Macon County, Missouri Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Macon County is located in Missouri with a total population of 15,163. It is the 68th most populous county out of 115 in Missouri.

Age Demographics

The median age in Macon County is 42.9 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Macon County is $58,318. This is 15% lower than the state median of $68,920. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 26% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.0%. This is 21% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 15% lower than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $127,000. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $215,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Macon County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Macon County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.2% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.1%. The Black or African American population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 5.1%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.

Education

18.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 31.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.7%.