Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 27.0% ▲ 170% above avg |
| College Grads | 21.2% ▼ 45% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.7% ▲ 98% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 126 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,129 (49.2%) |
| Some College | 1,261 (15%) |
| Associates | 1,094 (13%) |
| Bachelors | 538 (6.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,248 (14.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $39,427 ▼ 48% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $115,944 ▼ 58% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $720/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,337 |
| Vacant Units | 1,214 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Pemiscot County is located in Missouri and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 10 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 14,844 residents. With a median age of 38.6, it is a middle-aged county.
Pemiscot County has a lower-income economic profile. The median household income of $39,426 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 9.7%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 27.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Pemiscot County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $115,944 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $719.
The residents of Pemiscot County are majority White (65.53%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 21.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Pemiscot County, MO is a lower-income area in Missouri. The 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63827 | Bragg City | 538 | $63,214 | $70,800 | — | 12.9% | 24.6% |
| 63830 | Caruthersville | 6,315 | $36,576 | $136,300 | $770 | 7.1% | 23.7% |
| 63839 | Cooter | 307 | $50,714 | $79,200 | $689 | 4.4% | 32.1% |
| 63840 | Deering | 57 | $46,250 | $45,600 | — | 0.0% | 12.9% |
| 63849 | Gobler | 221 | $88,071 | $117,300 | — | 0.0% | 2.0% |
| 63851 | Hayti | 3,366 | $28,650 | $74,200 | $662 | 14.5% | 11.8% |
| 63853 | Holland | 107 | $36,094 | $52,500 | — | 2.1% | 13.7% |
| 63877 | Steele | 3,059 | $45,483 | $151,100 | $674 | 13.4% | 23.7% |
| 63879 | Wardell | 741 | $51,176 | $54,900 | $758 | 1.1% | 27.5% |