Sugar Creek, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sugar Creek, Missouri had a total population of 3,249, the 191st largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $62,165, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.6%.
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 2.2x.
Sugar Creek Quick Facts
How Sugar Creek 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 | 3,261 | 3,249 | -0.4% |
| Median household income | $57,467 | $62,165 | +8.2% |
| Median home value | $104,800 | $136,600 | +30.3% |
How Sugar Creek 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+)
Sugar Creek Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Jackson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | 510,612 | $69,166 | 14.6% | $242,900 |
| Independence | 121,740 | $60,339 | 15.8% | $172,900 |
| Lee's Summit | 103,656 | $102,531 | 5.7% | $340,900 |
| Blue Springs | 59,965 | $88,920 | 7.0% | $263,100 |
| Raytown | 29,445 | $68,840 | 12.5% | $182,900 |
| Grandview | 26,527 | $53,447 | 17.9% | $188,500 |
| Grain Valley | 16,271 | $89,649 | 9.8% | $283,800 |
| Pleasant Hill | 8,847 | $95,602 | 6.0% | $278,400 |
| Oak Grove | 8,538 | $75,102 | 8.6% | $215,500 |
| Greenwood | 6,013 | $107,250 | 3.2% | $286,100 |
Cities Similar to Sugar Creek
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cassville | 3,202 | $60,469 | $155,300 | 11.3% | 31.3% |
| New Haven | 3,302 | $71,306 | $192,400 | 28.9% | 10.1% |
| Gray Summit | 2,991 | $65,667 | $170,500 | 16.8% | 4.2% |
| Monroe City | 3,028 | $55,737 | $159,300 | 17.5% | 12.7% |
| Knob Noster | 2,838 | $62,353 | $202,600 | 29.4% | 6.0% |
Population Overview
Sugar Creek is a small community located in Missouri, within Jackson County. The total population is 3,249. It ranks as the 191st most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sugar Creek is 40.2 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sugar Creek is $62,165. This is 12% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.6%. This is 16% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 20% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $136,600. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Sugar Creek is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Sugar Creek is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.1%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 10.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (9.1% vs 5.2%).
Education
23.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% 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 88.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sugar Creek, 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 Sugar Creek, Missouri?
Sugar Creek, Missouri has a population of 3,249 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sugar Creek, MO?
The median household income in Sugar Creek is $62,165, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sugar Creek, MO?
The poverty rate in Sugar Creek is 14.6%. This means approximately 473 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sugar Creek, Missouri?
Sugar Creek's population is 79.6% White, 0.5% Black, 9.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sugar Creek, MO?
The median home value in Sugar Creek is $136,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Sugar Creek, Missouri?
23.0% of adults (25+) in Sugar Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.