Spanish Lake, Missouri Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Spanish Lake, Missouri is 18,183 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 45th-largest city in Missouri. The median household income is $51,125, the median home value is $121,300, and the median age is 34.5.
18,183
Population
2466
People / sq mi
$51,125
Median Income
$121,300
Median Home Value
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Spanish Lake covers 7.4 sq mi of land at 2466 people per square mile.
About Spanish Lake, MO
Spanish Lake is defined demographically by education — 13.2% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 18,183 residents, Spanish Lake is a city in Missouri. It ranks #45 among cities in Missouri by population.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $51,125, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 13.8%, above the national 12.4%. Home prices sit near the bottom of the range at $121,300, with typical rent around $1,073.
Four-year-degree attainment is near the bottom of the range for US cities, 13.2%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 10.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 13.5% |
| Black or African American | 81.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$51,125
Median Household Income
$26,925
Per Capita Income
13.8%
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$121,300
Median Home Value
$1,073
Median Rent
49.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.1%
High School+
13.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.2%
Drive Alone
72.6%
Public Transit
10.0%
Work From Home
23.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.7%
Foreign Born
98.1%
Non-English at Home
7.0%
Veterans
18.5%
With Disability
86.3%
Health Insurance
94.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.5% |
| Manufacturing | 8.8% |
| Retail Trade | 8.2% |
| Information | 6.5% |
| Public Administration | 5.6% |
| Construction | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Spanish Lake, Missouri has a population of 18,183 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 45th-largest city in Missouri.
The median household income in Spanish Lake, Missouri is $51,125, with 13.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Spanish Lake, Missouri is $121,300, with median monthly rent at $1,073 and a homeownership rate of 49.0%.
The median age in Spanish Lake, Missouri is 34.5 years. The population is 45.0% male and 55.0% female.
Spanish Lake Cdp, MO Climate
Spanish Lake Cdp, MO has an average annual temperature of 12.9°C (55°F) and receives about 973 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12.9°C
Avg Temp
973
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -2° / 28° | 49 mm |
| February | 1° / 34° | 54 mm |
| March | 7° / 44° | 88 mm |
| April | 13° / 55° | 95 mm |
| May | 19° / 65° | 103 mm |
| June | 23° / 74° | 93 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 96 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 83 mm |
| September | 21° / 69° | 82 mm |
| October | 14° / 57° | 70 mm |
| November | 7° / 45° | 85 mm |
| December | 1° / 34° | 75 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 Spanish Lake Cdp, MO
The most comfortable months to visit Spanish Lake Cdp, MO are typically September, June and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near -7°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.