Morley, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Morley, Missouri had a total population of 540, the 496th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $47,132, which is 33% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 33% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 5.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x.
Morley Quick Facts
How Morley 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 | 575 | 540 | -6.1% |
| Median household income | $44,583 | $47,132 | +5.7% |
| Median home value | $59,800 | $84,300 | +41.0% |
How Morley 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 40 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Morley 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 |
| Miner | 950 | $52,000 | 14.4% | $131,600 |
| Benton | 826 | $86,023 | 3.7% | $254,300 |
| Kelso | 603 | $56,875 | 12.6% | $215,400 |
| 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 Morley
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grayhawk | 538 | $49,304 | $121,000 | 10.9% | 9.3% |
| Niangua | 537 | $45,179 | $105,400 | 8.3% | 28.0% |
| Delta | 532 | $45,625 | $119,400 | 5.2% | 6.2% |
| Galena | 550 | $48,542 | $127,900 | 13.6% | 24.4% |
| Raymondville | 563 | $48,438 | $119,500 | 12.9% | 18.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 540, Morley'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
Morley is a small community located in Missouri, within Scott County. The total population is 540. It ranks as the 496th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Morley is 45.4 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 11.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Morley is $47,132. This is 33% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 42% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.4%. This is 55% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $84,300. Housing costs are 63% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Morley is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Morley is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 5.7%.
Education
5.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 82% 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 87.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Morley, 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 Morley, Missouri?
Morley, Missouri has a population of 540 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Morley, MO?
The median household income in Morley is $47,132, which is 42% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Morley, MO?
The poverty rate in Morley is 19.4%. This means approximately 105 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Morley, Missouri?
Morley's population is 75.2% White, 5.7% Black, 4.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Morley, MO?
The median home value in Morley is $84,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.
How educated is Morley, Missouri?
5.8% of adults (25+) in Morley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.