White Oak, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, White Oak, Missouri had a total population of 119, the 838th largest community in Missouri. The poverty rate is 29.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (29.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
White Oak Quick Facts
How White Oak 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 | 90 | 119 | +32.2% |
How White Oak Compares
Median Household Income
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Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
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Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 40 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
White Oak Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Dunklin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennett | 10,196 | $52,500 | 19.1% | $112,000 |
| Malden | 3,805 | $40,118 | 30.1% | $101,300 |
| Campbell | 1,766 | $49,926 | 30.7% | $75,300 |
| Senath | 1,662 | $31,667 | 24.2% | $79,500 |
| Clarkton | 958 | $46,333 | 31.7% | $47,000 |
| Cardwell | 816 | $22,500 | 56.7% | $38,800 |
| Holcomb | 666 | $62,841 | 12.3% | $108,100 |
| Hornersville | 531 | $38,750 | 34.8% | $55,800 |
| Arbyrd | 432 | $37,000 | 27.1% | $46,800 |
| Frisbee | 95 | $59,375 | 0.0% | $99,500 |
Cities Similar to White Oak
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chain-O-Lakes | 119 | $29,000 | $184,700 | 7.1% | 53.8% |
| Renick | 119 | $34,583 | $106,300 | 3.1% | 10.9% |
| Amoret | 120 | $41,750 | $65,000 | 2.6% | 23.3% |
| Prairie Hill | 120 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Cherokee Pass | 121 | N/A | $215,600 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 119, White Oak'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
White Oak is a small community located in Missouri, within Dunklin County. The total population is 119. It ranks as the 838th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in White Oak is 26.4 years. This is 32% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 42.9% of the population under 18, White Oak has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 29.4%. This is 134% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in White Oak, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. Every occupied housing unit the survey reached in White Oak was renter-occupied. At this sample size that indicates no owner-occupied homes were captured rather than that none exist.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in White Oak is Black or African American, making up 52.9% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 47.1%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (52.9% vs 10.9%).
Education
0.0% 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. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 70.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for White Oak, 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 White Oak, Missouri?
White Oak, Missouri has a population of 119 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in White Oak, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for White Oak — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in White Oak, MO?
The poverty rate in White Oak is 29.4%. This means approximately 35 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of White Oak, Missouri?
White Oak's population is 47.1% White, 52.9% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in White Oak, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for White Oak — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is White Oak, Missouri?
0.0% of adults (25+) in White Oak hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.