Berger, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Berger, Missouri had a total population of 169, the 775th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $55,938, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.1%.
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 1.7x.
Berger Quick Facts
How Berger 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 | 188 | 169 | -10.1% |
| Median household income | $55,208 | $55,938 | +1.3% |
| Median home value | $86,800 | $96,300 | +10.9% |
How Berger 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+)
Berger Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Franklin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 15,130 | $79,173 | 7.9% | $231,800 |
| Union | 12,781 | $73,435 | 8.2% | $205,200 |
| Sullivan | 6,310 | $63,370 | 11.5% | $163,200 |
| St. Clair | 4,789 | $41,820 | 15.0% | $157,700 |
| New Haven | 3,302 | $71,306 | 10.1% | $192,400 |
| Gray Summit | 2,991 | $65,667 | 4.2% | $170,500 |
| Villa Ridge | 2,835 | $73,826 | 15.9% | $166,600 |
| Gerald | 1,368 | $61,458 | 14.5% | $150,800 |
| Lake St. Clair | 872 | $81,397 | 0.0% | $227,800 |
| Parkway | 624 | $44,479 | 15.5% | $192,900 |
Cities Similar to Berger
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olean | 168 | N/A | N/A | 2.8% | 5.9% |
| Phillipsburg | 164 | N/A | $112,500 | 2.9% | 7.5% |
| Linneus | 167 | $53,750 | $55,800 | 3.1% | 19.8% |
| Stanton | 175 | N/A | $173,800 | 36.4% | 0.0% |
| Grand Falls Plaza | 168 | $59,583 | $250,000 | 46.8% | 1.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 169, Berger'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
Berger is a small community located in Missouri, within Franklin County. The total population is 169. It ranks as the 775th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Berger is 43.4 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Berger is $55,938. This is 21% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.1%. This is 52% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 23% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $96,300. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Berger is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Berger is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 1.8%. The Black or African American population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 10.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 5.2%.
Education
16.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 91.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Berger, 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 Berger, Missouri?
Berger, Missouri has a population of 169 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Berger, MO?
The median household income in Berger is $55,938, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Berger, MO?
The poverty rate in Berger is 19.1%. This means approximately 31 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Berger, Missouri?
Berger's population is 84.6% White, 1.8% Black, 1.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Berger, MO?
The median home value in Berger is $96,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Berger, Missouri?
16.5% of adults (25+) in Berger hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.