Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 12.8% ▲ 28% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.0% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 81 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,462 (41.4%) |
| Some College | 899 (15.1%) |
| Associates | 833 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 529 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,145 (19.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,039 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $153,477 ▼ 45% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $655/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,534 |
| Vacant Units | 781 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Caldwell County is located in Missouri and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 9,274 residents. With a median age of 42.23, it is a middle-aged county.
Caldwell County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,039 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Caldwell County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $153,477 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $654. Homeownership rates are high at 81.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Caldwell County are primarily White (93.05%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Caldwell County, MO is a solidly middle-class area in Missouri. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 64624 | Braymer | 1,488 | $62,148 | $108,900 | $720 | 3.6% | 24.1% |
| 64625 | Breckenridge | 800 | $49,500 | $77,000 | $619 | 1.6% | 11.8% |
| 64637 | Cowgill | 488 | $58,000 | $115,200 | $548 | 7.0% | 21.7% |
| 64644 | Hamilton | 3,265 | $72,628 | $171,600 | $650 | 6.7% | 36.2% |
| 64649 | Kidder | 703 | $63,984 | $197,000 | $975 | 2.0% | 37.0% |
| 64650 | Kingston | 653 | $45,174 | $201,600 | $769 | 3.3% | 18.5% |
| 64671 | Polo | 1,877 | $69,891 | $166,800 | $495 | 2.1% | 25.2% |