Bagnell, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bagnell, Missouri had a total population of 44, the 990th largest town in Missouri, with a median household income of $15,000, which is 79% lower than the state average. 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
- Household income is 79% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- 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%.
- Unemployment rate of 13.3% is notably above the national average.
Bagnell Quick Facts
How Bagnell 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 | 51 | 44 | -13.7% |
How Bagnell Compares
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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+)
Bagnell Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Miller County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eldon | 4,556 | $41,684 | 12.8% | $157,400 |
| Iberia | 661 | $47,438 | 13.9% | $122,900 |
| St. Elizabeth | 587 | $100,313 | 2.3% | $284,100 |
| Aurora Springs | 230 | N/A | 40.0% | $146,400 |
| Olean | 168 | N/A | 5.9% | N/A |
| Tuscumbia | 142 | $41,250 | 9.2% | $134,400 |
| Brumley | 72 | $33,438 | 63.9% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Bagnell
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deerfield | 43 | N/A | $113,900 | 5.3% | 18.6% |
| Irwin | 43 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Knob Lick | 41 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Baring | 40 | N/A | N/A | 30.0% | 7.5% |
| Halltown | 40 | N/A | N/A | 9.7% | 45.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 44, Bagnell'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
Bagnell is a small community located in Missouri, within Miller County. The total population is 44. It ranks as the 990th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bagnell is 45.4 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bagnell is $15,000. This is 79% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 81% lower than the national median of $80,734. 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 unemployment rate is 13.3%. This is 232% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. 17.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 74% lower than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Bagnell 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 81.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bagnell, 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 Bagnell, Missouri?
Bagnell, Missouri has a population of 44 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bagnell, MO?
The median household income in Bagnell is $15,000, which is 81% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bagnell, MO?
The poverty rate in Bagnell is 54.5%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bagnell, Missouri?
Bagnell's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bagnell, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Bagnell — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Bagnell, Missouri?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Bagnell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.