Callaway County, Missouri Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Callaway County is located in Missouri with a total population of 44,541. It is the 24th most populous county out of 115 in Missouri.

Age Demographics

The median age in Callaway County is 39.3 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Callaway County is $72,645. This is 5% higher than the state median of $68,920. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 8% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.5%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 35% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $196,200. Housing costs are 9% lower than the state median of $215,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Callaway County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Callaway County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.5% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.4%. The Black or African American population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 5.1%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.

Education

25.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% 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 90.7%.