Miner, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Miner, Missouri had a total population of 950, the 384th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $52,000, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.4%.
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 1.6%.
Miner Quick Facts
How Miner 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 | 930 | 950 | +2.2% |
| Median household income | $52,375 | $52,000 | -0.7% |
| Median home value | $132,800 | $131,600 | -0.9% |
How Miner 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+)
Miner Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Scott County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sikeston | 16,320 | $58,915 | 14.2% | $168,800 |
| Chaffee | 3,026 | $43,542 | 9.2% | $117,400 |
| Oran | 1,033 | $65,200 | 15.8% | $135,000 |
| Benton | 826 | $86,023 | 3.7% | $254,300 |
| Kelso | 603 | $56,875 | 12.6% | $215,400 |
| Morley | 540 | $47,132 | 19.4% | $84,300 |
| New Hamburg | 247 | $98,750 | 0.0% | $198,800 |
| Vanduser | 198 | $42,500 | 27.4% | $64,100 |
| Blodgett | 196 | N/A | 20.4% | N/A |
| Haywood City | 180 | $37,857 | 56.7% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Miner
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurie | 965 | $50,114 | $187,200 | 15.0% | 20.0% |
| Highlandville | 950 | $56,786 | $201,000 | 21.4% | 11.4% |
| Drexel | 924 | $54,519 | $155,100 | 19.9% | 5.1% |
| Seligman | 941 | $47,798 | $93,800 | 4.4% | 25.2% |
| Edmundson | 975 | $49,213 | $92,900 | 17.1% | 28.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 950, Miner'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
Miner is a small community located in Missouri, within Scott County. The total population is 950. It ranks as the 384th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Miner is 42.0 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Miner is $52,000. This is 26% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 36% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.4%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 60% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $131,600. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Miner is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Miner is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 3.5%. The Black or African American population (3.5%) is well below the state average of 10.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 5.2%.
Education
12.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 62% 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 88.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Miner, 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 Miner, Missouri?
Miner, Missouri has a population of 950 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Miner, MO?
The median household income in Miner is $52,000, which is 36% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Miner, MO?
The poverty rate in Miner is 14.4%. This means approximately 132 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Miner, Missouri?
Miner's population is 77.4% White, 3.5% Black, 0.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Miner, MO?
The median home value in Miner is $131,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.
How educated is Miner, Missouri?
12.3% of adults (25+) in Miner hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.