Holden, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Holden, Missouri had a total population of 1,989, the 270th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $63,056, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
Holden Quick Facts
How Holden 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 | 1,936 | 1,989 | +2.7% |
| Median household income | $68,324 | $63,056 | -7.7% |
| Median home value | $132,400 | $148,200 | +11.9% |
How Holden 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+)
Holden Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Johnson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warrensburg | 19,582 | $57,067 | 16.2% | $222,200 |
| Whiteman AFB | 3,517 | $54,641 | 13.3% | $328,800 |
| Knob Noster | 2,838 | $62,353 | 6.0% | $202,600 |
| Leeton | 660 | $51,917 | 14.0% | $99,600 |
| Kingsville | 360 | $67,171 | 6.7% | $96,500 |
| Centerview | 248 | $60,000 | 19.8% | $61,000 |
| Chilhowee | 232 | $56,458 | 25.4% | N/A |
| La Tour | 132 | N/A | 21.2% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Holden
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duenweg | 1,918 | $63,375 | $128,900 | 13.5% | 20.9% |
| Carterville | 2,074 | $58,849 | $97,600 | 10.7% | 18.3% |
| Hallsville | 1,927 | $71,000 | $214,800 | 29.6% | 11.9% |
| Unionville | 1,824 | $61,406 | $105,400 | 20.5% | 18.3% |
| Vinita Park | 2,042 | $53,995 | $99,300 | 24.5% | 20.8% |
Population Overview
Holden is a small community located in Missouri, within Johnson County. The total population is 1,989. It ranks as the 270th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Holden is 42.9 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Holden is $63,056. This is 11% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.2%. This is 53% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $148,200. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Holden is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 63.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Holden has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.4%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 10.9%.
Education
21.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% 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 87.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Holden, 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 Holden, Missouri?
Holden, Missouri has a population of 1,989 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Holden, MO?
The median household income in Holden is $63,056, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Holden, MO?
The poverty rate in Holden is 19.2%. This means approximately 372 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Holden, Missouri?
Holden's population is 87.1% White, 0.3% Black, 5.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Holden, MO?
The median home value in Holden is $148,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Holden, Missouri?
21.7% of adults (25+) in Holden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.