Christian County, Missouri Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 13th-largest in Missouri
The population of Christian County, Missouri is 91,229 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 13th-largest county in Missouri. The median household income is $81,245, the median home value is $249,700, and the median age is 39.3.
The population of Christian County has grown 23.4% since 2010 (77,841 → 96,045), a +1.51% annualized rate.
91,229
Population
+1.51%
Annual growth
162
People / sq mi
$81,245
Median Income
$249,700
Median Home Value
Christian County covers 563 sq mi of land at 162.2 people per square mile.
About Christian County, MO
Among US counties, Christian County stands out first on household income: a median of $81,245, near the US median of $78,538. Christian County is a county in Missouri with a population of 91,229. It ranks #13 among counties in Missouri by population.
Median household income is $81,245, near the US median of $78,538. Only 6.1% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $249,700, with typical rent around $979.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US counties — 32.6% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.3%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Christian County firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US counties — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Christian County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Christian County had a population of 77,841 in 2010 and 96,045 in 2024, a 23.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 96,045 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.51%.
96,045
Population (2024)
77,841
Population (2010)
96,045
Peak (2024)
1.51%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 77,841 |
| 2011 | 78,664 |
| 2012 | 79,695 |
| 2013 | 80,675 |
| 2014 | 81,887 |
| 2015 | 83,154 |
| 2016 | 84,271 |
| 2017 | 85,533 |
| 2018 | 87,248 |
| 2019 | 88,913 |
| 2020 | 89,294 |
| 2021 | 91,636 |
| 2022 | 93,130 |
| 2023 | 94,469 |
| 2024 | 96,045 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 92.3% |
| Black or African American | 0.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Age & Sex
39.3
Median Age
51.1%
Female
48.9%
Male
16.3%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.8% · Seniors (65+): 16.3%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $81,245+$12,325 vs state |
| Mean household income | $102,125 |
| Per-capita income | $38,535 |
| Poverty rate | 6.1%-2.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.3% |
| Employment-to-population | 62.4% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Christian County is professional & business services, accounting for 27.8% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
1.8%
Carpool
79.3%
Public transit
9.3%
Work from home
25.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$249,700+$34,100 vs state
Median home value
$979
Median rent
76.0%
Homeownership rate
35,972
Total housing units
95.2%
Occupied
4.8%
Vacant
24.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
91.9%
With health insurance
96.7%
With broadband internet
37.4%
Foreign-born
8.0%
Veterans (18+)
12.6%
With a disability
95.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
93.3%
High School+
32.6%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Christian County, Missouri has a population of 91,229 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 13th-largest county in Missouri. Population density is 162 people per square mile.
The population of Christian County has grown 23.4% since 2010 (77,841 → 96,045), a +1.51% annualized rate.
The median household income in Christian County, Missouri is $81,245, with mean (average) household income of $102,125 and per-capita income of $38,535. 6.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Christian County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (92.3%), Hispanic or Latino (1.7%), Black or African American (0.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Christian County, Missouri is 39.3 years. Residents are 51.1% female and 48.9% male.
The median home value in Christian County is $249,700 and median monthly rent is $979. 76.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 35,972 total housing units, 4.8% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Christian County, Missouri is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 27.8% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.3%.
Kansas City is among the largest cities associated with Christian County, Missouri, with a population of 508,233.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.