Troy, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Troy, Missouri had a total population of 13,947, the 62nd largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $79,012, which is 12% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.4%.
Troy Quick Facts
How Troy 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 | 13,467 | 13,947 | +3.6% |
| Median household income | $75,777 | $79,012 | +4.3% |
| Median home value | $212,100 | $226,500 | +6.8% |
How Troy 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+)
Troy Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Lincoln County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moscow Mills | 3,823 | $73,468 | 10.2% | $196,400 |
| Elsberry | 1,870 | $49,760 | 24.8% | $139,000 |
| Winfield | 1,745 | $75,766 | 17.9% | $208,100 |
| Hawk Point | 736 | $51,667 | 33.8% | $145,500 |
| Silex | 355 | $56,667 | 27.0% | $112,500 |
| Chain of Rocks | 255 | $150,547 | 3.1% | $342,000 |
| Old Monroe | 236 | $61,250 | 5.6% | $155,900 |
| Fountain N' Lakes | 162 | $2,499 | 72.8% | $83,300 |
| Foley | 140 | $66,250 | 33.6% | $68,300 |
| Whiteside | 108 | $104,375 | 4.6% | $96,700 |
Cities Similar to Troy
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 15,130 | $79,173 | $231,800 | 32.3% | 7.9% |
| Festus | 13,201 | $73,532 | $223,600 | 24.4% | 17.1% |
| Union | 12,781 | $73,435 | $205,200 | 23.7% | 8.2% |
| Jackson | 15,659 | $77,105 | $240,000 | 35.8% | 8.6% |
| Webb City | 13,221 | $65,469 | $169,100 | 26.7% | 20.5% |
Population Overview
Troy is a small city located in Missouri, within Lincoln County. The total population is 13,947. It ranks as the 62nd most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Troy is 35.2 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Troy is $79,012. This is 12% higher than the state median of $70,702. It is also 2% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.6%. This is 8% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.4%. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $226,500. Housing costs are 2% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Troy is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 69.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Troy has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.8%. The Black or African American population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 10.9%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.
Education
14.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% 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 91.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Troy, 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 Troy, Missouri?
Troy, Missouri has a population of 13,947 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Troy, MO?
The median household income in Troy is $79,012, which is 2% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Troy, MO?
The poverty rate in Troy is 13.6%. This means approximately 1,809 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Troy, Missouri?
Troy's population is 88.4% White, 2.6% Black, 4.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Troy, MO?
The median home value in Troy is $226,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Troy, Missouri?
14.7% of adults (25+) in Troy hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.