Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
| Below Poverty | 16.5% ▲ 65% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.3% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 174 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,223 (42.8%) |
| Some College | 1,878 (15.4%) |
| Associates | 1,599 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,268 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,054 (16.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,350 ▼ 35% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $160,594 ▼ 42% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $582/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,277 |
| Vacant Units | 1,532 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Wright County is located in Missouri and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 20,967 residents. With a median age of 41.15, it is a middle-aged county.
Wright County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $49,350 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 16.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Wright County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $160,594 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $582. Homeownership rates are high at 77.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Wright County are primarily White (91.51%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Wright County, MO is a working-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.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65660 | Graff | 193 | $73,482 | $116,400 | — | 0.0% | 44.9% |
| 65662 | Grovespring | 1,167 | $49,063 | $157,800 | — | 2.6% | 14.5% |
| 65667 | Hartville | 3,318 | $40,962 | $209,800 | $478 | 4.8% | 16.8% |
| 65702 | Macomb | 235 | $58,884 | $258,300 | — | 7.6% | 18.0% |
| 65704 | Mansfield | 4,587 | $46,113 | $197,000 | $461 | 11.1% | 34.1% |
| 65711 | Mountain Grove | 8,690 | $51,154 | $120,600 | $686 | 1.3% | 30.3% |
| 65717 | Norwood | 2,777 | $56,713 | $162,800 | $584 | 4.6% | 24.0% |