Oak Grove, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Oak Grove, Missouri had a total population of 8,538, the 100th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $75,102, which is 6% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Oak Grove Quick Facts
How Oak Grove 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 | 8,477 | 8,538 | +0.7% |
| Median household income | $73,237 | $75,102 | +2.5% |
| Median home value | $190,800 | $215,500 | +12.9% |
How Oak Grove 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+)
Oak Grove Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Jackson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | 510,612 | $69,166 | 14.6% | $242,900 |
| Independence | 121,740 | $60,339 | 15.8% | $172,900 |
| Lee's Summit | 103,656 | $102,531 | 5.7% | $340,900 |
| Blue Springs | 59,965 | $88,920 | 7.0% | $263,100 |
| Raytown | 29,445 | $68,840 | 12.5% | $182,900 |
| Grandview | 26,527 | $53,447 | 17.9% | $188,500 |
| Grain Valley | 16,271 | $89,649 | 9.8% | $283,800 |
| Pleasant Hill | 8,847 | $95,602 | 6.0% | $278,400 |
| Greenwood | 6,013 | $107,250 | 3.2% | $286,100 |
| Sugar Creek | 3,249 | $62,165 | 14.6% | $136,600 |
Cities Similar to Oak Grove
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murphy | 8,285 | $72,233 | $184,700 | 22.4% | 10.2% |
| Carl Junction | 8,339 | $82,879 | $218,300 | 42.6% | 8.4% |
| Cameron | 8,519 | $61,791 | $193,500 | 12.8% | 15.7% |
| Maplewood | 8,156 | $65,125 | $237,000 | 53.2% | 8.7% |
| Marshfield | 7,696 | $67,642 | $204,700 | 19.0% | 18.1% |
Population Overview
Oak Grove is a small city located in Missouri, within Jackson County. The total population is 8,538. It ranks as the 100th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Oak Grove is 32.6 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Oak Grove is $75,102. This is 6% higher than the state median of $70,702. It is also 7% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.6%. This is 31% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 6.5%. This is 63% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $215,500. Housing costs are 6% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Oak Grove is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 60.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Oak Grove has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.7%. The Black or African American population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 10.9%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.
Education
15.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% 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 89.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Oak Grove, 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 Oak Grove, Missouri?
Oak Grove, Missouri has a population of 8,538 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Oak Grove, MO?
The median household income in Oak Grove is $75,102, which is 7% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Oak Grove, MO?
The poverty rate in Oak Grove is 8.6%. This means approximately 725 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Oak Grove, Missouri?
Oak Grove's population is 88.8% White, 3.4% Black, 3.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Oak Grove, MO?
The median home value in Oak Grove is $215,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Oak Grove, Missouri?
15.4% of adults (25+) in Oak Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.