Kidder, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kidder, Missouri had a total population of 501, the 517th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $62,500, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 22.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 5.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
Kidder Quick Facts
How Kidder 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 | 439 | 501 | +14.1% |
| Median household income | $58,125 | $62,500 | +7.5% |
| Median home value | $60,000 | $82,900 | +38.2% |
How Kidder 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+)
Kidder Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Caldwell County
Cities Similar to Kidder
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bell City | 496 | N/A | $47,500 | 10.4% | 36.7% |
| Green Ridge | 496 | $62,974 | $118,500 | 21.8% | 18.8% |
| Washburn | 498 | $66,250 | $122,500 | 8.1% | 18.1% |
| Fisk | 502 | $58,125 | N/A | 5.0% | 12.3% |
| Atlanta | 499 | $68,000 | $98,800 | 9.5% | 7.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 501, Kidder'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
Kidder is a small community located in Missouri, within Caldwell County. The total population is 501. It ranks as the 517th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kidder is 30.8 years. This is 21% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 41.5% of the population under 18, Kidder has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Kidder is $62,500. This is 12% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 22.7%. This is 81% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 8% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $82,900. Housing costs are 64% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Kidder is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Kidder has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.2%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.
Education
5.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 82% 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 84.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kidder, 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 Kidder, Missouri?
Kidder, Missouri has a population of 501 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kidder, MO?
The median household income in Kidder is $62,500, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kidder, MO?
The poverty rate in Kidder is 22.7%. This means approximately 112 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kidder, Missouri?
Kidder's population is 91.6% White, 0.0% Black, 3.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kidder, MO?
The median home value in Kidder is $82,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Kidder, Missouri?
5.9% of adults (25+) in Kidder hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.