Tightwad, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tightwad, Missouri had a total population of 53, the 971st largest village in Missouri, with a median household income of $100,096, which is 42% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 42% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Missouri.
Tightwad Quick Facts
How Tightwad 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 | 79 | 53 | -32.9% |
| Median household income | $97,946 | $100,096 | +2.2% |
How Tightwad 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+)
Tightwad Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Henry County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinton | 9,065 | $51,250 | 15.2% | $155,400 |
| Urich | 469 | $61,042 | 24.6% | $82,100 |
| Montrose | 425 | $61,375 | 8.1% | $92,500 |
| Calhoun | 374 | $37,321 | 22.2% | $61,700 |
| Deepwater | 320 | $29,722 | 36.2% | $81,300 |
| Blairstown | 65 | $55,000 | 15.4% | N/A |
| Brownington | 58 | N/A | 19.0% | $76,100 |
| La Due | 31 | $58,214 | 58.1% | $9,999 |
Cities Similar to Tightwad
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milford | 54 | N/A | $329,200 | 20.5% | 1.8% |
| Mount Leonard | 52 | N/A | $37,500 | 5.9% | 73.1% |
| New Market | 52 | N/A | $165,400 | 82.7% | 0.0% |
| De Witt | 55 | N/A | $45,000 | 4.0% | 18.2% |
| Blanchard | 51 | N/A | N/A | 47.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 53, Tightwad'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
Tightwad is a small community located in Missouri, within Henry County. The total population is 53. It ranks as the 971st most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tightwad is 67.5 years. This is 73% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 1.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Tightwad is $100,096. This is 42% higher than the state median of $70,702. It is also 24% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.4%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Tightwad, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 89.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Tightwad was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
17.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% 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 91.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tightwad, 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 Tightwad, Missouri?
Tightwad, Missouri has a population of 53 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tightwad, MO?
The median household income in Tightwad is $100,096, which is 24% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tightwad, MO?
The poverty rate in Tightwad is 9.4%. This means approximately 5 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tightwad, Missouri?
Tightwad's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tightwad, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Tightwad — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Tightwad, Missouri?
17.8% of adults (25+) in Tightwad hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.