Excelsior Springs, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Excelsior Springs, Missouri had a total population of 10,484, the 84th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $72,609, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Excelsior Springs Quick Facts
How Excelsior Springs 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 | 10,502 | 10,484 | -0.2% |
| Median household income | $74,056 | $72,609 | -2.0% |
| Median home value | $174,000 | $186,800 | +7.4% |
How Excelsior Springs 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+)
Excelsior Springs Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Clay County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 30,689 | $88,542 | 7.0% | $283,300 |
| Gladstone | 27,207 | $79,271 | 11.0% | $231,500 |
| Kearney | 10,885 | $103,622 | 3.6% | $298,400 |
| Smithville | 10,705 | $101,165 | 5.4% | $290,600 |
| North Kansas City | 4,983 | $49,682 | 9.1% | $197,500 |
| Lawson | 2,905 | $65,941 | 12.7% | $186,000 |
| Pleasant Valley | 2,736 | $75,682 | 4.5% | $202,000 |
| Claycomo | 1,820 | $49,343 | 19.8% | $169,600 |
| Glenaire | 587 | $92,813 | 4.4% | $225,400 |
| Holt | 440 | $73,125 | 9.8% | $196,300 |
Cities Similar to Excelsior Springs
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeton | 11,369 | $72,005 | $237,700 | 36.0% | 11.5% |
| Harrisonville | 9,970 | $62,473 | $209,200 | 15.0% | 7.2% |
| Maryville | 10,428 | $53,352 | $189,400 | 35.6% | 24.4% |
| Smithville | 10,705 | $101,165 | $290,600 | 32.4% | 5.4% |
| Kennett | 10,196 | $52,500 | $112,000 | 15.6% | 19.1% |
Population Overview
Excelsior Springs is a small city located in Missouri, within Clay County. The total population is 10,484. It ranks as the 84th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Excelsior Springs is 35.9 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Excelsior Springs is $72,609. This is 3% higher than the state median of $70,702. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.2%. This is 21% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.0%. This is 23% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $186,800. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Excelsior Springs is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 68.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Excelsior Springs is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.9%. The Black or African American population (3.3%) is well below the state average of 10.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (8.9% vs 5.2%). The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.
Education
17.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% 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 87.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Excelsior Springs, 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 Excelsior Springs, Missouri?
Excelsior Springs, Missouri has a population of 10,484 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Excelsior Springs, MO?
The median household income in Excelsior Springs is $72,609, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Excelsior Springs, MO?
The poverty rate in Excelsior Springs is 15.2%. This means approximately 1,560 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Excelsior Springs, Missouri?
Excelsior Springs's population is 81.2% White, 3.3% Black, 8.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Excelsior Springs, MO?
The median home value in Excelsior Springs is $186,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Excelsior Springs, Missouri?
17.6% of adults (25+) in Excelsior Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.