Putnam County, Missouri Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Putnam County is located in Missouri with a total population of 4,675. It is the 110th most populous county out of 115 in Missouri.

Age Demographics

The median age in Putnam County is 45.6 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 38.9 years. 10.9% 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 Putnam County is $56,875. This is 17% lower than the state median of $68,920. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 28% lower. The poverty rate stands at 16.2%. This is 29% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 7% lower than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $111,600. Housing costs are 48% lower than the state median of $215,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Putnam County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Putnam County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.8%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.

Education

19.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 31.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.9%.