Horine, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Horine, Missouri had a total population of 781, the 424th largest community in Missouri. The poverty rate is 18.9%.
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%.
Horine Quick Facts
How Horine 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 | 809 | 781 | -3.5% |
| Median home value | $208,400 | $213,400 | +2.4% |
How Horine 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+)
Horine Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Jefferson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arnold | 20,956 | $78,370 | 8.2% | $220,000 |
| Festus | 13,201 | $73,532 | 17.1% | $223,600 |
| Murphy | 8,285 | $72,233 | 10.2% | $184,700 |
| De Soto | 6,470 | $52,500 | 13.1% | $160,700 |
| Pevely | 6,055 | $56,000 | 17.9% | $219,600 |
| Barnhart | 5,785 | $95,811 | 4.9% | $229,200 |
| Imperial | 5,488 | $90,028 | 11.1% | $228,700 |
| Herculaneum | 5,071 | $93,438 | 5.6% | $234,300 |
| Crystal City | 4,718 | $72,598 | 11.4% | $185,800 |
| High Ridge | 3,714 | $70,917 | 7.2% | $172,200 |
Cities Similar to Horine
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iron Mountain Lake | 781 | $30,682 | $38,600 | 3.1% | 24.7% |
| Wood Heights | 784 | $89,688 | $212,800 | 23.4% | 6.4% |
| Doe Run | 775 | $83,065 | $129,900 | 13.6% | 5.7% |
| La Belle | 775 | $36,688 | $79,400 | 6.9% | 42.2% |
| Miller | 769 | $56,371 | $100,400 | 13.5% | 22.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 781, Horine'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
Horine is a small community located in Missouri, within Jefferson County. The total population is 781. It ranks as the 424th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Horine is 41.1 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 18.9%. This is 51% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 6% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $213,400. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $230,300. 96.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Horine has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.6% of all residents.
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 83.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Horine, 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 Horine, Missouri?
Horine, Missouri has a population of 781 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Horine, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Horine — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Horine, MO?
The poverty rate in Horine is 18.9%. This means approximately 148 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Horine, Missouri?
Horine's population is 94.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Horine, MO?
The median home value in Horine is $213,400.
How educated is Horine, Missouri?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Horine hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.