Lemay, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lemay, Missouri had a total population of 16,228, the 55th largest community in Missouri, with a median household income of $60,399, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.5%.
Lemay Quick Facts
How Lemay 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 | 16,431 | 16,228 | -1.2% |
| Median household income | $59,026 | $60,399 | +2.3% |
| Median home value | $139,100 | $152,200 | +9.4% |
How Lemay 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+)
Lemay Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in St. Louis County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florissant | 51,773 | $65,318 | 10.1% | $148,800 |
| Chesterfield | 49,574 | $133,037 | 3.9% | $472,500 |
| Oakville | 35,333 | $106,362 | 6.4% | $318,600 |
| Wildwood | 35,133 | $161,060 | 2.2% | $495,800 |
| University City | 34,685 | $80,694 | 14.5% | $306,700 |
| Ballwin | 31,279 | $124,626 | 4.8% | $377,100 |
| Mehlville | 29,805 | $67,071 | 7.8% | $218,400 |
| Kirkwood | 29,363 | $121,270 | 5.3% | $451,400 |
| Maryland Heights | 27,880 | $86,436 | 4.7% | $227,000 |
| Hazelwood | 25,114 | $55,908 | 15.9% | $167,400 |
Cities Similar to Lemay
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sikeston | 16,320 | $58,915 | $168,800 | 27.5% | 14.2% |
| Overland | 15,695 | $61,773 | $131,900 | 29.6% | 9.7% |
| Hannibal | 16,771 | $53,721 | $127,700 | 19.6% | 19.5% |
| Fort Leonard Wood | 15,432 | $67,772 | N/A | 25.5% | 7.2% |
| Carthage | 15,574 | $51,328 | $146,800 | 22.1% | 27.2% |
Population Overview
Lemay is a small city located in Missouri, within St. Louis County. The total population is 16,228. It ranks as the 55th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lemay is 36.7 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lemay is $60,399. This is 15% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.7%. This is 17% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $152,200. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Lemay is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lemay is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.7%. The Black or African American population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 10.9%.
Education
20.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 86.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lemay, 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 Lemay, Missouri?
Lemay, Missouri has a population of 16,228 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lemay, MO?
The median household income in Lemay is $60,399, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lemay, MO?
The poverty rate in Lemay is 14.7%. This means approximately 2,340 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lemay, Missouri?
Lemay's population is 83.2% White, 3.4% Black, 4.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lemay, MO?
The median home value in Lemay is $152,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.
How educated is Lemay, Missouri?
20.4% of adults (25+) in Lemay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.