De Witt, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, De Witt, Missouri had a total population of 55, the 967th largest city in Missouri. The poverty rate is 18.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 4.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
De Witt Quick Facts
How De Witt 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 | 61 | 55 | -9.8% |
| Median home value | $41,700 | $45,000 | +7.9% |
How De Witt Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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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+)
De Witt Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Carroll County
Cities Similar to De Witt
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocahontas | 55 | $106,875 | $142,900 | 10.5% | 3.6% |
| Rothville | 56 | $42,500 | $56,700 | 5.4% | 7.1% |
| Bragg City | 54 | $16,250 | N/A | 0.0% | 71.7% |
| Milford | 54 | N/A | $329,200 | 20.5% | 1.8% |
| Tightwad | 53 | $100,096 | N/A | 17.8% | 9.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 55, De Witt'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
De Witt is a small community located in Missouri, within Carroll County. The total population is 55. It ranks as the 967th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in De Witt is 66.1 years. This is 69% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 16.4% 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 18.2%. This is 45% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in De Witt, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $45,000. Housing costs are 80% lower than the state median of $230,300. 90.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in De Witt 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
4.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 88% 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 74.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for De Witt, 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 De Witt, Missouri?
De Witt, Missouri has a population of 55 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in De Witt, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for De Witt — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in De Witt, MO?
The poverty rate in De Witt is 18.2%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of De Witt, Missouri?
De Witt's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in De Witt, MO?
The median home value in De Witt is $45,000.
How educated is De Witt, Missouri?
4.0% of adults (25+) in De Witt hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.