Ozark County, Missouri Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 91st-largest in Missouri
The population of Ozark County, Missouri is 8,773 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 91st-largest county in Missouri. The median household income is $42,329, the median home value is $156,400, and the median age is 51.9.
The population of Ozark County has declined 6.7% since 2010 (9,746 → 9,090), a -0.50% annualized rate.
8,773
Population
-0.50%
Annual growth
12
People / sq mi
$42,329
Median Income
$156,400
Median Home Value
Ozark County covers 745 sq mi of land at 11.8 people per square mile.
About Ozark County, MO
Ozark County skews on age — the median resident is 51.9, older than the national median. With 8,773 residents, Ozark County is a county in Missouri.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $42,329, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 17.0%, above the national 12.4%. Median home value is $156,400, with typical rent around $626.
Four-year-degree attainment is near the bottom of the range for US counties, 12.4%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 12.7%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Ozark County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Ozark County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Ozark County had a population of 9,746 in 2010 and 9,090 in 2024, a -6.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 9,746 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.47%.
9,090
Population (2024)
9,746
Population (2010)
9,746
Peak (2010)
-0.47%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,746 |
| 2011 | 9,649 |
| 2012 | 9,600 |
| 2013 | 9,512 |
| 2014 | 9,448 |
| 2015 | 9,373 |
| 2016 | 9,204 |
| 2017 | 9,236 |
| 2018 | 9,011 |
| 2019 | 9,155 |
| 2020 | 8,519 |
| 2021 | 8,790 |
| 2022 | 8,970 |
| 2023 | 8,996 |
| 2024 | 9,090 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 94.2% |
| Black or African American | 0.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
51.9
Median Age
49.6%
Female
50.4%
Male
28.9%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 15.2% · Seniors (65+): 28.9%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $42,329$-26,591 vs state |
| Mean household income | $69,410 |
| Per-capita income | $29,824 |
| Poverty rate | 17.0%+8.6% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.5% |
| Employment-to-population | 40.5% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Ozark County is professional & business services, accounting for 19.1% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
1.3%
Carpool
70.9%
Public transit
12.7%
Work from home
30.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$156,400$-59,200 vs state
Median home value
$626
Median rent
80.4%
Homeownership rate
5,046
Total housing units
71.0%
Occupied
29.0%
Vacant
19.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
83.7%
With health insurance
87.8%
With broadband internet
50.5%
Foreign-born
10.2%
Veterans (18+)
26.7%
With a disability
98.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
83.3%
High School+
12.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ozark County, Missouri has a population of 8,773 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 91st-largest county in Missouri. Population density is 12 people per square mile.
The population of Ozark County has declined 6.7% since 2010 (9,746 → 9,090), a -0.50% annualized rate.
The median household income in Ozark County, Missouri is $42,329, with mean (average) household income of $69,410 and per-capita income of $29,824. 17.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Ozark County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (94.2%), Hispanic or Latino (3.3%), Black or African American (0.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Ozark County, Missouri is 51.9 years. Residents are 49.6% female and 50.4% male.
The median home value in Ozark County is $156,400 and median monthly rent is $626. 80.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 5,046 total housing units, 29.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Ozark County, Missouri is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 19.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.5%.
Kansas City is among the largest cities associated with Ozark County, Missouri, with a population of 508,233.
Ozark County, MO Climate
Ozark County, MO has an average annual temperature of 13.8°C (57°F) and receives about 1082 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13.8°C
Avg Temp
1082
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1° / 33° | 53 mm |
| February | 4° / 39° | 65 mm |
| March | 9° / 47° | 104 mm |
| April | 14° / 57° | 103 mm |
| May | 18° / 65° | 120 mm |
| June | 23° / 73° | 100 mm |
| July | 26° / 78° | 77 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 86 mm |
| September | 21° / 70° | 98 mm |
| October | 15° / 59° | 86 mm |
| November | 8° / 47° | 101 mm |
| December | 3° / 37° | 89 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 Ozark County, MO
The most comfortable months to visit Ozark 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 -5°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.