Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 8.5% ▼ 15% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.5% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 38% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 334 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 14,320 (27.6%) |
| Some College | 6,339 (12.2%) |
| Associates | 6,743 (13%) |
| Bachelors | 4,323 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 19,880 (38.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,747 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $216,065 ▼ 22% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $802/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 34,413 |
| Vacant Units | 2,724 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Cole County is located in Missouri and encompasses 17 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 79,360 residents. With a median age of 39.86, it is a middle-aged county.
Cole County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $73,746 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.5% is near the national average.
Housing in Cole County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $216,065 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $801. Homeownership rates are high at 67.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Cole County are primarily White (80.1%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 46.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Cole County, MO is a solidly middle-class area in Missouri. The 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65023 | Centertown | 1,546 | $64,200 | $210,600 | $937 | 4.3% | 37.6% |
| 65032 | Eugene | 1,235 | $61,852 | $162,000 | $840 | 8.6% | 32.7% |
| 65040 | Henley | 1,468 | $87,434 | $191,300 | — | 0.0% | 37.4% |
| 65101 | Jefferson City | 29,777 | $74,013 | $234,600 | $770 | 3.2% | 42.0% |
| 65109 | Jefferson City | 40,390 | $72,430 | $204,700 | $828 | 3.1% | 52.2% |
| 65053 | Lohman | 1,541 | $107,727 | $328,600 | $775 | 0.0% | 43.2% |
| 65074 | Russellville | 2,781 | $76,622 | $167,400 | $652 | 1.0% | 32.8% |
| 65076 | Saint Thomas | 622 | $64,519 | $185,000 | $950 | 0.0% | 40.8% |