Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
| Below Poverty | 15.2% ▲ 52% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 53% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 896 (44.4%) |
| Some College | 304 (15.1%) |
| Associates | 236 (11.7%) |
| Bachelors | 207 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 368 (18.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,923 ▼ 28% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $88,730 ▼ 68% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $550/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,694 |
| Vacant Units | 502 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Mercer County is located in Missouri and encompasses 2 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 3,254 residents. With a median age of 40.55, it is a middle-aged county.
Mercer County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,923 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.3%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 15.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Mercer County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $88,730 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $550. Homeownership rates are high at 77.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Mercer County are primarily White (90.84%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Mercer County, MO is a working-class area in Missouri. The 2 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.