Arbela, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Arbela, Missouri had a total population of 22, the 1032nd largest town in Missouri. The poverty rate is 54.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (54.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Arbela Quick Facts
How Arbela Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 20 | 22 | +10.0% |
How Arbela Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 40 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Arbela Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Scotland County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis | 1,782 | $55,125 | 12.2% | $132,800 |
| Rutledge | 112 | $53,750 | 7.1% | $42,500 |
| South Gorin | 64 | $48,984 | 7.8% | $410,000 |
| Granger | 39 | $83,750 | 20.5% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Arbela
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pendleton | 23 | $111,250 | $275,000 | 33.3% | 0.0% |
| Williamstown | 23 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Eagle Rock | 21 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Burgess | 24 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Elmer | 24 | $37,500 | $45,000 | 0.0% | 33.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 22, Arbela's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Arbela is a small community located in Missouri, within Scotland County. The total population is 22. It ranks as the 1032nd most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Arbela is 57.0 years. This is 46% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 13.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 54.5%. This is 334% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Arbela, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 40.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% lower than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Arbela was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 40.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Arbela, Missouri is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Missouri state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Arbela, Missouri?
Arbela, Missouri has a population of 22 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Arbela, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Arbela — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Arbela, MO?
The poverty rate in Arbela is 54.5%. This means approximately 12 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Arbela, Missouri?
Arbela's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Arbela, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Arbela — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Arbela, Missouri?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Arbela hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.