Cedar Hill, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cedar Hill, Missouri had a total population of 1,261, the 337th largest community in Missouri, with a median household income of $60,625, which is 14% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Cedar Hill Quick Facts
How Cedar Hill 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 | 1,568 | 1,261 | -19.6% |
| Median household income | $66,076 | $60,625 | -8.2% |
| Median home value | $180,300 | $181,700 | +0.8% |
How Cedar Hill 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+)
Cedar Hill Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Jefferson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arnold | 20,956 | $78,370 | 8.2% | $220,000 |
| Festus | 13,201 | $73,532 | 17.1% | $223,600 |
| Murphy | 8,285 | $72,233 | 10.2% | $184,700 |
| De Soto | 6,470 | $52,500 | 13.1% | $160,700 |
| Pevely | 6,055 | $56,000 | 17.9% | $219,600 |
| Barnhart | 5,785 | $95,811 | 4.9% | $229,200 |
| Imperial | 5,488 | $90,028 | 11.1% | $228,700 |
| Herculaneum | 5,071 | $93,438 | 5.6% | $234,300 |
| Crystal City | 4,718 | $72,598 | 11.4% | $185,800 |
| High Ridge | 3,714 | $70,917 | 7.2% | $172,200 |
Cities Similar to Cedar Hill
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanberry | 1,235 | $62,639 | $98,000 | 23.6% | 19.0% |
| Belle | 1,246 | $55,192 | $151,000 | 11.5% | 21.8% |
| Ash Grove | 1,333 | $58,250 | $141,800 | 21.0% | 11.0% |
| Wellsville | 1,165 | $61,429 | $84,400 | 14.8% | 14.4% |
| Princeton | 1,352 | $58,558 | $78,000 | 18.6% | 18.0% |
Population Overview
Cedar Hill is a small community located in Missouri, within Jefferson County. The total population is 1,261. It ranks as the 337th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cedar Hill is 45.4 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Cedar Hill is $60,625. This is 14% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.9%. This is 27% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 7% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $181,700. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $230,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 97.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Cedar Hill has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 5.2%.
Education
10.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% 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 90.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cedar Hill, 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 Cedar Hill, Missouri?
Cedar Hill, Missouri has a population of 1,261 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cedar Hill, MO?
The median household income in Cedar Hill is $60,625, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cedar Hill, MO?
The poverty rate in Cedar Hill is 15.9%. This means approximately 199 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cedar Hill, Missouri?
Cedar Hill's population is 89.6% White, 0.0% Black, 1.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cedar Hill, MO?
The median home value in Cedar Hill is $181,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Cedar Hill, Missouri?
10.4% of adults (25+) in Cedar Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.