Easton, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Easton, Missouri had a total population of 336, the 613th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $61,250, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
Easton Quick Facts
How Easton 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 | 305 | 336 | +10.2% |
| Median household income | $58,967 | $61,250 | +3.9% |
| Median home value | $130,500 | $150,000 | +14.9% |
How Easton 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+)
Easton Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Buchanan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Joseph | 71,236 | $57,956 | 17.7% | $154,200 |
| Gower | 1,799 | $83,750 | 10.9% | $213,200 |
| Agency | 871 | $106,000 | 1.3% | $251,800 |
| De Kalb | 518 | $94,028 | 7.7% | $137,500 |
| Rushville | 260 | $60,938 | 11.5% | $73,800 |
| Faucett | 114 | N/A | 12.3% | $242,300 |
| Lewis and Clark Village | 101 | $93,750 | 22.8% | $160,700 |
Cities Similar to Easton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portage Des Sioux | 340 | $62,188 | $173,000 | 14.6% | 12.7% |
| Purcell | 324 | N/A | $87,700 | 13.7% | 31.5% |
| Saginaw | 332 | $58,269 | $173,100 | 30.8% | 7.5% |
| Greentop | 331 | $67,614 | $115,300 | 21.1% | 5.7% |
| Blythedale | 341 | $54,750 | $24,600 | 13.6% | 9.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 336, Easton'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
Easton is a small community located in Missouri, within Buchanan County. The total population is 336. It ranks as the 613th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Easton is 44.8 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Easton is $61,250. This is 13% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.7%. This is 47% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Easton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $150,000. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Easton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 63.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Easton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 5.2%.
Education
8.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% 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 98.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Easton, 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 Easton, Missouri?
Easton, Missouri has a population of 336 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Easton, MO?
The median household income in Easton is $61,250, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Easton, MO?
The poverty rate in Easton is 6.7%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Easton, Missouri?
Easton's population is 97.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Easton, MO?
The median home value in Easton is $150,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Easton, Missouri?
8.1% of adults (25+) in Easton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.