Holt County, Missouri Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 111th-largest in Missouri
The population of Holt County, Missouri is 4,254 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 111th-largest county in Missouri. The median household income is $58,516, the median home value is $122,300, and the median age is 47.8.
The population of Holt County has declined 13.7% since 2010 (4,915 → 4,241), a -1.05% annualized rate.
4,254
Population
-1.05%
Annual growth
9
People / sq mi
$58,516
Median Income
$122,300
Median Home Value
Holt County covers 463 sq mi of land at 9.2 people per square mile.
About Holt County, MO
The poverty rate is what most separates Holt County from the typical county: 4.7% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. With 4,254 residents, Holt County is a county in Missouri.
The typical household here earns about $58,516, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US counties at 4.7%, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $122,300, with typical rent around $702.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 20.5% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. About 8.3% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Holt County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Holt County had a population of 4,915 in 2010 and 4,241 in 2024, a -13.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 4,915 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -1.04%.
4,241
Population (2024)
4,915
Population (2010)
4,915
Peak (2010)
-1.04%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,915 |
| 2011 | 4,838 |
| 2012 | 4,679 |
| 2013 | 4,589 |
| 2014 | 4,529 |
| 2015 | 4,483 |
| 2016 | 4,464 |
| 2017 | 4,406 |
| 2018 | 4,382 |
| 2019 | 4,387 |
| 2020 | 4,191 |
| 2021 | 4,234 |
| 2022 | 4,265 |
| 2023 | 4,266 |
| 2024 | 4,241 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 94.8% |
| Black or African American | 0.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
47.8
Median Age
50.3%
Female
49.7%
Male
25.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.4% · Seniors (65+): 25.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $58,516$-10,404 vs state |
| Mean household income | $80,729 |
| Per-capita income | $34,933 |
| Poverty rate | 4.7%-3.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 55.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Holt County is professional & business services, accounting for 26.1% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
3.3%
Carpool
79.3%
Public transit
8.3%
Work from home
21.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$122,300$-93,300 vs state
Median home value
$702
Median rent
78.4%
Homeownership rate
2,420
Total housing units
71.2%
Occupied
28.8%
Vacant
21.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
90.5%
With health insurance
88.3%
With broadband internet
22.7%
Foreign-born
7.3%
Veterans (18+)
20.5%
With a disability
98.5%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
92.4%
High School+
20.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Holt County, Missouri has a population of 4,254 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 111th-largest county in Missouri. Population density is 9 people per square mile.
The population of Holt County has declined 13.7% since 2010 (4,915 → 4,241), a -1.05% annualized rate.
The median household income in Holt County, Missouri is $58,516, with mean (average) household income of $80,729 and per-capita income of $34,933. 4.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Holt County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (94.8%), Hispanic or Latino (2.5%), 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 Holt County, Missouri is 47.8 years. Residents are 50.3% female and 49.7% male.
The median home value in Holt County is $122,300 and median monthly rent is $702. 78.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 2,420 total housing units, 28.8% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Holt County, Missouri is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 26.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.2%.
Kansas City is among the largest cities associated with Holt 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.