Fisk, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fisk, Missouri had a total population of 502, the 515th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $58,125, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 5.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Fisk Quick Facts
How Fisk 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 | 540 | 502 | -7.0% |
| Median household income | $48,036 | $58,125 | +21.0% |
How Fisk 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+)
Fisk Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Butler County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poplar Bluff | 16,254 | $41,941 | 20.8% | $119,800 |
| Qulin | 570 | $23,365 | 40.4% | N/A |
| Fairdealing | 415 | $49,293 | 20.5% | $176,400 |
| Neelyville | 358 | $35,865 | 53.2% | $35,000 |
| Broseley | 65 | $48,173 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Fisk
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bell City | 496 | N/A | $47,500 | 10.4% | 36.7% |
| Kidder | 501 | $62,500 | $82,900 | 5.9% | 22.7% |
| Green Ridge | 496 | $62,974 | $118,500 | 21.8% | 18.8% |
| Washburn | 498 | $66,250 | $122,500 | 8.1% | 18.1% |
| Walnut Grove | 528 | $55,500 | $139,000 | 9.5% | 9.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 502, Fisk'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
Fisk is a small community located in Missouri, within Butler County. The total population is 502. It ranks as the 515th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fisk is 53.4 years. This is 37% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 11.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 16.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fisk is $58,125. This is 18% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.3%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.4%. This is 10% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. 79.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Fisk has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.8% of all residents.
Education
5.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 85% 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 Fisk, 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 Fisk, Missouri?
Fisk, Missouri has a population of 502 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fisk, MO?
The median household income in Fisk is $58,125, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fisk, MO?
The poverty rate in Fisk is 12.3%. This means approximately 62 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fisk, Missouri?
Fisk's population is 97.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fisk, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Fisk — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Fisk, Missouri?
5.0% of adults (25+) in Fisk hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.