 |
| 2022 | 25,070 |
| 2023 | 24,945 |
| 2024 | 24,951 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 48.2% |
| Black or African American | 40.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$55,930
Median Household Income
$31,963
Per Capita Income
13.1%
Poverty Rate
6.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$154,900
Median Home Value
$956
Median Rent
59.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.4%
High School+
28.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.2%
Drive Alone
74.6%
Public Transit
11.4%
Work From Home
25.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
19.8%
Foreign Born
92.4%
Non-English at Home
5.6%
Veterans
14.2%
With Disability
87.8%
Health Insurance
96.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.5% |
| Manufacturing | 9.5% |
| Retail Trade | 9.1% |
| Information | 7.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Construction | 3.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.5% |
| Public Administration | 1.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hazelwood, Missouri has a population of 25,214 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 29th-largest city in Missouri.
The median household income in Hazelwood, Missouri is $55,930, with 13.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Hazelwood, Missouri is $154,900, with median monthly rent at $956 and a homeownership rate of 59.5%.
The median age in Hazelwood, Missouri is 38.4 years. The population is 46.1% male and 53.9% female.
The population has declined 3.0% since 2010 (25,716 → 24,951).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.