Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 16.7% ▲ 67% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 534 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 15,870 (38.3%) |
| Some College | 6,759 (16.3%) |
| Associates | 6,390 (15.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,939 (7.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,930 (21.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,681 ▼ 20% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $144,713 ▼ 48% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $907/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 30,148 |
| Vacant Units | 4,078 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Buchanan County is located in Missouri and encompasses 12 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 66,427 residents. With a median age of 38.99, it is a middle-aged county.
Buchanan County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $60,680 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 16.7% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Buchanan County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $144,713 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $906. Homeownership rates are high at 67.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Buchanan County are primarily White (81.28%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Buchanan County, MO is a solidly middle-class area in Missouri. The 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 64401 | Agency | 1,604 | $96,142 | $241,500 | $825 | 2.5% | 32.6% |
| 64440 | De Kalb | 876 | $82,679 | $191,800 | $867 | 0.0% | 17.7% |
| 64443 | Easton | 1,647 | $110,563 | $315,800 | $927 | 1.7% | 44.0% |
| 64448 | Faucett | 862 | $69,392 | $198,700 | — | 1.4% | 31.7% |
| 64484 | Rushville | 843 | $62,692 | $123,600 | $820 | 2.5% | 27.9% |
| 64501 | Saint Joseph | 10,354 | $41,615 | $97,400 | $823 | 4.9% | 24.0% |
| 64503 | Saint Joseph | 11,921 | $53,351 | $133,500 | $926 | 4.2% | 24.1% |
| 64504 | Saint Joseph | 10,286 | $55,300 | $115,100 | $918 | 5.5% | 21.5% |
| 64505 | Saint Joseph | 13,875 | $70,741 | $186,000 | $976 | 3.2% | 35.9% |
| 64507 | Saint Joseph | 14,159 | $63,014 | $134,000 | $890 | 7.8% | 32.2% |