US ZIP Code
63439

Emden, MO

Shelby County  ·  Missouri

● Active
👥 174 Population ↓ 21% since 2019
🎂 55.5 Median Age ↑ 55% since 2019
🏠 $80,000 Median Home Value
▼ 71% below avg ↓ 45% since 2019
🎓 0.0% College Grads
▼ 100% below avg
📊 7.8% Unemployment
▲ 60% above avg
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code63439
CityEmden
StateMissouri (MO)
CountyShelby County
Area Code235/573
Elevation725 ft
Latitude39.803818
Longitude-91.859595
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS29205
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 50.0% (87) Female 50.0% (87) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 100%Race
White100.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
11%
5–17
5%
25–44
26%
45–64
26%
65+
13%

Key Indicators

Median Age55.5 yrs ↑ 55% since 2019
Avg Household Size1.87
Below Poverty35.6% ▲ 256% above avg
College Grads0.0% ▼ 100% below avg
Unemployment7.8% ▲ 60% above avg
HS Graduate85 (86.7%)
Some College7 (7.1%)
Associates6 (6.1%)

Education

HS Grad: 86.7%Some College: 7.1%Associates: 6.1%Edu
HS Grad86.7%
Some College7.1%
Associates6.1%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 71%Renter: 29%Tenure
Owner71.0%
Renter29.0%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
9%
$50k–100k
53%
$150k–200k
8%
$200k–300k
18%
$300k–500k
12%

Financials

Median Home Value$80,000 ▼ 71% below avg ↓ 45% since 2019
Total Units105
Vacant Units12
Avg HH Size1.87

Income Distribution

Under $25k
49%
$25k–50k
42%
$75k–100k
9%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
100%

Commute Time

15–30 min
57%
30–45 min
43%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1960s–1970s
5%
1980s–1990s
34%
2000+
61%

Summary

Total Units105
Vacant12
Owner Occupied71.0%
Renter Occupied29.0%
Avg HH Size1.87
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 63439 is in Emden, MO, in Shelby County.
ZIP code 63439 is located in Missouri (MO).
ZIP code 63439 is in Shelby County, MO.
ZIP 63439 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 63439 is 174 people (ACS 2023).
Income data not available.
The median home value in ZIP 63439 is $80,000 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 63439

ZIP code 63439 is located in Emden, Missouri, within Shelby County. With a population of 174, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 55.5 years.

Real estate in ZIP code 63439 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $80,000 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 71.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have decreased by 45% since 2019.

The population of 63439 is primarily White (100.00%). Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 35.6%.

The unemployment rate in 63439 stands at 7.8%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 100%.

Overall, ZIP code 63439 in Emden, MO is characterized as an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied.