Worth County, Missouri Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 115th-largest in Missouri
The population of Worth County, Missouri is 1,956 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 115th-largest county in Missouri. The median household income is $46,167, the median home value is $94,600, and the median age is 49.0.
The population of Worth County has declined 13.0% since 2010 (2,152 → 1,872), a -0.99% annualized rate.
1,956
Population
-0.99%
Annual growth
7
People / sq mi
$46,167
Median Income
$94,600
Median Home Value
Worth County covers 267 sq mi of land at 7.3 people per square mile.
About Worth County, MO
Housing cost is the defining feature of Worth County: the median home is valued at $94,600. Worth County is a county in Missouri with a population of 1,956.
The typical household earns $46,167, below the US median of $78,538. About 11.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $94,600, with typical rent around $353.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US counties: 17.6% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. A solid 13.1% of workers are based at home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Worth County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Worth County had a population of 2,152 in 2010 and 1,872 in 2024, a -13.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 2,152 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.99%.
1,872
Population (2024)
2,152
Population (2010)
2,152
Peak (2010)
-0.99%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,152 |
| 2011 | 2,118 |
| 2012 | 2,080 |
| 2013 | 2,079 |
| 2014 | 2,054 |
| 2015 | 2,042 |
| 2016 | 2,009 |
| 2017 | 2,041 |
| 2018 | 2,011 |
| 2019 | 1,989 |
| 2020 | 1,968 |
| 2021 | 1,973 |
| 2022 | 1,943 |
| 2023 | 1,903 |
| 2024 | 1,872 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 96.8% |
| Black or African American | 0.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
49.0
Median Age
49.2%
Female
50.8%
Male
25.7%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.8% · Seniors (65+): 25.7%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $46,167$-22,753 vs state |
| Mean household income | $67,906 |
| Per-capita income | $32,793 |
| Poverty rate | 11.2%+2.8% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 0.7% |
| Employment-to-population | 55.4% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Worth County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.1% of workers.
How residents commute
0.5%
Drive alone
0.4%
Carpool
78.5%
Public transit
13.1%
Work from home
27.4 min
Avg commute
Housing
$94,600$-121,000 vs state
Median home value
$353
Median rent
77.8%
Homeownership rate
1,115
Total housing units
71.6%
Occupied
28.4%
Vacant
22.2%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
89.4%
With health insurance
86.7%
With broadband internet
37.5%
Foreign-born
9.3%
Veterans (18+)
22.8%
With a disability
99.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
93.8%
High School+
17.6%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Worth County, Missouri has a population of 1,956 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 115th-largest county in Missouri. Population density is 7 people per square mile.
The population of Worth County has declined 13.0% since 2010 (2,152 → 1,872), a -0.99% annualized rate.
The median household income in Worth County, Missouri is $46,167, with mean (average) household income of $67,906 and per-capita income of $32,793. 11.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Worth County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (96.8%), Hispanic or Latino (1.7%), Black or African American (0.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Worth County, Missouri is 49.0 years. Residents are 49.2% female and 50.8% male.
The median home value in Worth County is $94,600 and median monthly rent is $353. 77.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 1,115 total housing units, 28.4% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Worth County, Missouri is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 0.7%.
Kansas City is among the largest cities associated with Worth County, Missouri, with a population of 508,233.
Worth County, MO Climate
Worth County, MO has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F) and receives about 884 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.7°C
Avg Temp
884
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -5° / 23° | 21 mm |
| February | -2° / 29° | 24 mm |
| March | 5° / 40° | 59 mm |
| April | 11° / 52° | 76 mm |
| May | 17° / 62° | 109 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 107 mm |
| July | 25° / 76° | 110 mm |
| August | 23° / 74° | 106 mm |
| September | 19° / 66° | 110 mm |
| October | 12° / 54° | 75 mm |
| November | 4° / 39° | 53 mm |
| December | -2° / 28° | 34 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 Worth County, MO
The most comfortable months to visit Worth County, MO are typically June, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -10°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.