Catron, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Catron, Missouri had a total population of 59, the 961st largest town in Missouri. The poverty rate is 25.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (25.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Catron Quick Facts
How Catron 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 | 52 | 59 | +13.5% |
How Catron 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+)
Catron Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in New Madrid County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portageville | 2,825 | $52,279 | 17.5% | $152,400 |
| New Madrid | 2,662 | $57,727 | 12.3% | $127,500 |
| Lilbourn | 905 | $40,625 | 32.1% | $57,300 |
| Morehouse | 715 | $32,254 | 19.3% | $56,000 |
| Gideon | 662 | $41,538 | 26.7% | $55,500 |
| Parma | 596 | $63,750 | 27.7% | $43,300 |
| Matthews | 561 | $42,695 | 14.4% | $108,400 |
| Marston | 400 | $35,000 | 32.5% | $64,300 |
| Risco | 288 | $48,000 | 25.4% | $62,300 |
| Howardville | 179 | $13,281 | 53.6% | $54,100 |
Cities Similar to Catron
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Line | 59 | $68,750 | $150,000 | 16.3% | 1.7% |
| Montier | 60 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Saverton | 60 | N/A | $218,300 | 45.0% | 0.0% |
| Brownington | 58 | N/A | $76,100 | 4.3% | 19.0% |
| Excello | 58 | $47,656 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 59, Catron'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
Catron is a small community located in Missouri, within New Madrid County. The total population is 59. It ranks as the 961st most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Catron is 61.3 years. This is 57% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 10.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 25.4%. This is 102% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Catron, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 81.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Catron has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.9% 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 10.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 5.2%.
Education
10.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 66% 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 78.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Catron, 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 Catron, Missouri?
Catron, Missouri has a population of 59 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Catron, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Catron — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Catron, MO?
The poverty rate in Catron is 25.4%. This means approximately 15 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Catron, Missouri?
Catron's population is 94.9% White, 3.4% Black, 1.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Catron, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Catron — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Catron, Missouri?
10.9% of adults (25+) in Catron hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.