Breckenridge, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Breckenridge, Missouri had a total population of 485, the 525th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $32,199, which is 54% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 54% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 3.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.9%.
Breckenridge Quick Facts
How Breckenridge 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 | 532 | 485 | -8.8% |
| Median household income | $35,000 | $32,199 | -8.0% |
How Breckenridge Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
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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+)
Breckenridge Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Caldwell County
Cities Similar to Breckenridge
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bell City | 496 | N/A | $47,500 | 10.4% | 36.7% |
| Bland | 476 | $34,423 | $92,400 | 3.1% | 23.9% |
| Asbury | 459 | N/A | $117,500 | 21.7% | 4.8% |
| Goose Creek Lake | 481 | $37,986 | $132,900 | 6.1% | 12.8% |
| Blue Eye | 446 | $32,917 | $147,900 | 11.7% | 8.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 485, Breckenridge'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
Breckenridge is a small community located in Missouri, within Caldwell County. The total population is 485. It ranks as the 525th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Breckenridge is 30.1 years. This is 23% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Breckenridge is $32,199. This is 54% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 60% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.7%. This is 73% 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 0.9%. This is 79% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. 54.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% lower than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Breckenridge has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.6%.
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 93.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Breckenridge, 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 Breckenridge, Missouri?
Breckenridge, Missouri has a population of 485 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Breckenridge, MO?
The median household income in Breckenridge is $32,199, which is 60% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Breckenridge, MO?
The poverty rate in Breckenridge is 21.7%. This means approximately 100 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Breckenridge, Missouri?
Breckenridge's population is 91.8% White, 0.0% Black, 5.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Breckenridge, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Breckenridge — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Breckenridge, Missouri?
3.5% of adults (25+) in Breckenridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.