Bosworth, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bosworth, Missouri had a total population of 202, the 730th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $46,923, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 3.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.9x.
Bosworth Quick Facts
How Bosworth 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 | 199 | 202 | +1.5% |
| Median household income | $50,250 | $46,923 | -6.6% |
| Median home value | $43,300 | $40,000 | -7.6% |
How Bosworth 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+)
Bosworth Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Carroll County
Cities Similar to Bosworth
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blodgett | 196 | N/A | N/A | 6.7% | 20.4% |
| Taneyville | 206 | $45,625 | $106,300 | 20.3% | 23.3% |
| Conception | 202 | $50,417 | $114,100 | 28.7% | 15.9% |
| Lake Tekakwitha | 202 | $51,042 | $109,600 | 12.9% | 3.5% |
| Malta Bend | 211 | $46,875 | $91,000 | 9.3% | 8.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 202, Bosworth'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
Bosworth is a small community located in Missouri, within Carroll County. The total population is 202. It ranks as the 730th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bosworth is 37.9 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bosworth is $46,923. This is 34% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 42% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.9%. This is 53% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Bosworth, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $40,000. Housing costs are 83% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.9x, Bosworth is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bosworth has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.6% of all residents.
Education
3.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 88% 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 85.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bosworth, 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 Bosworth, Missouri?
Bosworth, Missouri has a population of 202 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bosworth, MO?
The median household income in Bosworth is $46,923, which is 42% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bosworth, MO?
The poverty rate in Bosworth is 5.9%. This means approximately 12 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bosworth, Missouri?
Bosworth's population is 93.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bosworth, MO?
The median home value in Bosworth is $40,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.9x.
How educated is Bosworth, Missouri?
3.9% of adults (25+) in Bosworth hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.