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Jasper County, Missouri Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 9th-largest in Missouri

The population of Jasper County, Missouri is 123,532 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 9th-largest county in Missouri. The median household income is $57,525, the median home value is $158,500, and the median age is 36.6.

The population of Jasper County has grown 7.5% since 2010 (117,662 → 126,479), a +0.52% annualized rate.

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

123,532

Population

+0.52%

Annual growth

193

People / sq mi

$57,525

Median Income

$158,500

Median Home Value

Jasper County covers 639 sq mi of land at 193.5 people per square mile.

About Jasper County, MO

Homeownership is the standout figure in Jasper County: 63.2% of homes are owner-occupied, close to the national rate. Jasper County is a county in Missouri with a population of 123,532. That makes it one of the ten largest counties in Missouri in the country, at #9 by population.

Household earnings are middling, with a median of $57,525 — below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 12.5% of residents fall below the poverty line, close to the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $158,500, with typical rent around $904.

Roughly 25.1% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 8.1% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.

Jasper County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Jasper County had a population of 117,662 in 2010 and 126,479 in 2024, a 7.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 126,479 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.52%.

2024 · 126K20102024
Jasper County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

126,479

Population (2024)

117,662

Population (2010)

126,479

Peak (2024)

0.52%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
2010117,662
2011115,313
2012115,813
2013116,814
2014117,801
2015118,623
2016119,304
2017120,113
2018120,349
2019121,228
2020122,896
2021123,324
2022123,969
2023125,117
2024126,479

Race & Ethnicity

White85.2%
Black or African American1.8%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)3.5%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

36.6

Median Age

50.9%

Female

49.1%

Male

15.9%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
6.5%
5–9
7.2%
10–14
6.9%
15–19
6.9%
20–24
6.8%
25–34
13.5%
35–44
13.0%
45–54
11.6%
55–59
6.1%
60–64
5.8%
65–74
9.4%
75–84
4.8%
85+
1.7%

Children (under 15): 20.6% · Seniors (65+): 15.9%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$57,525$-11,395 vs state
Mean household income$75,406
Per-capita income$29,914
Poverty rate12.5%+4.1% vs state
Unemployment rate2.6%
Employment-to-population61.0%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
24.0%
Manufacturing
16.9%
Education & health care
8.8%
Finance & real estate
8.1%
Retail trade
6.2%
Arts, entertainment & food
5.8%
Construction
5.6%
Information
3.9%

The largest employment sector in Jasper County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.0% of workers.

How residents commute

0.2%

Drive alone

1.4%

Carpool

80.1%

Public transit

8.1%

Work from home

19.3 min

Avg commute

Housing

$158,500$-57,100 vs state

Median home value

$904

Median rent

63.2%

Homeownership rate

53,749

Total housing units

90.0%

Occupied

10.0%

Vacant

36.8%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

87.2%

With health insurance

94.5%

With broadband internet

35.0%

Foreign-born

8.0%

Veterans (18+)

16.3%

With a disability

93.0%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

88.8%

High School+

25.1%

Bachelor's+

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County rankings

Frequently Asked Questions

Jasper County, Missouri has a population of 123,532 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 9th-largest county in Missouri. Population density is 193 people per square mile.

The population of Jasper County has grown 7.5% since 2010 (117,662 → 126,479), a +0.52% annualized rate.

The median household income in Jasper County, Missouri is $57,525, with mean (average) household income of $75,406 and per-capita income of $29,914. 12.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Jasper County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (85.2%), Hispanic or Latino (3.5%), Black or African American (1.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Jasper County, Missouri is 36.6 years. Residents are 50.9% female and 49.1% male.

The median home value in Jasper County is $158,500 and median monthly rent is $904. 63.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 53,749 total housing units, 10.0% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Jasper County, Missouri is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.6%.

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


Jasper County, MO Climate

Jasper County, MO has an average annual temperature of 13.7°C (57°F) and receives about 1135 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

13.7°C

Avg Temp

1135

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Jasper County, MO — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January0° / 32°44 mm
February3° / 38°54 mm
March8° / 47°92 mm
April14° / 57°106 mm
May19° / 65°124 mm
June23° / 74°135 mm
July26° / 79°83 mm
August25° / 78°98 mm
September21° / 70°132 mm
October15° / 59°99 mm
November8° / 46°98 mm
December3° / 37°70 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 Jasper County, MO

The most comfortable months to visit Jasper County, MO are typically September, May 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 -6°C low). June is usually the wettest month.

SeptemberMayJune

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

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