Connelsville, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Connelsville, Missouri had a total population of 70, the 931st largest community in Missouri. The poverty rate is 51.4%.
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 (51.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Connelsville Quick Facts
How Connelsville 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 | 88 | 70 | -20.5% |
| Median home value | $119,200 | $129,700 | +8.8% |
How Connelsville 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+)
Connelsville Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Adair County
Cities Similar to Connelsville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avilla | 70 | N/A | $85,000 | 0.0% | 7.1% |
| Miami | 71 | $46,250 | $156,900 | 10.6% | 8.5% |
| Rush Hill | 71 | $66,250 | $39,300 | 4.1% | 11.3% |
| Purdin | 69 | $31,250 | $43,800 | 0.0% | 23.2% |
| Amity | 72 | $85,357 | $9,999 | 4.2% | 8.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 70, Connelsville'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
Connelsville is a small community located in Missouri, within Adair County. The total population is 70. It ranks as the 931st most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Connelsville is 62.6 years. This is 61% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 12.9% 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 51.4%. This is 309% 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 Connelsville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $129,700. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $230,300. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 47% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Connelsville was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 74.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Connelsville, 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 Connelsville, Missouri?
Connelsville, Missouri has a population of 70 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Connelsville, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Connelsville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Connelsville, MO?
The poverty rate in Connelsville is 51.4%. This means approximately 36 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Connelsville, Missouri?
Connelsville's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Connelsville, MO?
The median home value in Connelsville is $129,700.
How educated is Connelsville, Missouri?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Connelsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.