Cedar County, Missouri Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Cedar County is located in Missouri with a total population of 14,440. It is the 71st most populous county out of 115 in Missouri.

Age Demographics

The median age in Cedar County is 44.5 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 38.9 years. 10.6% 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 Cedar County is $45,577. This is 34% lower than the state median of $68,920. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 42% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.0%. This is 35% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $162,500. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $215,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 73.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Cedar County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.1%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 5.1%.

Education

17.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% 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 88.1%.