Gentry, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gentry, Missouri had a total population of 58, the 963rd largest village in Missouri, with a median household income of $80,000, which is 13% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.5%.
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%.
Gentry Quick Facts
How Gentry 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 | 71 | 58 | -18.3% |
| Median household income | $78,281 | $80,000 | +2.2% |
How Gentry 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+)
Gentry Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Gentry County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany | 1,909 | $44,926 | 19.4% | $101,300 |
| Stanberry | 1,235 | $62,639 | 19.0% | $98,000 |
| King City | 830 | $51,042 | 20.5% | $121,300 |
| McFall | 111 | N/A | 14.4% | N/A |
| Darlington | 31 | $43,750 | 6.5% | $21,300 |
Cities Similar to Gentry
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brownington | 58 | N/A | $76,100 | 4.3% | 19.0% |
| Catron | 59 | N/A | N/A | 10.9% | 25.4% |
| Montier | 60 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Saverton | 60 | N/A | $218,300 | 45.0% | 0.0% |
| De Witt | 55 | N/A | $45,000 | 4.0% | 18.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 58, Gentry'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
Gentry is a small community located in Missouri, within Gentry County. The total population is 58. It ranks as the 963rd most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gentry is 21.8 years. This is 44% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 10.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Gentry is $80,000. This is 13% higher than the state median of $70,702. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.5%. This is 47% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Gentry, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 95.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Gentry 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 66.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Gentry, 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 Gentry, Missouri?
Gentry, Missouri has a population of 58 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Gentry, MO?
The median household income in Gentry is $80,000, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Gentry, MO?
The poverty rate in Gentry is 18.5%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Gentry, Missouri?
Gentry's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Gentry, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Gentry — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Gentry, Missouri?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Gentry hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.