Monroe County, Missouri Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Monroe County is located in Missouri with a total population of 8,672. It is the 93rd most populous county out of 115 in Missouri.

Age Demographics

The median age in Monroe County is 45.8 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 38.9 years. 10.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Monroe County is $48,299. This is 30% lower than the state median of $68,920. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 39% lower. The poverty rate stands at 16.0%. This is 27% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 62% lower than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $147,400. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $215,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 75.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Monroe County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 4.0%. The Black or African American population (4.0%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 5.1%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.

Education

17.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% 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 89.9%.