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Cass County, Missouri Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 10th-largest in Missouri

The population of Cass County, Missouri is 109,393 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 10th-largest county in Missouri. The median household income is $87,413, the median home value is $269,000, and the median age is 40.1.

The population of Cass County has grown 14.2% since 2010 (99,756 → 113,873), a +0.95% annualized rate.

Cass County within Missouri · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

109,393

Population

+0.95%

Annual growth

157

People / sq mi

$87,413

Median Income

$269,000

Median Home Value

Cass County covers 697 sq mi of land at 157.0 people per square mile.

About Cass County, MO

Among US counties, Cass County stands out first on household income: a median of $87,413, above the US median of $78,538. Cass County is a county in Missouri with a population of 109,393. It is the #10-largest of all counties in Missouri nationally.

Households here are among the highest-earning of all US counties: median income is $87,413, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US counties at 4.7%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $269,000, with typical rent around $1,147.

Educational attainment is on the higher side for US counties — 28.8% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 12.3%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.

Taken together, the income and housing figures place Cass County firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US counties — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.

Cass County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Cass County had a population of 99,756 in 2010 and 113,873 in 2024, a 14.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 113,873 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.95%.

2024 · 114K20102024
Cass County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

113,873

Population (2024)

99,756

Population (2010)

113,873

Peak (2024)

0.95%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201099,756
2011100,017
2012100,458
2013100,712
2014100,872
2015101,389
2016102,645
2017103,502
2018104,753
2019105,731
2020108,162
2021109,792
2022110,345
2023111,695
2024113,873

Race & Ethnicity

White85.6%
Black or African American4.5%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.7%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

40.1

Median Age

50.9%

Female

49.1%

Male

17.5%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.7%
5–9
6.5%
10–14
7.2%
15–19
6.6%
20–24
5.4%
25–34
11.9%
35–44
12.9%
45–54
12.5%
55–59
7.6%
60–64
6.3%
65–74
10.0%
75–84
5.4%
85+
2.1%

Children (under 15): 19.4% · Seniors (65+): 17.5%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$87,413+$18,493 vs state
Mean household income$105,071
Per-capita income$41,075
Poverty rate4.7%-3.7% vs state
Unemployment rate3.1%
Employment-to-population63.8%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
20.9%
Finance & real estate
10.1%
Manufacturing
9.8%
Construction
9.5%
Information
9.0%
Education & health care
7.1%
Retail trade
6.4%
Arts, entertainment & food
4.8%

The largest employment sector in Cass County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.9% of workers.

How residents commute

0.0%

Drive alone

0.9%

Carpool

78.9%

Public transit

12.3%

Work from home

28.8 min

Avg commute

Housing

$269,000+$53,400 vs state

Median home value

$1,147

Median rent

75.9%

Homeownership rate

44,928

Total housing units

94.2%

Occupied

5.8%

Vacant

24.1%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

92.2%

With health insurance

95.7%

With broadband internet

35.7%

Foreign-born

8.5%

Veterans (18+)

13.4%

With a disability

96.7%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

93.7%

High School+

28.8%

Bachelor's+

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County rankings

Frequently Asked Questions

Cass County, Missouri has a population of 109,393 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 10th-largest county in Missouri. Population density is 157 people per square mile.

The population of Cass County has grown 14.2% since 2010 (99,756 → 113,873), a +0.95% annualized rate.

The median household income in Cass County, Missouri is $87,413, with mean (average) household income of $105,071 and per-capita income of $41,075. 4.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Cass County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (85.6%), Black or African American (4.5%), Hispanic or Latino (1.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Cass County, Missouri is 40.1 years. Residents are 50.9% female and 49.1% male.

The median home value in Cass County is $269,000 and median monthly rent is $1,147. 75.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 44,928 total housing units, 5.8% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Cass County, Missouri is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.1%.

Kansas City is among the largest cities associated with Cass County, Missouri, with a population of 508,233.


Cass County, MO Climate

Cass County, MO has an average annual temperature of 12.6°C (55°F) and receives about 1008 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

12.6°C

Avg Temp

1008

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

-10°0°10°20°30°135mmJFMAMJJASOND
Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Cass County, MO — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January-2° / 28°34 mm
February1° / 34°34 mm
March7° / 44°77 mm
April13° / 55°92 mm
May18° / 64°122 mm
June23° / 73°135 mm
July26° / 78°92 mm
August25° / 77°97 mm
September20° / 69°121 mm
October14° / 57°96 mm
November7° / 44°65 mm
December0° / 33°43 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 Cass County, MO

The most comfortable months to visit Cass County, MO are typically September, August 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 -8°C low). June is usually the wettest month.

SeptemberAugustJune

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

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.