Oaks, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Oaks, Missouri had a total population of 156, the 789th largest village in Missouri. The poverty rate is 1.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 1.3% — among the lowest in Missouri.
- 44.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Missouri.
- Unemployment rate of 9.3% is notably above the national average.
Oaks Quick Facts
How Oaks 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 | 178 | 156 | -12.4% |
| Median home value | $300,000 | $338,900 | +13.0% |
How Oaks 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+)
Oaks Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Clay County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 30,689 | $88,542 | 7.0% | $283,300 |
| Gladstone | 27,207 | $79,271 | 11.0% | $231,500 |
| Kearney | 10,885 | $103,622 | 3.6% | $298,400 |
| Smithville | 10,705 | $101,165 | 5.4% | $290,600 |
| Excelsior Springs | 10,484 | $72,609 | 15.2% | $186,800 |
| North Kansas City | 4,983 | $49,682 | 9.1% | $197,500 |
| Lawson | 2,905 | $65,941 | 12.7% | $186,000 |
| Pleasant Valley | 2,736 | $75,682 | 4.5% | $202,000 |
| Claycomo | 1,820 | $49,343 | 19.8% | $169,600 |
| Glenaire | 587 | $92,813 | 4.4% | $225,400 |
Cities Similar to Oaks
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheeling | 157 | $42,500 | $87,000 | 15.0% | 22.4% |
| East Lynne | 155 | $56,875 | $176,000 | 10.1% | 0.0% |
| Miramiguoa Park | 155 | $80,000 | $134,200 | 23.9% | 2.6% |
| Eugene | 158 | $58,846 | N/A | 15.7% | 17.7% |
| Waco | 154 | $59,250 | $116,500 | 6.2% | 25.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 156, Oaks'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
Oaks is a small community located in Missouri, within Clay County. The total population is 156. It ranks as the 789th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Oaks is 36.7 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 1.3%. This is 90% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 9.3%. This is 131% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $338,900. Housing costs are 47% higher than the state median of $230,300. 71.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Oaks is White (non-Hispanic), making up 69.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 25.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (25.6% vs 5.2%).
Education
44.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Oaks in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 39% higher 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 87.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Oaks, 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 Oaks, Missouri?
Oaks, Missouri has a population of 156 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Oaks, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Oaks — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Oaks, MO?
The poverty rate in Oaks is 1.3%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Oaks, Missouri?
Oaks's population is 69.2% White, 0.0% Black, 25.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Oaks, MO?
The median home value in Oaks is $338,900.
How educated is Oaks, Missouri?
44.9% of adults (25+) in Oaks hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.