Pleasant Hope, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pleasant Hope, Missouri had a total population of 716, the 442nd largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $65,078, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.1%.
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 2.4x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.4%.
Pleasant Hope Quick Facts
How Pleasant Hope 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 | 679 | 716 | +5.4% |
| Median household income | $61,607 | $65,078 | +5.6% |
| Median home value | $142,500 | $155,600 | +9.2% |
How Pleasant Hope 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+)
Pleasant Hope Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Polk County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolivar | 11,170 | $49,622 | 18.8% | $201,600 |
| Humansville | 1,058 | $37,446 | 33.9% | $63,700 |
| Fair Play | 595 | $40,781 | 23.4% | $105,600 |
| Morrisville | 595 | $60,625 | 15.4% | $151,300 |
| Halfway | 137 | $29,583 | 32.1% | $53,100 |
| Flemington | 73 | $31,563 | 19.2% | $135,400 |
| Aldrich | 65 | $82,750 | 4.6% | $133,900 |
Cities Similar to Pleasant Hope
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal | 747 | $65,250 | $77,000 | 18.4% | 14.1% |
| Norborne | 676 | $65,577 | $105,700 | 12.5% | 11.3% |
| Rockaway Beach | 760 | $63,646 | $181,000 | 29.8% | 13.0% |
| Orrick | 727 | $73,000 | $139,600 | 13.0% | 7.1% |
| Bella Villa | 691 | $59,583 | $161,800 | 23.8% | 9.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 716, Pleasant Hope'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
Pleasant Hope is a small community located in Missouri, within Polk County. The total population is 716. It ranks as the 442nd most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pleasant Hope is 36.7 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pleasant Hope is $65,078. This is 8% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.1%. This is 28% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.4%. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $155,600. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Pleasant Hope is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Pleasant Hope has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 5.2%.
Education
18.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% 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 88.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pleasant Hope, 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 Pleasant Hope, Missouri?
Pleasant Hope, Missouri has a population of 716 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pleasant Hope, MO?
The median household income in Pleasant Hope is $65,078, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pleasant Hope, MO?
The poverty rate in Pleasant Hope is 16.1%. This means approximately 115 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pleasant Hope, Missouri?
Pleasant Hope's population is 93.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pleasant Hope, MO?
The median home value in Pleasant Hope is $155,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Pleasant Hope, Missouri?
18.2% of adults (25+) in Pleasant Hope hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.