Brandsville, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Brandsville, Missouri had a total population of 139, the 808th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $68,971, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 3.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Brandsville Quick Facts
How Brandsville 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 | 181 | 139 | -23.2% |
How Brandsville 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+)
Brandsville Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Howell County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Plains | 12,441 | $44,002 | 28.1% | $169,900 |
| Mountain View | 2,658 | $38,942 | 29.4% | $123,500 |
| Willow Springs | 2,279 | $41,406 | 20.5% | $135,400 |
| Pomona | 178 | $32,604 | 23.6% | $72,800 |
| South Fork | 67 | $65,417 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Brandsville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wortham | 141 | N/A | N/A | 20.2% | 48.2% |
| Humphreys | 137 | $68,125 | $19,700 | 0.0% | 28.5% |
| St. Francisville | 142 | N/A | $64,200 | 16.0% | 47.9% |
| Foley | 140 | $66,250 | $68,300 | 6.3% | 33.6% |
| Strasburg | 135 | N/A | $165,600 | 13.6% | 21.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 139, Brandsville'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
Brandsville is a small community located in Missouri, within Howell County. The total population is 139. It ranks as the 808th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Brandsville is 23.5 years. This is 40% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 38.9% of the population under 18, Brandsville has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 23.7% 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 Brandsville is $68,971. This is 2% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 15% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.9%. This is 37% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Brandsville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 84.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Brandsville was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
3.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 89% 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 60.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Brandsville, 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 Brandsville, Missouri?
Brandsville, Missouri has a population of 139 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Brandsville, MO?
The median household income in Brandsville is $68,971, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Brandsville, MO?
The poverty rate in Brandsville is 7.9%. This means approximately 11 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Brandsville, Missouri?
Brandsville's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Brandsville, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Brandsville — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Brandsville, Missouri?
3.5% of adults (25+) in Brandsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.