Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 19.7% ▲ 97% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.3% ▼ 42% below avg |
| Unemployment | 14.1% ▲ 188% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 101 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,471 (47.6%) |
| Some College | 855 (16.5%) |
| Associates | 614 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 406 (7.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 742 (14.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $34,301 ▼ 55% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $148,223 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $675/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,866 |
| Vacant Units | 1,753 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hickory County is located in Missouri and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 7,617 residents. With a median age of 51.09, it is a mature county.
Hickory County has a lower-income economic profile. The median household income of $34,300 is well below the national average. Unemployment stands at 14.1%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 19.7% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Hickory County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $148,223 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $675. Homeownership rates are high at 84.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hickory County are primarily White (93.76%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 22.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Hickory County, MO is a lower-income 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65634 | Cross Timbers | 609 | $33,958 | $188,200 | — | 33.3% | 14.2% |
| 65668 | Hermitage | 1,692 | $38,267 | $109,200 | $1,022 | 33.0% | 20.7% |
| 65724 | Pittsburg | 1,728 | $37,321 | $153,300 | $597 | 4.2% | 27.0% |
| 65732 | Preston | 1,263 | $29,038 | $258,300 | $586 | 9.9% | 28.9% |
| 65735 | Quincy | 157 | $24,545 | $122,900 | — | — | 2.7% |
| 65774 | Weaubleau | 1,036 | $31,275 | $100,900 | $547 | 8.1% | 19.7% |
| 65779 | Wheatland | 1,132 | $33,942 | $101,300 | $492 | 0.6% | 19.6% |