Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 12.9% ▲ 29% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.8% ▼ 15% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 453 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,071 (35.1%) |
| Some College | 3,871 (15%) |
| Associates | 3,975 (15.4%) |
| Bachelors | 3,330 (12.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,157 (19.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,614 ▼ 22% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $161,384 ▼ 42% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $864/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 18,552 |
| Vacant Units | 1,677 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Pettis County is located in Missouri and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 42,774 residents. With a median age of 38.43, it is a middle-aged county.
Pettis County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $59,613 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.9% is above the national average.
Housing in Pettis County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $161,384 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $863. Homeownership rates are high at 69.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Pettis County are primarily White (82.43%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Pettis County, MO is a solidly middle-class area in Missouri. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65332 | Green Ridge | 2,023 | $61,882 | $219,800 | $1,006 | 0.5% | 32.4% |
| 65333 | Houstonia | 674 | $59,034 | $116,000 | $682 | 0.6% | 31.2% |
| 65334 | Hughesville | 1,080 | $65,903 | $173,100 | $1,116 | 1.0% | 32.7% |
| 65337 | La Monte | 1,786 | $66,063 | $166,200 | $681 | 2.8% | 29.6% |
| 65345 | Mora | 538 | $62,125 | — | $708 | 4.9% | 34.3% |
| 65301 | Sedalia | 35,347 | $58,906 | $159,700 | $865 | 4.3% | 32.8% |
| 65350 | Smithton | 1,326 | $60,486 | $124,200 | $810 | 3.9% | 38.1% |