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Population Review

West Plains city, MO — Population & Demographics

West Plains city, MO has a population of 12,341. The median household income is $39,897 and the median age is 34.2.

12,341

Population

$39,897

Median Income

$158,700

Median Home Value

34.2

Median Age

Race & Ethnicity

White95.4%
Black or African American0.7%
Asian0.1%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.6%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$39,897

Median Household Income

$23,486

Per Capita Income

22.2%

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$158,700

Median Home Value

$762

Median Rent

48.2%

Owner-Occupied

Education

85.3%

High School+

17.7%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.0%

Drive Alone

3.6%

Work From Home

17.1 min

Avg Commute

Frequently Asked Questions

West Plains city, MO has a population of 12,341 according to Census ACS 2023 data.

The median household income in West Plains city, MO is $39,897, with 22.2% living below the poverty level.

The median home value in West Plains city, MO is $158,700, with median rent at $762.

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