Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 20.2% ▲ 102% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.1% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 323 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,033 (39.1%) |
| Some College | 4,439 (17.3%) |
| Associates | 3,678 (14.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,516 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,681 (18.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,859 ▼ 35% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $162,430 ▼ 42% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $710/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 19,066 |
| Vacant Units | 2,271 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Howell County is located in Missouri and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 42,273 residents. With a median age of 40.18, it is a middle-aged county.
Howell County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $49,858 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.0%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 20.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Howell County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $162,430 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $709. Homeownership rates are high at 69.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Howell County are primarily White (92.79%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Howell County, MO is a working-class area in Missouri. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65626 | Caulfield | 1,977 | $38,015 | $190,800 | $667 | 2.3% | 19.6% |
| 65548 | Mountain View | 6,432 | $51,762 | $134,900 | $508 | 4.5% | 34.4% |
| 65788 | Peace Valley | 312 | $44,028 | $86,800 | — | 14.7% | 20.3% |
| 65789 | Pomona | 1,813 | $53,646 | $154,700 | $672 | 8.3% | 29.5% |
| 65790 | Pottersville | 925 | $57,536 | $88,100 | — | 1.9% | 30.4% |
| 65775 | West Plains | 24,950 | $48,854 | $177,700 | $776 | 4.6% | 28.7% |
| 65793 | Willow Springs | 5,679 | $54,101 | $131,500 | $673 | 7.4% | 20.9% |