Truesdale, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Truesdale, Missouri had a total population of 990, the 377th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $58,750, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Truesdale Quick Facts
How Truesdale 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 | 978 | 990 | +1.2% |
| Median household income | $62,500 | $58,750 | -6.0% |
| Median home value | $199,500 | $214,300 | +7.4% |
How Truesdale 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+)
Truesdale Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Warren County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warrenton | 9,066 | $61,031 | 14.6% | $204,800 |
| Wright City | 5,240 | $80,152 | 5.8% | $238,800 |
| Marthasville | 2,328 | $112,083 | 2.6% | $182,900 |
| Innsbrook | 843 | $150,833 | 3.7% | $492,400 |
| Pendleton | 23 | $111,250 | 0.0% | $275,000 |
| Three Creeks | 3 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Truesdale
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crocker | 1,024 | $58,207 | $101,600 | 10.3% | 21.9% |
| La Grange | 1,033 | $58,456 | $92,000 | 10.2% | 14.6% |
| Highlandville | 950 | $56,786 | $201,000 | 21.4% | 11.4% |
| Oran | 1,033 | $65,200 | $135,000 | 18.1% | 15.8% |
| Miner | 950 | $52,000 | $131,600 | 12.3% | 14.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 990, Truesdale'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
Truesdale is a small community located in Missouri, within Warren County. The total population is 990. It ranks as the 377th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Truesdale is 39.1 years. This is about the same as the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Truesdale is $58,750. This is 17% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.9%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $214,300. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $230,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 69.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Truesdale has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.5%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 10.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 5.2%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.
Education
12.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 82.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Truesdale, 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 Truesdale, Missouri?
Truesdale, Missouri has a population of 990 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Truesdale, MO?
The median household income in Truesdale is $58,750, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Truesdale, MO?
The poverty rate in Truesdale is 10.9%. This means approximately 108 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Truesdale, Missouri?
Truesdale's population is 94.1% White, 0.6% Black, 1.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Truesdale, MO?
The median home value in Truesdale is $214,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Truesdale, Missouri?
12.5% of adults (25+) in Truesdale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.