Vista, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Vista, Missouri had a total population of 46, the 988th largest village in Missouri, with a median household income of $48,750, which is 31% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 31% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Vista Quick Facts
How Vista 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 | 46 | 46 | +0.0% |
| Median household income | $48,750 | $48,750 | +0.0% |
How Vista 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+)
Vista Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in St. Clair County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton City | 1,221 | $49,036 | 10.9% | $98,200 |
| Osceola | 1,042 | $42,582 | 26.1% | $127,000 |
| Lowry City | 618 | $41,250 | 26.9% | $82,200 |
| Roscoe | 101 | $43,611 | 12.9% | $71,300 |
| Collins | 76 | $45,833 | 23.7% | $56,700 |
| Gerster | 7 | N/A | 14.3% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Vista
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deerfield | 43 | N/A | $113,900 | 5.3% | 18.6% |
| Irwin | 43 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Revere | 47 | $56,250 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Richards | 49 | $45,804 | $65,700 | 0.0% | 30.6% |
| Avalon | 47 | $56,500 | $56,300 | 9.8% | 2.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 46, Vista'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
Vista is a small community located in Missouri, within St. Clair County. The total population is 46. It ranks as the 988th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Vista is 35.5 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 34.8% of the population under 18, Vista has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Vista is $48,750. This is 31% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 40% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.7%. This is 31% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Vista, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 73.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Vista 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
13.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 57% 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 89.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Vista, 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 Vista, Missouri?
Vista, Missouri has a population of 46 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Vista, MO?
The median household income in Vista is $48,750, which is 40% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Vista, MO?
The poverty rate in Vista is 8.7%. This means approximately 4 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Vista, Missouri?
Vista's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Vista, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Vista — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Vista, Missouri?
13.8% of adults (25+) in Vista hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.