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Schuyler County, Missouri Demographics 2026

Schuyler County, Missouri has a population of 4,044, the 112th most populous county in Missouri. The median household income is $56,023 and the median home value is $118,200. The poverty rate is 9.7%.

Schuyler County Quick Facts

Population 4,044
Median Household Income $56,023
Median Home Value $118,200
Poverty Rate 9.7%
Unemployment Rate 4.7%
Median Age 38.8 years
Homeownership Rate 79.0%
Affordability Ratio 2.1x
Bachelor's Degree+ 10.7%
High School Graduation 93.7%
Cities/Places 0
Population 4,044 112th of 115
Median Income $56,023 19% lower state
Poverty Rate 9.7%
Unemployment 4.7%

Economy & Housing

Employment

4.7% Unemployment Rate State: 4.1% | National: 5.2%
54.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 79.0%
Renter 21.0%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

11out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 39 | National average: 60

Education

Population Overview

Schuyler County is located in Missouri with a total population of 4,044. It is the 112th most populous county out of 115 in Missouri.

Age Demographics

The median age in Schuyler County is 38.8 years. This is about average than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Schuyler County is $56,023. This is 19% lower than the state median of $68,920. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 29% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.7%. This is 23% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 13% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $118,200. Housing costs are 45% lower than the state median of $215,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Schuyler County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Schuyler County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.7%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 5.1%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.

Education

10.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 67% 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 93.7%.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Schuyler County, Missouri?

Schuyler County has a population of 4,044, making it the 112th most populous county in Missouri.

What is the median income in Schuyler County?

The median household income in Schuyler County is $56,023 with a poverty rate of 9.7%.

How many cities are in Schuyler County, Missouri?

Schuyler County contains 0 Census-designated places.