East Lynne, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, East Lynne, Missouri had a total population of 155, the 790th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $56,875, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
East Lynne Quick Facts
How East Lynne 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 | 174 | 155 | -10.9% |
| Median household income | $47,250 | $56,875 | +20.4% |
| Median home value | $158,000 | $176,000 | +11.4% |
How East Lynne 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+)
East Lynne Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Cass County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belton | 25,008 | $69,226 | 9.7% | $203,200 |
| Raymore | 24,526 | $104,447 | 5.0% | $339,100 |
| Harrisonville | 9,970 | $62,473 | 7.2% | $209,200 |
| Peculiar | 5,958 | $94,519 | 4.9% | $283,900 |
| Lake Winnebago | 1,773 | $178,565 | 1.0% | $724,600 |
| Garden City | 1,742 | $65,260 | 5.0% | $176,200 |
| Archie | 1,322 | $68,750 | 5.1% | $192,600 |
| Cleveland | 968 | $86,493 | 5.0% | $296,800 |
| Loch Lloyd | 950 | $183,958 | 2.5% | $1,055,700 |
| Drexel | 924 | $54,519 | 5.1% | $155,100 |
Cities Similar to East Lynne
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaks | 156 | N/A | $338,900 | 44.9% | 1.3% |
| Ludlow | 153 | $57,500 | $90,000 | 5.0% | 21.6% |
| Waco | 154 | $59,250 | $116,500 | 6.2% | 25.3% |
| Eugene | 158 | $58,846 | N/A | 15.7% | 17.7% |
| Burfordville | 147 | N/A | N/A | 17.1% | 8.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 155, East Lynne'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
East Lynne is a small community located in Missouri, within Cass County. The total population is 155. It ranks as the 790th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in East Lynne is 43.3 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 14.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in East Lynne is $56,875. This is 20% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in East Lynne. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in East Lynne, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $176,000. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $230,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 82.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
East Lynne has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.3% of all residents.
Education
10.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% 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 99.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for East Lynne, 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 East Lynne, Missouri?
East Lynne, Missouri has a population of 155 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in East Lynne, MO?
The median household income in East Lynne is $56,875, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in East Lynne, MO?
The ACS sample for East Lynne recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of East Lynne, Missouri?
East Lynne's population is 90.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in East Lynne, MO?
The median home value in East Lynne is $176,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is East Lynne, Missouri?
10.1% of adults (25+) in East Lynne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.