Blue Eye town, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Blue Eye town, Missouri Demographics
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As of 2026, Blue Eye town, Missouri has a total population of 413, the 562nd largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $31,250, which is 55% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.4%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 55% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.5%.

Blue Eye town Quick Facts

Population 413

Median Household Income $31,250

Median Home Value $128,100

Poverty Rate 10.4%

Unemployment Rate 1.5%

Median Age 63.6 years

Homeownership Rate 59.4%

Affordability Ratio 4.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 11.1%

High School Graduation Rate 83.0%

Diversity Index 21/100

Population 413 562nd of 1,062

Median Income $31,250 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 10.4% 16% lower national

Median Home Value $128,100 average

How Blue Eye town Compares

Median Household Income

Blue Eye town

$31,250

$68,920

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Blue Eye town

$128,100

$215,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 27.1%

$25K-$50K 37.4%

$50K-$100K 28.0%

$100K+ 7.5%

Employment

1.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.1% | National: 5.2%

35.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 59.4%

Renter 40.6%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

8.7%

18-34

2.4%

35-54

16.0%

55-74

56.4%

75+

16.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 39 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Blue Eye town Rankings in Missouri

#562 Population of 1,062

#904 Median Income of 1,062

#672 Education of 1,062

#403 Home Value of 1,062

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Cities Similar to Blue Eye town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Deepwater city	401	$31,250	$80,000	7.0%	33.4%
Birch Tree city	395	N/A	$67,600	6.7%	27.9%
Naylor city	388	$31,750	$80,300	5.3%	34.3%
Silex city	383	N/A	$176,100	5.0%	13.8%
Brewer CDP	399	$28,682	N/A	1.7%	45.9%

Population Overview

Blue Eye town is a small community located in Missouri. The total population is 413. It ranks as the 562nd most populous out of 1,062 cities and towns in Missouri.

Age Demographics

The median age in Blue Eye town is 63.6 years. This is 63% higher than the state median of 38.9 years. Only 8.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 16.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Blue Eye town is $31,250. This is 55% lower than the state median of $68,920. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 60% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.4%. This is 18% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 64% lower than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $128,100. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $215,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 59.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Blue Eye town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.7%. The Black or African American population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 5.1%.

Education

11.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 65% lower than the state rate of 31.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 83.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Blue Eye town, Missouri is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Blue Eye town, Missouri?

Blue Eye town, Missouri has a population of 413 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Blue Eye town, MO?

The median household income in Blue Eye town is $31,250, which is 60% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Blue Eye town, MO?

The poverty rate in Blue Eye town is 10.4%. This means approximately 43 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Blue Eye town, Missouri?

Blue Eye town's population is 88.6% White, 1.5% Black, 1.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Blue Eye town, MO?

The median home value in Blue Eye town is $128,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is Blue Eye town, Missouri?

11.1% of adults (25+) in Blue Eye town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.