Martinsburg town, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Martinsburg town, Missouri Demographics
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As of 2026, Martinsburg town, Missouri has a total population of 582, the 485th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $31,735, which is 54% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 54% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 7.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.8%.

Martinsburg town Quick Facts

Population 582

Median Household Income $31,735

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 16.3%

Unemployment Rate 0.8%

Median Age 39.6 years

Homeownership Rate 85.5%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 7.8%

High School Graduation Rate 96.9%

Diversity Index 6/100

Population 582 485th of 1,062

Median Income $31,735 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 16.3% 31% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How Martinsburg town Compares

Median Household Income

Martinsburg town

$31,735

$68,920

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$215,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 9.3%

$25K-$50K 65.4%

$50K-$100K 14.9%

$100K+ 10.3%

Employment

0.8% Unemployment Rate State: 4.1% | National: 5.2%

64.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 85.5%

Renter 14.5%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

29.7%

18-34

8.1%

35-54

30.8%

55-74

27.5%

75+

4.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 39 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Martinsburg town Rankings in Missouri

#485 Population of 1,062

#902 Median Income of 1,062

#781 Education of 1,062

N/A Home Value of 1,062

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Cities Similar to Martinsburg town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Bull Creek village	577	$32,500	$225,000	1.8%	22.5%
Weaubleau city	603	$31,103	$76,700	17.3%	32.7%
Bell City city	554	$31,058	$50,000	12.1%	30.7%
Irondale city	534	$31,750	$100,000	4.6%	34.8%
Asbury city	531	N/A	$79,400	24.3%	4.7%

Population Overview

Martinsburg town is a small community located in Missouri. The total population is 582. It ranks as the 485th most populous out of 1,062 cities and towns in Missouri.

Age Demographics

The median age in Martinsburg town is 39.6 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 38.9 years. With 29.7% of the population under 18, Martinsburg town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Martinsburg town is $31,735. This is 54% lower than the state median of $68,920. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 60% lower. The poverty rate stands at 16.3%. This is 29% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 0.8%. This is 82% lower than the state rate of 4.1%. 85.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Martinsburg town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.0%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 5.1%.

Education

7.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% 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 96.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Martinsburg town, 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 Martinsburg town, Missouri?

Martinsburg town, Missouri has a population of 582 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Martinsburg town, MO?

The median household income in Martinsburg town is $31,735, which is 60% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Martinsburg town, MO?

The poverty rate in Martinsburg town is 16.3%. This means approximately 95 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Martinsburg town, Missouri?

Martinsburg town's population is 96.9% White, 1.0% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Martinsburg town, MO?

The median home value in Martinsburg town is N/A.

How educated is Martinsburg town, Missouri?

7.8% of adults (25+) in Martinsburg town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.