Nixa, Missouri Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Nixa, Missouri is 24,131 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 31st-largest city in Missouri. The median household income is $80,491, the median home value is $238,300, and the median age is 35.8.
The population has grown 37.6% since 2010 (19,149 → 26,352).
24,131
Population
2591
People / sq mi
$80,491
Median Income
$238,300
Median Home Value
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Nixa covers 9.3 sq mi of land at 2591 people per square mile.
About Nixa, MO
Nixa is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 39.6% of the population. With 24,131 residents, Nixa is a city in Missouri. It ranks #31 among cities in Missouri by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $80,491 — near the US median of $78,538. About 4.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $238,300, with typical rent around $1,012.
Roughly 34.8% of adults have a bachelor’s, near the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 8.5%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Nixa, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Nixa city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Nixa city had a population of 19,149 in 2010 and 26,352 in 2024, a 37.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 26,352 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.31%.
26,352
Population (2024)
19,149
Population (2010)
26,352
Peak (2024)
2.31%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 19,149 |
| 2011 | 19,393 |
| 2012 | 19,820 |
| 2013 | 20,062 |
| 2014 | 20,453 |
| 2015 | 20,867 |
| 2016 | 21,101 |
| 2017 | 21,333 |
| 2018 | 21,898 |
| 2019 | 22,515 |
| 2020 | 23,449 |
| 2021 | 24,172 |
| 2022 | 24,754 |
| 2023 | 25,421 |
| 2024 | 26,352 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 89.5% |
| Black or African American | 1.5% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.3% |
Economy & Income
$80,491
Median Household Income
$32,626
Per Capita Income
4.8%
Poverty Rate
2.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$238,300
Median Home Value
$1,012
Median Rent
65.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.0%
High School+
34.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
79.1%
Public Transit
8.5%
Work From Home
22.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
39.6%
Foreign Born
93.0%
Non-English at Home
7.9%
Veterans
12.2%
With Disability
92.4%
Health Insurance
98.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 32.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.6% |
| Manufacturing | 8.0% |
| Information | 6.2% |
| Retail Trade | 5.8% |
| Construction | 4.9% |
| Public Administration | 3.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Nixa, Missouri has a population of 24,131 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 31st-largest city in Missouri.
The median household income in Nixa, Missouri is $80,491, with 4.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Nixa, Missouri is $238,300, with median monthly rent at $1,012 and a homeownership rate of 65.7%.
The median age in Nixa, Missouri is 35.8 years. The population is 48.0% male and 52.0% female.
The population has grown 37.6% since 2010 (19,149 → 26,352).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.