Camden County, Missouri Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 25th-largest in Missouri
The population of Camden County, Missouri is 43,416 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 25th-largest county in Missouri. The median household income is $62,927, the median home value is $270,700, and the median age is 53.0.
The population of Camden County has grown 0.1% since 2010 (44,096 → 44,135), a +0.01% annualized rate.
43,416
Population
+0.01%
Annual growth
66
People / sq mi
$62,927
Median Income
$270,700
Median Home Value
Camden County covers 656 sq mi of land at 66.2 people per square mile.
About Camden County, MO
Camden County skews on age — the median resident is 53.0, older than the national median. Camden County is a county in Missouri with a population of 43,416. It ranks #25 among counties in Missouri by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $62,927 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 9.2%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $270,700, with typical rent around $838.
24.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.2%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Camden County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Camden County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Camden County had a population of 44,096 in 2010 and 44,135 in 2024, a 0.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 46,211 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.03%.
44,135
Population (2024)
44,096
Population (2010)
46,211
Peak (2019)
0.03%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 44,096 |
| 2011 | 43,851 |
| 2012 | 44,232 |
| 2013 | 44,334 |
| 2014 | 44,601 |
| 2015 | 44,793 |
| 2016 | 44,979 |
| 2017 | 45,554 |
| 2018 | 45,956 |
| 2019 | 46,211 |
| 2020 | 42,807 |
| 2021 | 43,513 |
| 2022 | 43,779 |
| 2023 | 44,099 |
| 2024 | 44,135 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 93.7% |
| Black or African American | 0.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
53.0
Median Age
50.3%
Female
49.7%
Male
29.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 14.0% · Seniors (65+): 29.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $62,927$-5,993 vs state |
| Mean household income | $87,539 |
| Per-capita income | $37,111 |
| Poverty rate | 9.2%+0.8% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 48.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Camden County is professional & business services, accounting for 21.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.4%
Drive alone
1.1%
Carpool
75.4%
Public transit
9.2%
Work from home
22.7 min
Avg commute
Housing
$270,700+$55,100 vs state
Median home value
$838
Median rent
83.1%
Homeownership rate
39,839
Total housing units
43.1%
Occupied
56.9%
Vacant
16.9%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
88.4%
With health insurance
93.5%
With broadband internet
44.0%
Foreign-born
10.4%
Veterans (18+)
17.8%
With a disability
96.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
92.4%
High School+
24.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Camden County, Missouri has a population of 43,416 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 25th-largest county in Missouri. Population density is 66 people per square mile.
The population of Camden County has grown 0.1% since 2010 (44,096 → 44,135), a +0.01% annualized rate.
The median household income in Camden County, Missouri is $62,927, with mean (average) household income of $87,539 and per-capita income of $37,111. 9.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Camden County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (93.7%), Hispanic or Latino (1.4%), Black or African American (0.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Camden County, Missouri is 53.0 years. Residents are 50.3% female and 49.7% male.
The median home value in Camden County is $270,700 and median monthly rent is $838. 83.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 39,839 total housing units, 56.9% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Camden County, Missouri is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.
Kansas City is among the largest cities associated with Camden County, Missouri, with a population of 508,233.
Camden County, MO Climate
Camden County, MO has an average annual temperature of 13.3°C (56°F) and receives about 1065 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
1065
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 31° | 40 mm |
| February | 2° / 36° | 51 mm |
| March | 8° / 46° | 92 mm |
| April | 13° / 56° | 99 mm |
| May | 18° / 65° | 127 mm |
| June | 23° / 73° | 107 mm |
| July | 26° / 78° | 88 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 93 mm |
| September | 21° / 69° | 111 mm |
| October | 15° / 58° | 104 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 85 mm |
| December | 2° / 35° | 68 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 Camden County, MO
The most comfortable months to visit Camden County, MO are typically September, June and August, 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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