Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 16.1% ▲ 61% above avg |
| College Grads | 58.2% ▲ 50% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,233 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 20,171 (19.2%) |
| Some College | 10,834 (10.3%) |
| Associates | 11,910 (11.3%) |
| Bachelors | 8,068 (7.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 52,758 (50.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,418 ▼ 9% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $253,530 ▼ 9% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,039/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 81,624 |
| Vacant Units | 5,963 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Boone County is located in Missouri and encompasses 18 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 187,453 residents. With a median age of 33.35, it is a relatively young county.
Boone County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $69,417 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 16.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Boone County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $253,530 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,038.
The residents of Boone County are primarily White (76.66%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 58.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly above the national average.
Boone County, MO is a solidly middle-class area in Missouri. The 18 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65010 | Ashland | 7,105 | $93,025 | $274,100 | $1,180 | 0.9% | 52.5% |
| 65240 | Centralia | 8,740 | $67,687 | $181,300 | $712 | 4.4% | 42.7% |
| 65201 | Columbia | 49,811 | $46,177 | $229,300 | $1,078 | 5.3% | 59.2% |
| 65202 | Columbia | 47,543 | $69,740 | $202,300 | $1,091 | 3.8% | 50.2% |
| 65203 | Columbia | 59,663 | $80,442 | $319,100 | $1,035 | 2.9% | 68.6% |
| 65255 | Hallsville | 5,141 | $80,392 | $225,400 | $1,034 | 2.1% | 43.1% |
| 65256 | Harrisburg | 2,044 | $88,315 | $241,600 | $648 | 3.1% | 43.3% |
| 65039 | Hartsburg | 3,148 | $121,364 | $408,600 | $591 | 3.9% | 68.5% |
| 65279 | Rocheport | 1,639 | $90,938 | $282,500 | $1,161 | 3.4% | 46.9% |
| 65284 | Sturgeon | 2,172 | $86,959 | $184,000 | $886 | 0.5% | 46.8% |