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Population Review

Joplin city, MO — Population & Demographics

Joplin city, MO has a population of 52,218. The median household income is $51,154 and the median age is 37.5.

52,218

Population

$51,154

Median Income

$159,700

Median Home Value

37.5

Median Age

Race & Ethnicity

White83.8%
Black or African American2.9%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)3.0%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$51,154

Median Household Income

$30,344

Per Capita Income

11.7%

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$159,700

Median Home Value

$889

Median Rent

55.9%

Owner-Occupied

Education

90.1%

High School+

26.4%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.2%

Drive Alone

8.5%

Work From Home

18.1 min

Avg Commute

Frequently Asked Questions

Joplin city, MO has a population of 52,218 according to Census ACS 2023 data.

The median household income in Joplin city, MO is $51,154, with 11.7% living below the poverty level.

The median home value in Joplin city, MO is $159,700, with median rent at $889.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.