Dalton, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dalton, Missouri had a total population of 17, the 1040th largest town in Missouri. The poverty rate is 52.9%.
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 (52.9%), 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%.
Dalton Quick Facts
How Dalton 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 | 33 | 17 | -48.5% |
How Dalton Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Dalton Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Chariton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salisbury | 1,540 | $65,329 | 17.0% | $102,400 |
| Brunswick | 859 | $39,531 | 21.4% | $76,100 |
| Keytesville | 435 | $40,682 | 12.6% | $86,300 |
| Mendon | 194 | $75,313 | 6.7% | $175,000 |
| Prairie Hill | 120 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Sumner | 68 | $45,000 | 2.9% | N/A |
| Rothville | 56 | $42,500 | 7.1% | $56,700 |
| Triplett | 38 | $76,250 | 7.9% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Dalton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cliff Village | 17 | N/A | $200,000 | 8.3% | 5.9% |
| Elmira | 17 | $31,250 | $162,500 | 9.1% | 17.6% |
| Tarrants | 18 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Winigan | 18 | $106,563 | $237,500 | 44.4% | 0.0% |
| South Lineville | 16 | $66,042 | N/A | 0.0% | 31.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 17, Dalton'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
Dalton is a small community located in Missouri, within Chariton County. The total population is 17. It ranks as the 1040th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dalton is 75.8 years. This is 94% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 58.8% 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 52.9%. This is 321% 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. 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 Dalton was recorded as Black or African American. 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 52.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dalton, 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 Dalton, Missouri?
Dalton, Missouri has a population of 17 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dalton, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Dalton — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dalton, MO?
The poverty rate in Dalton is 52.9%. This means approximately 9 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dalton, Missouri?
Dalton's population is 0.0% White, 100.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dalton, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Dalton — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Dalton, Missouri?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Dalton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.