Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.73 |
| Below Poverty | 16.2% ▲ 62% above avg |
| College Grads | 23.7% ▼ 39% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.2% ▲ 47% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 365 (3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,195 (42.1%) |
| Some College | 2,041 (16.5%) |
| Associates | 1,777 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,128 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,827 (14.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,593 ▼ 35% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $133,920 ▼ 52% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $741/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,837 |
| Vacant Units | 1,064 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
McDonald County is located in Missouri and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 21,557 residents. With a median age of 38.27, it is a middle-aged county.
McDonald County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $49,593 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.2%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 16.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in McDonald County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $133,920 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $741. Homeownership rates are high at 65.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of McDonald County are majority White (67.62%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 23.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
McDonald 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 64831 | Anderson | 6,288 | $58,589 | $147,700 | $777 | 4.1% | 26.0% |
| 64843 | Goodman | 3,193 | $51,509 | $112,900 | $780 | 2.4% | 24.0% |
| 64847 | Lanagan | 342 | $36,000 | $55,000 | $463 | 0.0% | 25.4% |
| 64854 | Noel | 4,867 | $41,173 | $92,400 | $752 | 10.9% | 20.4% |
| 64856 | Pineville | 4,154 | $49,148 | $173,600 | $757 | 7.9% | 23.8% |
| 64861 | Rocky Comfort | 1,151 | $45,208 | $158,300 | $561 | 20.0% | 36.6% |
| 64863 | South West City | 1,403 | $38,482 | $150,000 | $622 | 9.6% | 16.0% |
| 64868 | Tiff City | 151 | $85,573 | $94,800 | — | 0.0% | 0.0% |