Lemay, Missouri Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lemay, Missouri is 16,431 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 52nd-largest city in Missouri. The median household income is $59,026, the median home value is $139,100, and the median age is 35.9.
16,431
Population
4017
People / sq mi
$59,026
Median Income
$139,100
Median Home Value
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Lemay covers 4.1 sq mi of land at 4017 people per square mile.
About Lemay, MO
Housing cost is the defining feature of Lemay: the median home is valued at $139,100. Lemay is a city in Missouri with a population of 16,431.
The typical household earns $59,026, below the US median of $78,538. About 9.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $139,100, with typical rent around $879.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 19.1% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.4%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 86.2% |
| Black or African American | 3.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$59,026
Median Household Income
$28,418
Per Capita Income
9.9%
Poverty Rate
1.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$139,100
Median Home Value
$879
Median Rent
78.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.6%
High School+
19.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
78.9%
Public Transit
9.4%
Work From Home
24.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
11.8%
Foreign Born
80.9%
Non-English at Home
5.8%
Veterans
14.1%
With Disability
89.4%
Health Insurance
94.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.8% |
| Manufacturing | 13.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 9.6% |
| Information | 8.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.2% |
| Construction | 5.7% |
| Retail Trade | 3.5% |
| Public Administration | 0.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lemay, Missouri has a population of 16,431 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 52nd-largest city in Missouri.
The median household income in Lemay, Missouri is $59,026, with 9.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lemay, Missouri is $139,100, with median monthly rent at $879 and a homeownership rate of 78.7%.
The median age in Lemay, Missouri is 35.9 years. The population is 49.6% male and 50.4% female.
Lemay Cdp, MO Climate
Lemay Cdp, MO has an average annual temperature of 13.3°C (56°F) and receives about 982 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13.3°C
Avg Temp
982
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 30° | 51 mm |
| February | 2° / 35° | 57 mm |
| March | 7° / 45° | 91 mm |
| April | 13° / 56° | 94 mm |
| May | 19° / 66° | 103 mm |
| June | 24° / 75° | 91 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 94 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 81 mm |
| September | 21° / 70° | 83 mm |
| October | 15° / 58° | 71 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 89 mm |
| December | 1° / 35° | 77 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Lemay Cdp, MO
The most comfortable months to visit Lemay Cdp, MO are typically September, May and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near -6°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.