Rank #19 by Population · Updated April 2026
Missouri Population 2026
The population of Missouri is 6,168,181 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 19th-most populous state in the United States. The median household income is $68,920, the median home value is $215,600, and the median age is 38.9.
Missouri's population has grown 89.6% since 1910 (3,293,335 → 6,245,466).
6,168,181
Population
90
People / sq mi
$68,920
Median Income
38.9
Median Age
Missouri covers 68,746 sq mi of land at a density of 89.7 people per square mile.
About Missouri
Missouri is a US state with a population of 6,168,181. It ranks #19 among US states by population. The median age is 38.9, in line with the national median. The population is 49.3% male and 50.7% female.
The median household income in Missouri is $68,920, below the US median of $74,580. 8.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $215,600, with monthly rent averaging $996. The homeownership rate of 67.9% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Missouri reflects 31.9% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 11.6% of workers primarily work from home, similar to the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 23.7 minutes each way.
Missouri, #19 by population
Missouri Population History (1910-2024)
The state of Missouri had a population of 3,293,335 in 1910 and 6,245,466 in 2024, a 89.6% growth over 114 years. The peak was 6,245,466 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.52%.
6,245,466
Population (2024)
3,293,335
Population (1910)
6,245,466
Peak (2024)
0.52%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 3,293,335 |
| 1920 | 3,404,055 |
| 1930 | 3,629,367 |
| 1940 | 3,784,664 |
| 1950 | 3,954,653 |
| 1960 | 4,319,813 |
| 1970 | 4,676,501 |
| 1980 | 4,916,686 |
| 1990 | 5,117,073 |
| 2000 | 5,595,211 |
| 2010 | 5,988,927 |
| 2020 | 6,154,913 |
| 2020 | 6,154,744 |
| 2021 | 6,171,374 |
| 2022 | 6,179,414 |
| 2023 | 6,208,038 |
| 2024 | 6,245,466 |
Age Distribution
Male: 49.3% · Female: 50.7%
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 78.3% |
| Black or African American | 11.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| American Indian & Alaska Native | 0.3% |
| Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander | 0.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
Economy & Income
$68,920
Median Household Income
$38,497
Per Capita Income
8.4%
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Unemployment Rate
$93,797
Mean Household Income
60.1%
Employment Rate
Cost of Living
Missouri's overall price level is 90.8 on the BEA Regional Price Parity index (US average = 100), meaning prices are 9.2% lower the US average. Adjusting for cost of living, Missouri's median household income of $68,920 has the buying power of $75,889 in average-priced areas.
90.8
Price Level (US = 100)
$75,889
COL-Adjusted Median Income
$68,920
Nominal Median Income
Education
91.6%
High School Graduate+
31.9%
Bachelor's Degree+
Births & Fertility
68,985
Live Births (2022)
11.2
Birth Rate (per 1,000)
60.9%
Births to Married Mothers
Births by Mother's Age
Births by Mother's Race
| White | 79.2% |
| Black or African American | 14.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7.6% |
Housing
$215,600
Median Home Value
$996
Median Rent
2,809,501
Total Housing Units
67.9%
Owner-Occupied
32.1%
Renter-Occupied
11.6%
Vacant
Languages Spoken at Home
93.4% of Missouri residents age 5+ speak only English at home. The most common non-English languages spoken at home in Missouri:
| # | Language | Speakers | % of pop. 5+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spanish | 58,190 | 1.00% |
| 2 | Chinese (incl. Mandarin, Cantonese) | 8,996 | 0.15% |
| 3 | Vietnamese | 7,017 | 0.12% |
| 4 | Arabic | 4,408 | 0.08% |
| 5 | German | 4,396 | 0.08% |
| 6 | French (incl. Cajun) | 3,161 | 0.05% |
| 7 | Tagalog (incl. Filipino) | 2,870 | 0.05% |
| 8 | Korean | 2,762 | 0.05% |
| 9 | Amharic, Somali, or other Afro-Asiatic | 2,694 | 0.05% |
| 10 | Polish | 2,587 | 0.04% |
Commute
0.9%
Drive Alone
1.8%
Carpool
11.6%
Work From Home
23.7 min
Avg Commute
Largest Cities in Missouri
| # | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kansas City | 508,233 |
| 2 | St. Louis | 293,109 |
| 3 | Springfield | 169,432 |
| 4 | Columbia | 127,200 |
| 5 | Independence | 121,944 |
| 6 | Lee's Summit | 102,583 |
| 7 | O'Fallon | 92,697 |
| 8 | St. Joseph | 71,542 |
| 9 | St. Charles | 71,048 |
| 10 | Blue Springs | 59,416 |
| 11 | St. Peters | 58,200 |
| 12 | Joplin | 52,218 |
| 13 | Florissant | 51,915 |
| 14 | Chesterfield | 49,591 |
| 15 | Wentzville | 45,734 |
| 16 | Jefferson City | 42,565 |
| 17 | Cape Girardeau | 40,047 |
| 18 | Wildwood | 35,168 |
| 19 | Oakville | 35,166 |
| 20 | University City | 34,655 |
Counties in Missouri
| # | County | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St. Louis County | 996,618 | $81,340 |
| 2 | Jackson County | 717,021 | $67,178 |
| 3 | St. Charles County | 409,830 | $102,912 |
| 4 | Greene County | 301,121 | $57,488 |
| 5 | St. Louis city | 293,109 | $55,279 |
| 6 | Clay County | 255,566 | $86,150 |
| 7 | Jefferson County | 228,227 | $80,522 |
| 8 | Boone County | 185,874 | $69,913 |
| 9 | Jasper County | 123,532 | $57,525 |
| 10 | Cass County | 109,393 | $87,413 |
| 11 | Platte County | 108,751 | $95,748 |
| 12 | Franklin County | 105,316 | $71,973 |
| 13 | Christian County | 91,229 | $81,245 |
| 14 | Buchanan County | 83,855 | $59,423 |
| 15 | Cape Girardeau County | 82,180 | $68,912 |
| 16 | Cole County | 76,924 | $73,273 |
| 17 | St. Francois County | 66,864 | $54,813 |
| 18 | Lincoln County | 61,636 | $85,276 |
| 19 | Newton County | 59,490 | $64,583 |
| 20 | Taney County | 56,382 | $58,258 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Missouri has a population of 6,168,181 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 19th-most populous state in the United States.
Missouri is gaining population, with a +89.6% change over the available historical Census record. Missouri's population has grown 89.6% since 1910 (3,293,335 → 6,245,466).
The median household income in Missouri is $68,920, with a per capita income of $38,497. 8.4% of the population lives below the federal poverty level.
78.3% of Missouri's population identifies as White (Census ACS 2023). 11.1% is Black or African American, 0.0% is Asian, and 1.6% is Hispanic or Latino (any race, counted separately under Census methodology).
Missouri is 78.3% White, 11.1% Black or African American, 0.0% Asian, and 1.6% Hispanic or Latino (any race). Hispanic/Latino is counted as an ethnicity separate from race under Census methodology, so totals may exceed 100% in some breakdowns.
The median age in Missouri is 38.9 years. The population is 49.3% male and 50.7% female.
Missouri's population has grown 89.6% since 1910 (3,293,335 → 6,245,466).
Across recent Census Population Estimates, West Virginia, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Illinois have shown the largest sustained population declines. Missouri's own trend is gaining. National state-by-state rankings are published annually by the Census Population Estimates Program.
Demographic data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates. Birth statistics from the CDC National Vital Statistics System via Data Commons. California does not report marital status on birth certificates. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.