Wyaconda, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wyaconda, Missouri had a total population of 195, the 741st largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $50,667, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 39.5%.
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 (39.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 4.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
Wyaconda Quick Facts
How Wyaconda 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 | 193 | 195 | +1.0% |
| Median household income | $48,672 | $50,667 | +4.1% |
| Median home value | $56,800 | $65,400 | +15.1% |
How Wyaconda 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+)
Wyaconda Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Clark County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kahoka | 2,072 | $48,370 | 11.0% | $100,000 |
| Wayland | 439 | $22,455 | 11.4% | N/A |
| Luray | 181 | $57,321 | 33.7% | $61,700 |
| St. Francisville | 142 | N/A | 47.9% | $64,200 |
| Medill | 104 | $152,857 | 0.0% | $228,600 |
| Alexandria | 103 | $33,333 | 58.3% | $43,500 |
| Revere | 47 | $56,250 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Wyaconda
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blodgett | 196 | N/A | N/A | 6.7% | 20.4% |
| Curryville | 199 | $50,000 | $91,300 | 16.1% | 8.5% |
| Bolckow | 197 | $48,750 | $86,100 | 15.3% | 19.3% |
| Conception | 202 | $50,417 | $114,100 | 28.7% | 15.9% |
| Lake Tekakwitha | 202 | $51,042 | $109,600 | 12.9% | 3.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 195, Wyaconda'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
Wyaconda is a small community located in Missouri, within Clark County. The total population is 195. It ranks as the 741st most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wyaconda is 39.3 years. This is about the same as the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wyaconda is $50,667. This is 28% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 39.5%. This is 214% 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 unemployment rate is 6.7%. This is 66% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $65,400. Housing costs are 72% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Wyaconda is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Wyaconda 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
4.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 87% 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 73.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wyaconda, 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 Wyaconda, Missouri?
Wyaconda, Missouri has a population of 195 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wyaconda, MO?
The median household income in Wyaconda is $50,667, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wyaconda, MO?
The poverty rate in Wyaconda is 39.5%. This means approximately 73 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wyaconda, Missouri?
Wyaconda's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wyaconda, MO?
The median home value in Wyaconda is $65,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Wyaconda, Missouri?
4.1% of adults (25+) in Wyaconda hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.