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Maryville, MO Micro Area

Maryville, MO · Micro Area

20,774Population

A micropolitan statistical area of 1 county. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$59,315
Median home value
$177,500
Land area
877 sq mi
24 people per sq mi

Market now

Counties in this micro area

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

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Nodaway County, MOCentral20,774$59,315$177,500

Largest cities and towns

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

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Polk, MO—13,968$57,294
Maryville, MOCity10,428$53,352
Jackson, MO—1,103$62,857
Jefferson, MO—742$60,750
Nodaway, MO—634$50,917
Atchison, MO—578$79,261
Grant, MO—574$54,464
Ravenwood, MOTown563$60,250
Hopkins (Township), MO—535$45,313
White Cloud, MO—503$86,979
Burlington Junction, MOCity397$50,750
Hopkins, MOCity388$37,500
Monroe, MO—362$56,563
Washington, MO—357$68,889
Lincoln, MO—337$66,979
Hughes, MO—301$53,409
Union, MO—292$74,750
Independence, MO—262$42,386
Green, MO—226$85,694
Elmo, MOCity217$64,688
Conception Junction, MOTown217$47,500
Conception, MOCDP202$50,417
Skidmore, MOCity189$55,313
Parnell, MOCity189$41,591
Barnard, MOCity186$26,033

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
17.1%
Unemployment
2.4%
College Educated
27.9%
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
$59,315
Mean Household Income
$74,940

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male
49.9%
Female
50.1%

Population Split

Male49.9%
Female50.1%

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

German27.0%
Irish12.1%
English10.8%
Scottish3.0%
Italian1.7%
French1.7%
Polish1.0%
Mexican0.7%
African0.2%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

2.1%Foreign Born
97.9%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized19.3%
Non-Citizen80.7%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later80.2%
Before 201019.8%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
9,536
Median Rent
$786/mo
Median Home Value
$177,500
Median Year Built
1977

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
6,641
College Enrollment
50.9%
High School
11.8%
College Educated
27.9%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
15.8 min
Drive Alone Rate
79.2%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work From Home
6.7%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18
17.0%
18-34 Years
34.1%
35-64 Years
31.1%
65+ Years
17.8%

Population Composition

Under 1817.0%
18-3434.1%
35-6431.1%
65+17.8%

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
43.4%
Single Parent
3.7%
Living Alone
32.4%
Avg Size
2.15

Household Types

Married Couples43.4%
Single Parent3.7%
Living Alone32.4%

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
$30,440
SNAP Usage
8.3%
Health Insurance
92.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k19.3%
$25k - $50k23.2%
$50k - $100k31.3%
$100k+26.3%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
15.1%
Retail Trade
12.1%
Education & Health Care
29.4%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

13.2%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

92.5%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
85.7%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
93.2%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
83.9
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
190.8
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)

The BEA publishes price levels for metro areas only, so for this micro area the cost-of-living figure is the state's average for areas outside metros.