La Tour, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, La Tour, Missouri had a total population of 132, the 819th largest community in Missouri. The poverty rate is 21.2%.
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%.
La Tour Quick Facts
How La Tour 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 | 181 | 132 | -27.1% |
How La Tour 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 40 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
La Tour Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Johnson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warrensburg | 19,582 | $57,067 | 16.2% | $222,200 |
| Whiteman AFB | 3,517 | $54,641 | 13.3% | $328,800 |
| Knob Noster | 2,838 | $62,353 | 6.0% | $202,600 |
| Holden | 1,989 | $63,056 | 19.2% | $148,200 |
| Leeton | 660 | $51,917 | 14.0% | $99,600 |
| Kingsville | 360 | $67,171 | 6.7% | $96,500 |
| Centerview | 248 | $60,000 | 19.8% | $61,000 |
| Chilhowee | 232 | $56,458 | 25.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to La Tour
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stark City | 133 | $56,750 | $102,100 | 9.9% | 27.1% |
| Cosby | 130 | $57,917 | $106,300 | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Hunnewell | 130 | $49,375 | $53,800 | 5.7% | 15.4% |
| Rosendale | 130 | $79,375 | $31,900 | 24.4% | 8.5% |
| Bennett Springs | 135 | $76,650 | N/A | 20.7% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 132, La Tour'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
La Tour is a small community located in Missouri, within Johnson County. The total population is 132. It ranks as the 819th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in La Tour is 30.8 years. This is 21% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 36.4% of the population under 18, La Tour has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 21.2%. This is 69% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in La Tour, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. Every occupied housing unit the survey reached in La Tour was renter-occupied. At this sample size that indicates no owner-occupied homes were captured rather than that none exist.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in La Tour is White (non-Hispanic), making up 57.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 36.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (36.4% vs 5.2%).
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 57.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for La Tour, 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 La Tour, Missouri?
La Tour, Missouri has a population of 132 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in La Tour, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for La Tour — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in La Tour, MO?
The poverty rate in La Tour is 21.2%. This means approximately 28 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of La Tour, Missouri?
La Tour's population is 57.6% White, 0.0% Black, 36.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in La Tour, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for La Tour — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is La Tour, Missouri?
0.0% of adults (25+) in La Tour hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.