Sundown, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sundown, Missouri had a total population of 178, the 763rd largest community in Missouri. The poverty rate is 31.5%.
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 (31.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Sundown Quick Facts
How Sundown 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 | 190 | 178 | -6.3% |
| Median home value | $193,400 | $194,100 | +0.4% |
How Sundown 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+)
Sundown Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Ozark County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gainesville | 1,010 | $32,391 | 29.0% | $119,500 |
| Bakersfield | 188 | $37,043 | 19.7% | $97,400 |
| Theodosia | 178 | $24,600 | 27.5% | $114,600 |
| Pontiac | 88 | $88,229 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Wasola | 34 | N/A | 67.7% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Sundown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pomona | 178 | $32,604 | $72,800 | 27.5% | 23.6% |
| Stotts City | 178 | $36,563 | $70,500 | 5.1% | 31.5% |
| Theodosia | 178 | $24,600 | $114,600 | 3.6% | 27.5% |
| Howardville | 179 | $13,281 | $54,100 | 4.0% | 53.6% |
| Whiting | 179 | N/A | $154,300 | 21.0% | 20.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 178, Sundown'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
Sundown is a small community located in Missouri, within Ozark County. The total population is 178. It ranks as the 763rd most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sundown is 42.2 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 31.5%. This is 150% 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 Sundown, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $194,100. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $230,300. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 47% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Sundown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.8% of all residents.
Education
0.0% 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. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sundown, 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 Sundown, Missouri?
Sundown, Missouri has a population of 178 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sundown, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Sundown — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sundown, MO?
The poverty rate in Sundown is 31.5%. This means approximately 56 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sundown, Missouri?
Sundown's population is 97.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sundown, MO?
The median home value in Sundown is $194,100.
How educated is Sundown, Missouri?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Sundown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.