Wellsville, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wellsville, Missouri had a total population of 1,165, the 353rd largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $61,429, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
Wellsville Quick Facts
How Wellsville 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 | 1,197 | 1,165 | -2.7% |
| Median household income | $61,635 | $61,429 | -0.3% |
| Median home value | $74,100 | $84,400 | +13.9% |
How Wellsville 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+)
Wellsville Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Montgomery County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery City | 2,801 | $57,500 | 17.7% | $161,100 |
| Jonesburg | 806 | $74,821 | 14.5% | $174,200 |
| New Florence | 667 | $42,174 | 13.5% | $95,100 |
| Middletown | 248 | $50,625 | 17.3% | $65,000 |
| Bellflower | 238 | $45,313 | 40.3% | $61,700 |
| High Hill | 238 | $63,750 | 22.3% | $123,800 |
| Rhineland | 165 | $95,625 | 7.4% | $170,500 |
| Big Spring | 140 | $100,500 | 9.3% | $210,000 |
| McKittrick | 93 | N/A | 2.5% | $137,500 |
Cities Similar to Wellsville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Summit | 1,156 | $58,813 | $33,500 | 0.0% | 36.5% |
| New London | 1,130 | $63,021 | $134,100 | 11.0% | 20.1% |
| New Franklin | 1,170 | $55,066 | $139,500 | 20.3% | 16.0% |
| La Monte | 1,126 | $65,648 | $110,900 | 8.6% | 16.3% |
| Stanberry | 1,235 | $62,639 | $98,000 | 23.6% | 19.0% |
Population Overview
Wellsville is a small community located in Missouri, within Montgomery County. The total population is 1,165. It ranks as the 353rd most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wellsville is 38.8 years. This is about the same as the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wellsville is $61,429. This is 13% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.4%. This is 14% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 6.2%. This is 53% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $84,400. Housing costs are 63% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Wellsville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Wellsville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.1%. The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 10.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 5.2%.
Education
14.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% 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 81.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wellsville, 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 Wellsville, Missouri?
Wellsville, Missouri has a population of 1,165 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wellsville, MO?
The median household income in Wellsville is $61,429, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wellsville, MO?
The poverty rate in Wellsville is 14.4%. This means approximately 158 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wellsville, Missouri?
Wellsville's population is 92.4% White, 0.7% Black, 1.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wellsville, MO?
The median home value in Wellsville is $84,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Wellsville, Missouri?
14.8% of adults (25+) in Wellsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.