Walker, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Walker, Missouri had a total population of 359, the 601st largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $40,417, which is 43% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 43% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 1.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Walker Quick Facts
How Walker 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 | 371 | 359 | -3.2% |
| Median household income | $29,922 | $40,417 | +35.1% |
How Walker 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+)
Walker Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Vernon County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 7,925 | $42,813 | 27.8% | $122,700 |
| Sheldon | 443 | $41,848 | 37.0% | $67,500 |
| Schell City | 224 | $46,250 | 11.2% | $57,500 |
| Bronaugh | 163 | $52,917 | 31.4% | $43,600 |
| Moundville | 98 | $56,667 | 13.3% | $72,500 |
| Richards | 49 | $45,804 | 30.6% | $65,700 |
| Milo | 47 | $35,500 | 46.8% | $60,000 |
| Deerfield | 43 | N/A | 18.6% | $113,900 |
| Metz | 7 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Harwood | 6 | N/A | 100.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Walker
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagleville | 352 | $41,563 | $81,300 | 16.0% | 23.8% |
| Oak Grove Village | 347 | $41,324 | $152,500 | 8.0% | 31.5% |
| Chamois | 375 | $39,833 | $64,400 | 10.3% | 26.2% |
| Cross Timbers | 379 | N/A | $176,800 | 6.1% | 20.1% |
| Neelyville | 358 | $35,865 | $35,000 | 3.2% | 53.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 359, Walker'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
Walker is a small community located in Missouri, within Vernon County. The total population is 359. It ranks as the 601st most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Walker is 49.4 years. This is 27% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 8.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Walker is $40,417. This is 43% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 50% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 18% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 24% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. 79.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Walker has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 5.2%.
Education
1.2% 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. This is 96% 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 86.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Walker, 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 Walker, Missouri?
Walker, Missouri has a population of 359 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Walker, MO?
The median household income in Walker is $40,417, which is 50% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Walker, MO?
The poverty rate in Walker is 10.3%. This means approximately 37 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Walker, Missouri?
Walker's population is 98.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Walker, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Walker — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Walker, Missouri?
1.2% of adults (25+) in Walker hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.