Avondale, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Avondale, Missouri had a total population of 308, the 633rd largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $53,125, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Avondale Quick Facts
How Avondale 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 | 322 | 308 | -4.3% |
| Median household income | $48,750 | $53,125 | +9.0% |
| Median home value | $142,300 | $164,100 | +15.3% |
How Avondale 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+)
Avondale Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Clay County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 30,689 | $88,542 | 7.0% | $283,300 |
| Gladstone | 27,207 | $79,271 | 11.0% | $231,500 |
| Kearney | 10,885 | $103,622 | 3.6% | $298,400 |
| Smithville | 10,705 | $101,165 | 5.4% | $290,600 |
| Excelsior Springs | 10,484 | $72,609 | 15.2% | $186,800 |
| North Kansas City | 4,983 | $49,682 | 9.1% | $197,500 |
| Lawson | 2,905 | $65,941 | 12.7% | $186,000 |
| Pleasant Valley | 2,736 | $75,682 | 4.5% | $202,000 |
| Claycomo | 1,820 | $49,343 | 19.8% | $169,600 |
| Glenaire | 587 | $92,813 | 4.4% | $225,400 |
Cities Similar to Avondale
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fillmore | 299 | N/A | $83,100 | 3.7% | 5.3% |
| Ozora | 299 | N/A | $188,500 | 31.8% | 49.5% |
| Purcell | 324 | N/A | $87,700 | 13.7% | 31.5% |
| Laclede | 301 | $56,875 | $62,500 | 9.6% | 6.3% |
| Macks Creek | 290 | N/A | $275,000 | 8.5% | 25.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 308, Avondale'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
Avondale is a small community located in Missouri, within Clay County. The total population is 308. It ranks as the 633rd most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Avondale is 48.5 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 11.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Avondale is $53,125. This is 25% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.4%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 20% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $164,100. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $230,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 68.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Avondale has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.3%. The Black or African American population (3.3%) is well below the state average of 10.9%.
Education
22.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% 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 88.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Avondale, 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 Avondale, Missouri?
Avondale, Missouri has a population of 308 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Avondale, MO?
The median household income in Avondale is $53,125, which is 34% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Avondale, MO?
The poverty rate in Avondale is 9.4%. This means approximately 29 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Avondale, Missouri?
Avondale's population is 91.9% White, 3.3% Black, 2.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Avondale, MO?
The median home value in Avondale is $164,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Avondale, Missouri?
22.6% of adults (25+) in Avondale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.