Silex city, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Silex city, Missouri Demographics
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As of 2026, Silex city, Missouri has a total population of 383, the 581st largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of N/A. The poverty rate is 13.8%.

Key Takeaways

Only 5.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Silex city Quick Facts

Population 383

Median Household Income N/A

Median Home Value $176,100

Poverty Rate 13.8%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 40.4 years

Homeownership Rate 78.4%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 5.0%

High School Graduation Rate 93.0%

Diversity Index 8/100

Population 383 581st of 1,062

Median Income N/A

Poverty Rate 13.8% 11% higher national

Median Home Value $176,100 top 30%

How Silex city Compares

Median Household Income

$68,920

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Silex city

$176,100

$215,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.4%

$25K-$50K 42.0%

$50K-$100K 17.1%

$100K+ 29.5%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.1% | National: 5.2%

37.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.4%

Renter 21.6%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

29.5%

18-34

17.2%

35-54

11.0%

55-74

26.4%

75+

15.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 39 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Silex city Rankings in Missouri

#581 Population of 1,062

N/A Median Income of 1,062

#881 Education of 1,062

#245 Home Value of 1,062

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Cities Similar to Silex city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Bucklin city	383	$43,125	$73,700	15.1%	27.2%
Burlington Junction city	383	$46,250	$79,600	6.8%	17.5%
Mineral Point town	383	$39,087	N/A	2.4%	17.4%
Huntleigh city	384	$250,001	$1,812,500	86.3%	1.3%
Oakview village	384	$71,875	$176,100	29.3%	6.3%

Population Overview

Silex city is a small community located in Missouri. The total population is 383. It ranks as the 581st most populous out of 1,062 cities and towns in Missouri.

Age Demographics

The median age in Silex city is 40.4 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.9 years. With 29.5% of the population under 18, Silex city has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 15.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 13.8%. This is 9% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $176,100. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $215,600. 78.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Silex city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.0%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.

Education

5.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 84% 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 93.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Silex city, Missouri is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Silex city, Missouri?

Silex city, Missouri has a population of 383 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Silex city, MO?

The median household income in Silex city is N/A, which is the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Silex city, MO?

The poverty rate in Silex city is 13.8%. This means approximately 45 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Silex city, Missouri?

Silex city's population is 95.6% White, 1.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Silex city, MO?

The median home value in Silex city is $176,100.

How educated is Silex city, Missouri?

5.0% of adults (25+) in Silex city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.