Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
| Below Poverty | 12.4% ▲ 24% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.5% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 39% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 28 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,944 (45.9%) |
| Some College | 553 (13.1%) |
| Associates | 416 (9.8%) |
| Bachelors | 360 (8.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 931 (22%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,128 ▼ 20% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $127,864 ▼ 54% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $540/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,397 |
| Vacant Units | 1,046 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Chariton County is located in Missouri and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 6,549 residents. With a median age of 43.42, it is a middle-aged county.
Chariton County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $61,127 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.4% is above the national average.
Housing in Chariton County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $127,864 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $539. Homeownership rates are high at 79.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Chariton County are primarily White (92.42%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Chariton County, MO is a solidly middle-class area in Missouri. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65236 | Brunswick | 1,267 | $44,861 | $98,600 | $450 | 3.6% | 27.2% |
| 65261 | Keytesville | 1,310 | $61,964 | $111,600 | $395 | 2.1% | 25.9% |
| 64660 | Mendon | 435 | $77,031 | $206,600 | $588 | 3.6% | 32.8% |
| 64676 | Rothville | 150 | $58,500 | $82,600 | — | 6.6% | 17.1% |
| 65281 | Salisbury | 3,076 | $65,000 | $141,300 | $632 | 2.7% | 35.0% |
| 64681 | Sumner | 152 | $68,229 | $86,100 | — | 10.1% | 26.8% |