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Charlack, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026

Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 2.2x is exceptionally low

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Charlack, Missouri had a total population of 1,596, the 305th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $54,792, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.0%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Charlack Quick Facts

Population 1,596
Median Household Income $54,792
Median Home Value $119,000
Poverty Rate 17.0%
Unemployment Rate 7.5%
Median Age 33.4 years
Homeownership Rate 58.3%
Affordability Ratio 2.2x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.9%
High School Graduation Rate 93.9%
Diversity Index 64/100
Population 1,596 305th of 1,062
Median Income $54,792 average
Poverty Rate 17.0% 36% higher than national
Median Home Value $119,000 average

How Charlack Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population1,7751,596-10.1%
Median household income$53,393$54,792+2.6%
Median home value$117,200$119,000+1.5%

How Charlack Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.3%
$25K-$50K 33.3%
$50K-$100K 35.1%
$100K+ 19.2%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
7.1%
$10K-$15K
0.8%
$15K-$20K
0.6%
$20K-$25K
3.8%
$25K-$30K
8.9%
$30K-$35K
4.7%
$35K-$40K
16.7%
$40K-$45K
0.8%
$45K-$50K
2.3%
$50K-$60K
11.2%
$60K-$75K
17.0%
$75K-$100K
7.0%
$100K-$125K
7.4%
$125K-$150K
6.7%
$150K-$200K
2.7%
$200K+
2.4%

Employment

7.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.0%|National: 5.2%
53.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 58.3%
Renter 41.7%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.2x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,096/mo 24.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

64out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 40 | National average: 61

Education

Charlack Rankings in Missouri

#305 Population of 1,062
#482 Median Income of 955
#371 Education of 1,062
#520 Home Value of 941

Other Cities in St. Louis County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Florissant 51,773 $65,318 10.1% $148,800
Chesterfield 49,574 $133,037 3.9% $472,500
Oakville 35,333 $106,362 6.4% $318,600
Wildwood 35,133 $161,060 2.2% $495,800
University City 34,685 $80,694 14.5% $306,700
Ballwin 31,279 $124,626 4.8% $377,100
Mehlville 29,805 $67,071 7.8% $218,400
Kirkwood 29,363 $121,270 5.3% $451,400
Maryland Heights 27,880 $86,436 4.7% $227,000
Hazelwood 25,114 $55,908 15.9% $167,400

Cities Similar to Charlack

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Bourbon1,636$53,533$136,80015.3%20.6%
Huntsville1,672$52,727$111,40011.8%17.9%
Steele1,493$54,600$119,20017.8%24.3%
Shell Knob1,486$54,925$321,70025.0%14.7%
Paris1,587$63,487$131,20019.3%8.0%

Population Overview

Charlack is a small community located in Missouri, within St. Louis County. The total population is 1,596. It ranks as the 305th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.

Age Demographics

The median age in Charlack is 33.4 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Charlack is $54,792. This is 23% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 32% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.0%. This is 35% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 7.5%. This is 86% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $119,000. Housing costs are 48% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Charlack is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 58.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% lower than the state average of 68.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Charlack is White (non-Hispanic), making up 51.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 24.8%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (24.8% vs 10.9%). The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.

Education

19.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% 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 93.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Charlack, 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 Charlack, Missouri?

Charlack, Missouri has a population of 1,596 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Charlack, MO?

The median household income in Charlack is $54,792, which is 32% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Charlack, MO?

The poverty rate in Charlack is 17.0%. This means approximately 271 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Charlack, Missouri?

Charlack's population is 51.1% White, 24.8% Black, 6.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Charlack, MO?

The median home value in Charlack is $119,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.

How educated is Charlack, Missouri?

19.9% of adults (25+) in Charlack hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.