Blodgett, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Blodgett, Missouri had a total population of 196, the 740th largest city in Missouri. The poverty rate is 20.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 6.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Blodgett Quick Facts
How Blodgett 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 | 182 | 196 | +7.7% |
How Blodgett 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 40 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Blodgett Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Scott County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sikeston | 16,320 | $58,915 | 14.2% | $168,800 |
| Chaffee | 3,026 | $43,542 | 9.2% | $117,400 |
| Oran | 1,033 | $65,200 | 15.8% | $135,000 |
| Miner | 950 | $52,000 | 14.4% | $131,600 |
| Benton | 826 | $86,023 | 3.7% | $254,300 |
| Kelso | 603 | $56,875 | 12.6% | $215,400 |
| Morley | 540 | $47,132 | 19.4% | $84,300 |
| New Hamburg | 247 | $98,750 | 0.0% | $198,800 |
| Vanduser | 198 | $42,500 | 27.4% | $64,100 |
| Haywood City | 180 | $37,857 | 56.7% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Blodgett
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolckow | 197 | $48,750 | $86,100 | 15.3% | 19.3% |
| Wyaconda | 195 | $50,667 | $65,400 | 4.1% | 39.5% |
| Koshkonong | 198 | $28,182 | $62,900 | 5.8% | 35.0% |
| Vanduser | 198 | $42,500 | $64,100 | 0.0% | 27.4% |
| Mendon | 194 | $75,313 | $175,000 | 30.2% | 6.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 196, Blodgett'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
Blodgett is a small community located in Missouri, within Scott County. The total population is 196. It ranks as the 740th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Blodgett is 47.5 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 20.4%. This is 62% 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 4.6%. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. 37.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% lower than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Blodgett is White (non-Hispanic), making up 64.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.6%. The Black or African American population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 10.9%.
Education
6.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 79% 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 80.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Blodgett, 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 Blodgett, Missouri?
Blodgett, Missouri has a population of 196 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Blodgett, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Blodgett — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Blodgett, MO?
The poverty rate in Blodgett is 20.4%. This means approximately 40 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Blodgett, Missouri?
Blodgett's population is 64.3% White, 2.5% Black, 4.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Blodgett, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Blodgett — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Blodgett, Missouri?
6.7% of adults (25+) in Blodgett hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.