Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 17.4% ▲ 74% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.9% ▼ 36% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 383 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,399 (42.4%) |
| Some College | 3,539 (16%) |
| Associates | 3,334 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 1,726 (7.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,795 (17.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,765 ▼ 32% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $163,040 ▼ 42% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $797/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 16,143 |
| Vacant Units | 1,603 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Laclede County is located in Missouri and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 36,507 residents. With a median age of 40.17, it is a middle-aged county.
Laclede County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $51,764 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 17.4% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Laclede County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $163,040 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $797. Homeownership rates are high at 70.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Laclede County are primarily White (90.49%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 24.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Laclede County, MO is a working-class area in Missouri. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65632 | Conway | 2,616 | $54,712 | $202,200 | $809 | 3.0% | 23.0% |
| 65463 | Eldridge | 1,393 | $66,925 | $141,400 | — | 0.0% | 16.3% |
| 65470 | Falcon | 792 | $51,000 | $186,300 | — | 7.2% | 32.5% |
| 65536 | Lebanon | 29,680 | $50,902 | $159,400 | $805 | 5.5% | 25.6% |
| 65543 | Lynchburg | 622 | $49,976 | $200,900 | $642 | 0.0% | 10.8% |
| 65722 | Phillipsburg | 1,404 | $50,691 | $158,600 | $684 | 10.4% | 22.8% |