Fredericktown, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fredericktown, Missouri had a total population of 4,507, the 165th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $49,375, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 30% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Fredericktown Quick Facts
How Fredericktown 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 | 4,464 | 4,507 | +1.0% |
| Median household income | $53,681 | $49,375 | -8.0% |
| Median home value | $120,200 | $136,100 | +13.2% |
How Fredericktown 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+)
Fredericktown Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Madison County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junction City | 372 | $35,682 | 15.2% | N/A |
| Mine La Motte | 370 | $65,750 | 8.1% | N/A |
| Cobalt | 364 | $34,750 | 38.1% | $84,200 |
| Marquand | 187 | $45,268 | 13.9% | $93,000 |
| Cherokee Pass | 121 | N/A | 0.0% | $215,600 |
Cities Similar to Fredericktown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon | 4,563 | $53,255 | $186,800 | 19.7% | 13.8% |
| Hollister | 4,643 | $53,507 | $163,600 | 17.1% | 10.2% |
| Riverside | 4,276 | $52,006 | $411,300 | 37.3% | 17.3% |
| Lexington | 4,606 | $56,905 | $161,300 | 19.1% | 17.0% |
| Eldon | 4,556 | $41,684 | $157,400 | 17.5% | 12.8% |
Population Overview
Fredericktown is a small community located in Missouri, within Madison County. The total population is 4,507. It ranks as the 165th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fredericktown is 38.1 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fredericktown is $49,375. This is 30% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 39% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.9%. This is 34% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.9%. This is 47% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $136,100. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Fredericktown is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 60.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% lower than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Fredericktown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.8%. The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 10.9%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.
Education
21.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% 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 90.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fredericktown, 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 Fredericktown, Missouri?
Fredericktown, Missouri has a population of 4,507 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fredericktown, MO?
The median household income in Fredericktown is $49,375, which is 39% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fredericktown, MO?
The poverty rate in Fredericktown is 16.9%. This means approximately 729 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fredericktown, Missouri?
Fredericktown's population is 94.4% White, 0.7% Black, 2.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fredericktown, MO?
The median home value in Fredericktown is $136,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Fredericktown, Missouri?
21.4% of adults (25+) in Fredericktown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.