Iantha, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Iantha, Missouri had a total population of 124, the 829th largest community in Missouri. The poverty rate is 15.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 45.5% is notably above the national average.
Iantha Quick Facts
How Iantha 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 | 64 | 124 | +93.8% |
How Iantha 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+)
Iantha Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Barton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamar | 4,284 | $36,705 | 32.6% | $117,200 |
| Liberal | 747 | $65,250 | 14.1% | $77,000 |
| Golden City | 708 | $44,167 | 18.9% | $79,300 |
| Mindenmines | 312 | $22,292 | 39.1% | $46,900 |
| Lamar Heights | 111 | N/A | 26.1% | $260,700 |
| Milford | 54 | N/A | 1.8% | $329,200 |
| Irwin | 43 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Burgess | 24 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Iantha
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson | 124 | N/A | $25,400 | 6.1% | 43.1% |
| Bethel | 126 | $65,938 | $63,800 | 17.0% | 10.3% |
| Shawneetown | 122 | N/A | N/A | 66.1% | 0.0% |
| Allenville | 127 | $51,071 | $82,500 | 16.9% | 25.6% |
| Vandiver | 127 | $56,719 | $115,600 | 23.7% | 1.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 124, Iantha'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
Iantha is a small community located in Missouri, within Barton County. The total population is 124. It ranks as the 829th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Iantha is 22.9 years. This is 41% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 42.7% of the population under 18, Iantha has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 15.3%. This is 22% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 45.5%. This is 1031% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. 63.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Iantha 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
13.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 88.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Iantha, 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 Iantha, Missouri?
Iantha, Missouri has a population of 124 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Iantha, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Iantha — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Iantha, MO?
The poverty rate in Iantha is 15.3%. This means approximately 19 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Iantha, Missouri?
Iantha's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Iantha, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Iantha — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Iantha, Missouri?
13.1% of adults (25+) in Iantha hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.