Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 10.9% ▲ 9% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.9% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 126 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,029 (43.6%) |
| Some College | 1,335 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 1,367 (11.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,037 (9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,629 (22.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,130 ▼ 16% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $187,396 ▼ 33% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $927/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,253 |
| Vacant Units | 1,213 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Perry County is located in Missouri and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 18,320 residents. With a median age of 41.32, it is a middle-aged county.
Perry County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,129 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 10.9% is near the national average.
Housing in Perry County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $187,396 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $926. Homeownership rates are high at 76.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Perry County are primarily White (93.47%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Perry County, MO is a solidly middle-class area in Missouri. The 7 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.