Mound City, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mound City, Missouri had a total population of 1,066, the 366th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $62,468, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.8%.
Mound City Quick Facts
How Mound City 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 | 1,103 | 1,066 | -3.4% |
| Median household income | $60,735 | $62,468 | +2.9% |
| Median home value | $124,700 | $146,300 | +17.3% |
How Mound City 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+)
Mound City Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Holt County
Cities Similar to Mound City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kissee Mills | 1,081 | $67,460 | $163,300 | 17.0% | 7.2% |
| Oran | 1,033 | $65,200 | $135,000 | 18.1% | 15.8% |
| New London | 1,130 | $63,021 | $134,100 | 11.0% | 20.1% |
| La Grange | 1,033 | $58,456 | $92,000 | 10.2% | 14.6% |
| Crocker | 1,024 | $58,207 | $101,600 | 10.3% | 21.9% |
Population Overview
Mound City is a small community located in Missouri, within Holt County. The total population is 1,066. It ranks as the 366th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mound City is 51.5 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 15.3% 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 Mound City is $62,468. This is 12% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.4%. This is 41% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 0.8%. This is 80% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $146,300. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Mound City is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mound City has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.5%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 10.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 5.2%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.
Education
23.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% 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 95.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mound City, 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 Mound City, Missouri?
Mound City, Missouri has a population of 1,066 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mound City, MO?
The median household income in Mound City is $62,468, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mound City, MO?
The poverty rate in Mound City is 7.4%. This means approximately 75 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mound City, Missouri?
Mound City's population is 92.4% White, 0.3% Black, 1.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mound City, MO?
The median home value in Mound City is $146,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Mound City, Missouri?
23.8% of adults (25+) in Mound City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.