Fidelity, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fidelity, Missouri had a total population of 353, the 604th largest town in Missouri, with a median household income of $83,750, which is 18% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 3.4% 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 2.0x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.6%.
Fidelity Quick Facts
How Fidelity 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 | 348 | 353 | +1.4% |
| Median household income | $51,458 | $83,750 | +62.8% |
| Median home value | $120,800 | $166,300 | +37.7% |
How Fidelity 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+)
Fidelity Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Jasper County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joplin | 52,593 | $52,097 | 16.9% | $168,300 |
| Carthage | 15,574 | $51,328 | 27.2% | $146,800 |
| Webb City | 13,221 | $65,469 | 20.5% | $169,100 |
| Carl Junction | 8,339 | $82,879 | 8.4% | $218,300 |
| Oronogo | 2,804 | $91,563 | 5.0% | $188,500 |
| Duquesne | 2,257 | $54,135 | 14.2% | $184,200 |
| Carterville | 2,074 | $58,849 | 18.3% | $97,600 |
| Duenweg | 1,918 | $63,375 | 20.9% | $128,900 |
| Sarcoxie | 1,574 | $41,705 | 25.4% | $94,100 |
| Airport Drive | 941 | $69,063 | 10.8% | $251,100 |
Cities Similar to Fidelity
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northmoor | 371 | $82,500 | $183,900 | 21.7% | 15.1% |
| Carytown | 365 | $78,500 | $291,000 | 27.3% | 16.4% |
| Cross Timbers | 379 | N/A | $176,800 | 6.1% | 20.1% |
| Purcell | 324 | N/A | $87,700 | 13.7% | 31.5% |
| Bent Tree Harbor | 391 | N/A | $102,800 | 0.0% | 29.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 353, Fidelity'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
Fidelity is a small community located in Missouri, within Jasper County. The total population is 353. It ranks as the 604th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fidelity is 45.1 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fidelity is $83,750. This is 18% higher than the state median of $70,702. It is also 4% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.2%. This is 27% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 0.6%. This is 84% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $166,300. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Fidelity is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Fidelity has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 5.2%.
Education
3.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 90% 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 92.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fidelity, 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 Fidelity, Missouri?
Fidelity, Missouri has a population of 353 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fidelity, MO?
The median household income in Fidelity is $83,750, which is 4% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fidelity, MO?
The poverty rate in Fidelity is 9.2%. This means approximately 32 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fidelity, Missouri?
Fidelity's population is 89.2% White, 0.0% Black, 1.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fidelity, MO?
The median home value in Fidelity is $166,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Fidelity, Missouri?
3.4% of adults (25+) in Fidelity hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.