Joplin, MO-KS Metro Area

Joplin, MO-KS · Metro Area

203,626Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 3 counties (1 central, 2 outlying), part of the Joplin-Miami, MO-OK-KS combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $61,901
Median home value: $165,500
Land area: 1,851 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Jasper County, MO	Central	124,357	$60,694	$166,900
Newton County, MO	Outlying	60,118	$66,301	$190,700
Cherokee County, KS	Outlying	19,151	$57,668	$100,100

Largest cities and towns

64 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Joplin, MO	City	52,593	$52,097
Carthage, MO	City	15,574	$51,328
Neosho, MO	City	13,224	$57,891
Webb City, MO	City	13,221	$65,469
Carl Junction, MO	City	8,339	$82,879
Baxter Springs, KS	City	3,855	$51,404
Columbus, KS	City	2,881	$37,961
Oronogo, MO	City	2,804	$91,563
Galena, KS	City	2,754	$49,006
Granby, MO	City	2,745	$48,864
Garden, KS	—	2,721	$86,074
Duquesne, MO	Village	2,257	$54,135
Carterville, MO	City	2,074	$58,849
Duenweg, MO	City	1,918	$63,375
Seneca, MO	City	1,906	$46,023
Sarcoxie, MO	City	1,574	$41,705
Spring Valley, KS	—	1,241	$86,429
Loma Linda, MO	Town	1,239	$92,292
Airport Drive, MO	Village	941	$69,063
Diamond, MO	Town	914	$73,587
Weir, KS	City	855	$58,828
Ross, KS	—	812	$63,636
Jasper, MO	City	808	$51,458
Crawford, KS	—	784	$63,929
Riverton, KS	CDP	769	$90,365

Also in the Joplin-Miami, MO-OK-KS combined area

Miami, OK · micro · 30,341

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Unemployment

4.3%

College Educated

24.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$61,901

Mean Household Income

$80,895

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.2%

Female

50.8%

Population Split

Male49.2%

Female50.8%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German16.8%

English13.3%

Irish11.9%

Mexican4.0%

Scottish2.2%

Italian1.7%

French1.7%

Polish0.9%

African0.2%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

3.9%Foreign Born

96.1%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized36.5%

Non-Citizen63.5%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later34.1%

Before 201065.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

88,475

Median Rent

$928/mo

Median Home Value

$165,500

Median Year Built

1983

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

48,361

College Enrollment

16.9%

High School

22.0%

College Educated

24.2%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

20.4 min

Drive Alone Rate

79.9%

Public Transit

0.2%

Work From Home

8.4%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.2%

18-34 Years

21.7%

35-64 Years

36.8%

65+ Years

17.3%

Population Composition

Under 1824.2%

18-3421.7%

35-6436.8%

65+17.3%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

48.6%

Single Parent

7.2%

Living Alone

27.5%

Avg Size

2.51

Household Types

Married Couples48.6%

Single Parent7.2%

Living Alone27.5%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$32,117

SNAP Usage

13.9%

Health Insurance

87.8%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k18.5%

$25k - $50k22.4%

$50k - $100k33.2%

$100k+25.9%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

16.7%

Retail Trade

12.7%

Education & Health Care

23.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

16.7%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

87.8%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

88.5%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

94.9%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

85.7

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

184.1

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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Also in the Joplin-Miami, MO-OK-KS combined area

Demographic Rates

Race & Ethnicity

Income Profile

Income Distribution

Sex Distribution

Population Split

Ancestry

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

Citizenship Status

Period of Entry

Housing Characteristics

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Education Enrollment

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Transportation & Commute

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Age Distribution

Population Composition

Household Composition

Household Types

Economic Profile

Household Income Breakdown

Key Industries

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

Health Insurance Coverage

Technology Access

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Housing Affordability