Fortescue, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fortescue, Missouri had a total population of 8, the 1050th largest town in Missouri. The poverty rate is 25.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Fortescue Quick Facts
How Fortescue 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 | 7 | 8 | +14.3% |
How Fortescue 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+)
Fortescue Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Holt County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mound City | 1,066 | $62,468 | 7.4% | $146,300 |
| Oregon | 882 | $67,625 | 4.4% | $122,400 |
| Maitland | 385 | $47,500 | 23.9% | $92,900 |
| Forest City | 193 | $46,875 | 17.6% | $46,700 |
| Craig | 113 | $37,292 | 20.5% | $44,400 |
| Big Lake | 82 | $45,000 | 8.5% | $217,500 |
Cities Similar to Fortescue
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomasville | 8 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Biehle | 9 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Osgood | 9 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Climax Springs | 7 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 14.3% |
| Gerster | 7 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 14.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 8, Fortescue'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
Fortescue is a small community located in Missouri, within Holt County. The total population is 8. It ranks as the 1050th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fortescue is 51.5 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 25.0%. This is 99% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Fortescue, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 47% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Fortescue was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 50.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fortescue, 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 Fortescue, Missouri?
Fortescue, Missouri has a population of 8 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fortescue, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Fortescue — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fortescue, MO?
The poverty rate in Fortescue is 25.0%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fortescue, Missouri?
Fortescue's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fortescue, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Fortescue — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Fortescue, Missouri?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Fortescue hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.