Arkoe, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Arkoe, Missouri had a total population of 76, the 914th largest town in Missouri, with a median household income of $86,250, which is 22% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
Arkoe Quick Facts
How Arkoe 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 | 79 | 76 | -3.8% |
| Median household income | $83,906 | $86,250 | +2.8% |
How Arkoe 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+)
Arkoe Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Nodaway County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maryville | 10,428 | $53,352 | 24.4% | $189,400 |
| Ravenwood | 563 | $60,250 | 8.2% | $69,300 |
| Burlington Junction | 397 | $50,750 | 15.1% | $90,600 |
| Hopkins | 388 | $37,500 | 20.5% | $56,500 |
| Conception Junction | 217 | $47,500 | 21.7% | $86,700 |
| Elmo | 217 | $64,688 | 11.1% | $75,000 |
| Conception | 202 | $50,417 | 15.9% | $114,100 |
| Parnell | 189 | $41,591 | 23.3% | $53,800 |
| Skidmore | 189 | $55,313 | 28.0% | $61,900 |
| Barnard | 186 | $26,033 | 10.8% | $69,400 |
Cities Similar to Arkoe
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guilford | 77 | N/A | $26,800 | 30.4% | 26.0% |
| Wilson City | 79 | N/A | $61,200 | 19.4% | 43.0% |
| Paradise | 72 | N/A | N/A | 15.3% | 0.0% |
| Amity | 72 | $85,357 | $9,999 | 4.2% | 8.3% |
| Avilla | 70 | N/A | $85,000 | 0.0% | 7.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 76, Arkoe'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
Arkoe is a small community located in Missouri, within Nodaway County. The total population is 76. It ranks as the 914th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Arkoe is 36.1 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 32.9% of the population under 18, Arkoe has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Arkoe is $86,250. This is 22% higher than the state median of $70,702. It is also 7% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.1%. This is 19% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Arkoe, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $118,100. Housing costs are 49% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Arkoe is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 89.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Arkoe has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 5.2%.
Education
14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% lower than the state rate of 32.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Arkoe, 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 Arkoe, Missouri?
Arkoe, Missouri has a population of 76 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Arkoe, MO?
The median household income in Arkoe is $86,250, which is 7% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Arkoe, MO?
The poverty rate in Arkoe is 10.1%. This means approximately 7 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Arkoe, Missouri?
Arkoe's population is 94.7% White, 0.0% Black, 1.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Arkoe, MO?
The median home value in Arkoe is $118,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Arkoe, Missouri?
14.3% of adults (25+) in Arkoe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.