Blythedale, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Blythedale, Missouri had a total population of 341, the 609th largest village in Missouri, with a median household income of $54,750, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.1%.
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 0.4x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.7%.
Blythedale Quick Facts
How Blythedale 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 | 357 | 341 | -4.5% |
| Median household income | $36,818 | $54,750 | +48.7% |
| Median home value | $24,800 | $24,600 | -0.8% |
How Blythedale 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+)
Blythedale Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Harrison County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany | 3,080 | $48,375 | 17.1% | $121,700 |
| Ridgeway | 478 | $39,000 | 34.5% | $83,100 |
| Eagleville | 352 | $41,563 | 23.8% | $81,300 |
| New Hampton | 213 | $24,615 | 30.5% | $63,600 |
| Cainsville | 212 | $41,667 | 15.1% | $62,000 |
| Mount Moriah | 121 | $56,875 | 28.1% | $53,500 |
Cities Similar to Blythedale
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purcell | 324 | N/A | $87,700 | 13.7% | 31.5% |
| Silex | 355 | $56,667 | $112,500 | 11.8% | 27.0% |
| Saginaw | 332 | $58,269 | $173,100 | 30.8% | 7.5% |
| Portage Des Sioux | 340 | $62,188 | $173,000 | 14.6% | 12.7% |
| Easton | 336 | $61,250 | $150,000 | 8.1% | 6.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 341, Blythedale'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
Blythedale is a small community located in Missouri, within Harrison County. The total population is 341. It ranks as the 609th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Blythedale is 36.7 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Blythedale is $54,750. This is 23% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 32% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.1%. This is 28% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 0.7%. This is 82% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $24,600. Housing costs are 89% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.4x, Blythedale is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 69.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Blythedale has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.0% of all residents.
Education
13.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% 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 94.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Blythedale, 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 Blythedale, Missouri?
Blythedale, Missouri has a population of 341 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Blythedale, MO?
The median household income in Blythedale is $54,750, which is 32% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Blythedale, MO?
The poverty rate in Blythedale is 9.1%. This means approximately 31 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Blythedale, Missouri?
Blythedale's population is 98.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Blythedale, MO?
The median home value in Blythedale is $24,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.4x.
How educated is Blythedale, Missouri?
13.6% of adults (25+) in Blythedale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.