Huntsville, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Huntsville, Missouri had a total population of 1,672, the 299th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $52,727, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.9%.
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 2.1x.
Huntsville Quick Facts
How Huntsville 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 | 1,806 | 1,672 | -7.4% |
| Median household income | $52,266 | $52,727 | +0.9% |
| Median home value | $101,500 | $111,400 | +9.8% |
How Huntsville 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+)
Huntsville Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Randolph County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moberly | 13,526 | $44,145 | 18.4% | $153,100 |
| Higbee | 507 | $49,531 | 9.1% | $56,200 |
| Cairo | 245 | $63,438 | 14.7% | $134,400 |
| Renick | 119 | $34,583 | 10.9% | $106,300 |
| Jacksonville | 112 | $42,813 | 14.3% | N/A |
| Clifton Hill | 76 | $49,688 | 18.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Huntsville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bourbon | 1,636 | $53,533 | $136,800 | 15.3% | 20.6% |
| Shelbina | 1,653 | $47,500 | $86,200 | 19.8% | 20.6% |
| Charlack | 1,596 | $54,792 | $119,000 | 19.9% | 17.0% |
| Ironton | 1,692 | $46,750 | $120,000 | 28.4% | 14.5% |
| Bernie | 1,725 | $48,438 | $98,100 | 15.1% | 24.1% |
Population Overview
Huntsville is a small community located in Missouri, within Randolph County. The total population is 1,672. It ranks as the 299th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Huntsville is 44.3 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Huntsville is $52,727. This is 25% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 35% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.9%. This is 42% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Huntsville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $111,400. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Huntsville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Huntsville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.9%. The Black or African American population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 10.9%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.
Education
11.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% 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 90.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Huntsville, 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 Huntsville, Missouri?
Huntsville, Missouri has a population of 1,672 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Huntsville, MO?
The median household income in Huntsville is $52,727, which is 35% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Huntsville, MO?
The poverty rate in Huntsville is 17.9%. This means approximately 290 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Huntsville, Missouri?
Huntsville's population is 89.2% White, 2.3% Black, 3.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Huntsville, MO?
The median home value in Huntsville is $111,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Huntsville, Missouri?
11.8% of adults (25+) in Huntsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.