Maplewood city, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Maplewood city, Missouri Demographics
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As of 2026, Maplewood city, Missouri has a total population of 8,154, the 105th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $65,510, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.5%.

Key Takeaways

56.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Missouri.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.8%.

Maplewood city Quick Facts

Population 8,154

Median Household Income $65,510

Median Home Value $231,500

Poverty Rate 10.5%

Unemployment Rate 1.8%

Median Age 33.4 years

Homeownership Rate 44.6%

Affordability Ratio 3.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 56.1%

High School Graduation Rate 97.5%

Diversity Index 45/100

Population 8,154 105th of 1,062

Median Income $65,510 top 30%

Poverty Rate 10.5% 16% lower national

Median Home Value $231,500 top 20%

How Maplewood city Compares

Median Household Income

Maplewood city

$65,510

$68,920

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Maplewood city

$231,500

$215,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.8%

$25K-$50K 28.5%

$50K-$100K 33.1%

$100K+ 24.7%

Employment

1.8% Unemployment Rate State: 4.1% | National: 5.2%

81.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 44.6%

Renter 55.4%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.4%

18-34

32.7%

35-54

28.1%

55-74

15.8%

75+

2.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 39 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Maplewood city Rankings in Missouri

#105 Population of 1,062

#284 Median Income of 1,062

#45 Education of 1,062

#126 Home Value of 1,062

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Cities Similar to Maplewood city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Marshfield city	7,599	$67,134	$201,300	19.2%	19.3%
Warrenton city	8,870	$64,400	$193,100	14.8%	15.2%
Oak Grove city	8,477	$73,237	$190,800	15.7%	9.3%
Carl Junction city	8,257	$77,855	$206,400	40.5%	9.9%
Murphy CDP	8,566	$73,373	$177,500	20.5%	11.0%

Population Overview

Maplewood city is a small city located in Missouri. The total population is 8,154. It ranks as the 105th most populous out of 1,062 cities and towns in Missouri.

Age Demographics

The median age in Maplewood city is 33.4 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Maplewood city is $65,510. This is 5% lower than the state median of $68,920. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 17% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.5%. This is 17% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.8%. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $231,500. Housing costs are 7% higher than the state median of $215,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 44.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% lower than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Maplewood city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 9.0%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (4.8% vs 2.1%).

Education

56.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Maplewood city in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 76% higher 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 97.5%. Notably, 25.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Maplewood city, Missouri is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Maplewood city, Missouri?

Maplewood city, Missouri has a population of 8,154 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Maplewood city, MO?

The median household income in Maplewood city is $65,510, which is 17% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Maplewood city, MO?

The poverty rate in Maplewood city is 10.5%. This means approximately 856 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Maplewood city, Missouri?

Maplewood city's population is 71.6% White, 9.0% Black, 3.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Maplewood city, MO?

The median home value in Maplewood city is $231,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Maplewood city, Missouri?

56.1% of adults (25+) in Maplewood city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 25.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.