Hoberg, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hoberg, Missouri had a total population of 34, the 1009th largest village in Missouri. The poverty rate is 5.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 9.5% is notably above the national average.
Hoberg Quick Facts
How Hoberg 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 | 52 | 34 | -34.6% |
How Hoberg 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+)
Hoberg Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Lawrence County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monett | 9,873 | $49,390 | 15.2% | $167,700 |
| Aurora | 7,397 | $49,848 | 18.1% | $124,400 |
| Mount Vernon | 4,563 | $53,255 | 13.8% | $186,800 |
| Marionville | 2,785 | $49,631 | 21.0% | $131,400 |
| Pierce City | 1,477 | $51,121 | 31.8% | $135,600 |
| Miller | 769 | $56,371 | 22.1% | $100,400 |
| Verona | 477 | $42,417 | 28.9% | $90,000 |
| Freistatt | 249 | $47,917 | 10.4% | $116,000 |
| Stotts City | 178 | $36,563 | 31.5% | $70,500 |
| Halltown | 40 | N/A | 45.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Hoberg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcola | 34 | $96,250 | $92,500 | 0.0% | 11.8% |
| Ashley | 34 | N/A | N/A | 32.0% | 0.0% |
| Wasola | 34 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 67.7% |
| Worth | 34 | $122,917 | N/A | 26.3% | 0.0% |
| Leonard | 35 | $63,036 | $68,800 | 30.0% | 2.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 34, Hoberg'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
Hoberg is a small community located in Missouri, within Lawrence County. The total population is 34. It ranks as the 1009th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hoberg is 42.0 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 11.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 5.9%. This is 53% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 9.5%. This is 137% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $117,500. Housing costs are 49% lower than the state median of $230,300. 86.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Hoberg 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
7.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% lower than the state rate of 32.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hoberg, 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 Hoberg, Missouri?
Hoberg, Missouri has a population of 34 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hoberg, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Hoberg — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hoberg, MO?
The poverty rate in Hoberg is 5.9%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hoberg, Missouri?
Hoberg's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hoberg, MO?
The median home value in Hoberg is $117,500.
How educated is Hoberg, Missouri?
7.7% of adults (25+) in Hoberg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.