Ritchey, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ritchey, Missouri had a total population of 62, the 956th largest town in Missouri. The poverty rate is 32.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (32.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 7.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Ritchey Quick Facts
How Ritchey 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 | 50 | 62 | +24.0% |
| Median home value | $55,000 | $56,300 | +2.4% |
How Ritchey 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+)
Ritchey Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Newton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neosho | 13,224 | $57,891 | 15.2% | $163,400 |
| Granby | 2,745 | $48,864 | 25.6% | $104,700 |
| Seneca | 1,906 | $46,023 | 21.4% | $132,600 |
| Loma Linda | 1,239 | $92,292 | 13.4% | $275,700 |
| Diamond | 914 | $73,587 | 3.7% | $141,400 |
| Leawood | 512 | $97,813 | 6.3% | $251,900 |
| Shoal Creek Drive | 485 | $99,583 | 6.6% | $136,300 |
| Fairview | 371 | $67,083 | 16.4% | $105,000 |
| Saginaw | 332 | $58,269 | 7.5% | $173,100 |
| Stella | 275 | $42,500 | 71.5% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Ritchey
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gibbs | 62 | N/A | N/A | 3.7% | 33.9% |
| Powersville | 62 | $43,700 | $36,900 | 29.6% | 27.4% |
| Defiance | 63 | N/A | $512,500 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Edinburg | 63 | $43,750 | $75,800 | 22.7% | 44.4% |
| Novelty | 63 | $69,167 | $109,400 | 5.0% | 1.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 62, Ritchey'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
Ritchey is a small community located in Missouri, within Newton County. The total population is 62. It ranks as the 956th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ritchey is 32.5 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. 16.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 32.3%. This is 156% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Ritchey, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $56,300. Housing costs are 76% lower than the state median of $230,300. 76.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Ritchey has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.2%.
Education
7.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 78% 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 81.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ritchey, 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 Ritchey, Missouri?
Ritchey, Missouri has a population of 62 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ritchey, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Ritchey — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ritchey, MO?
The poverty rate in Ritchey is 32.3%. This means approximately 20 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ritchey, Missouri?
Ritchey's population is 95.2% White, 0.0% Black, 3.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ritchey, MO?
The median home value in Ritchey is $56,300.
How educated is Ritchey, Missouri?
7.1% of adults (25+) in Ritchey hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.