Guilford, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Guilford, Missouri had a total population of 77, the 913th largest town in Missouri. The poverty rate is 26.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (26.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 17.1% is notably above the national average.
Guilford Quick Facts
How Guilford 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 | 51 | 77 | +51.0% |
How Guilford 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+)
Guilford Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Nodaway County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maryville | 10,428 | $53,352 | 24.4% | $189,400 |
| Ravenwood | 563 | $60,250 | 8.2% | $69,300 |
| Burlington Junction | 397 | $50,750 | 15.1% | $90,600 |
| Hopkins | 388 | $37,500 | 20.5% | $56,500 |
| Conception Junction | 217 | $47,500 | 21.7% | $86,700 |
| Elmo | 217 | $64,688 | 11.1% | $75,000 |
| Conception | 202 | $50,417 | 15.9% | $114,100 |
| Parnell | 189 | $41,591 | 23.3% | $53,800 |
| Skidmore | 189 | $55,313 | 28.0% | $61,900 |
| Barnard | 186 | $26,033 | 10.8% | $69,400 |
Cities Similar to Guilford
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coffey | 78 | $27,500 | $45,000 | 1.5% | 33.3% |
| Arkoe | 76 | $86,250 | $118,100 | 14.3% | 10.1% |
| Clifton Hill | 76 | $49,688 | N/A | 10.4% | 18.4% |
| Collins | 76 | $45,833 | $56,700 | 10.6% | 23.7% |
| Wilson City | 79 | N/A | $61,200 | 19.4% | 43.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 77, Guilford'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
Guilford is a small community located in Missouri, within Nodaway County. The total population is 77. It ranks as the 913th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Guilford is 37.8 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 26.0%. This is 106% 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 unemployment rate is 17.1%. This is 325% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $26,800. Housing costs are 88% lower than the state median of $230,300. 97.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Guilford has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.5% of all residents.
Education
30.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% 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 98.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Guilford, 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 Guilford, Missouri?
Guilford, Missouri has a population of 77 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Guilford, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Guilford — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Guilford, MO?
The poverty rate in Guilford is 26.0%. This means approximately 20 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Guilford, Missouri?
Guilford's population is 93.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Guilford, MO?
The median home value in Guilford is $26,800.
How educated is Guilford, Missouri?
30.4% of adults (25+) in Guilford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.