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Kimberling City, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026

Oldest CityAmong the oldest communities in Missouri with a median age of 62.4 years

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kimberling City, Missouri had a total population of 2,476, the 238th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $49,692, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.5%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Kimberling City Quick Facts

Population 2,476
Median Household Income $49,692
Median Home Value $246,500
Poverty Rate 19.5%
Unemployment Rate 7.0%
Median Age 62.4 years
Homeownership Rate 79.7%
Affordability Ratio 5.0x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 28.0%
High School Graduation Rate 93.1%
Diversity Index 9/100
Population 2,476 238th of 1,062
Median Income $49,692 below average
Poverty Rate 19.5% 57% higher than national
Median Home Value $246,500 top 20%

How Kimberling City Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population2,5592,476-3.2%
Median household income$48,274$49,692+2.9%
Median home value$237,700$246,500+3.7%

How Kimberling City Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 29.4%
$25K-$50K 21.3%
$50K-$100K 29.0%
$100K+ 20.3%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
15.9%
$10K-$15K
3.7%
$15K-$20K
3.4%
$20K-$25K
6.3%
$25K-$30K
3.7%
$30K-$35K
2.2%
$35K-$40K
4.5%
$40K-$45K
3.6%
$45K-$50K
7.3%
$50K-$60K
9.2%
$60K-$75K
9.9%
$75K-$100K
9.9%
$100K-$125K
4.8%
$125K-$150K
5.4%
$150K-$200K
7.3%
$200K+
2.8%

Employment

7.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.0%|National: 5.2%
40.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 79.7%
Renter 20.3%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.0x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $864/mo 20.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

9out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 40 | National average: 61

Education

Kimberling City Rankings in Missouri

#238 Population of 1,062
#591 Median Income of 955
#220 Education of 1,062
#132 Home Value of 941

Other Cities in Stone County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Crane 1,760 $37,132 34.2% $120,800
Reeds Spring 1,112 $56,364 14.1% $185,400
Galena 550 $48,542 24.4% $127,900
Branson West 536 $52,656 23.1% $203,100
Blue Eye 446 $32,917 8.5% $147,900
Indian Point 387 $58,438 12.9% $317,400
McCord Bend 138 $36,250 18.4% $86,000
Hurley 98 N/A 15.3% $92,500
Coney Island 81 $51,875 12.3% $517,900

Cities Similar to Kimberling City

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Tipton2,667$49,257$130,2007.0%20.4%
Riverview2,731$48,482$72,7007.1%24.9%
Granby2,745$48,864$104,70016.9%25.6%
Marionville2,785$49,631$131,40014.3%21.0%
Anderson2,685$53,966$116,20012.0%17.7%

Population Overview

Kimberling City is a small community located in Missouri, within Stone County. The total population is 2,476. It ranks as the 238th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.

Age Demographics

The median age in Kimberling City is 62.4 years. This is 60% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 14.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 13.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Kimberling City is $49,692. This is 30% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 38% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.5%. This is 55% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 7.0%. This is 74% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $246,500. Housing costs are 7% higher than the state median of $230,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x. 79.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 68.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

Kimberling City has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 5.2%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.

Education

28.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 14% 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 93.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Kimberling City, 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 Kimberling City, Missouri?

Kimberling City, Missouri has a population of 2,476 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Kimberling City, MO?

The median household income in Kimberling City is $49,692, which is 38% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Kimberling City, MO?

The poverty rate in Kimberling City is 19.5%. This means approximately 483 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Kimberling City, Missouri?

Kimberling City's population is 95.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Kimberling City, MO?

The median home value in Kimberling City is $246,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x.

How educated is Kimberling City, Missouri?

28.0% of adults (25+) in Kimberling City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.