County · Missouri
Barry County, Missouri
Barry County, Missouri. Barry County had 36,200 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 4.8% since 2020, faster than Missouri (+1.9%). It holds 15 places (12 cities, villages and boroughs and 3 census-designated) and 10 census tracts. GEOID 29009.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
36,200
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 34,534 · ACS 2020-2024: 35,033
Median household income
$58,346
±$2,677 (90% margin)
Missouri: $70,702
Median home value
$187,800
±$14,691 (90% margin)
Missouri: $230,300
Median gross rent
$766
±$30 (90% margin)
Missouri: $1,033
How many people live in Barry County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 34,534 residents in Barry County. The Census Bureau estimates 36,200 for July 1, 2025, up 4.8% since 2020, faster than Missouri (+1.9%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 35,033 over 778 square miles of land.
| Measure | Barry County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 35,033 | 6,191,814 | −497 |
| Households | 13,336±451 | 2,508,227 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.61±0.09 | 2.40 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 17,063±35 | 2,825,287 | −567 |
Barry County's population since 2000
From 34,010 in 2000 to 36,200 in 2025: up 6.4%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Barry County?
Barry County holds 15 places: 12 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 3 census-designated places. The largest is Monett with 10,248 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Monett | 9,576 | $49,390 |
|---|---|---|
| Cassville | 3,190 | $60,469 |
| Purdy | 1,031 | $36,711 |
| Seligman | 813 | $47,798 |
| Shell Knob | 1,254 | $54,925 |
| Exeter | 733 | $47,625 |
| WheatonGEOID 2979126 | 672 | $37,813 |
| Washburn | 407 | $66,250 |
| Butterfield | 378 | $54,375 |
| GoldenGEOID 2927658 | 275 | $46,488 |
| Emerald BeachGEOID 2922250 | 212 | $45,781 |
| Eagle RockGEOID 2920656 | 193 | not published |
| Chain-O-LakesGEOID 2913015 | 106 | $29,000 |
| Arrow PointGEOID 2902034 | 75 | $38,750 |
| Pierce City | 1,251 | $51,121 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Barry County?
The median resident of Barry County is 43.4 years old; 22.8% are under 18 and 22.0% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 80.2%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 10.2%. 4.8% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Barry County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43.4±0.5 | 39.0 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 22.8% | 22.3% | – |
| 65 years and over | 22.0%±0.3 pts | 17.9% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 10.2% | 5.2% | +0.9 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 80.2%±1.1 pts | 76.3% | −5.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 10.9% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 2.0%±0.5 pts | 2.1% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.9%±0.6 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 6.4%±1.1 pts | 4.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 4.8%±0.8 pts | 4.5% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 9.4%±1.1 pts | 6.7% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.0%±0.9 pts | 7.3% | – |
| With a disability | 16.0%±1.4 pts | 14.9% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 12.1%±2.3 pts | 8.8% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 86.1%±1.5 pts | 91.9% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 14.6%±2.4 pts | 32.4% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 5.0%±1.0 pts | 12.6% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.9%±0.6 pts | 2.5% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Barry County earn?
Half of Barry County's 13,336 households earn less than $58,346 a year (±$2,677), against $70,702 in Missouri. In 2015-2019 it was $54,647 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Barry County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $58,346±$2,677 | $70,702 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $80,612±$5,265 | $96,247 | – |
| Per capita income | $31,611±$2,147 | $39,695 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 15.2%±2.3 pts | 12.6% | −5.9 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 20.4%±5.1 pts | 15.8% | −12.1 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 11.0%±1.6 pts | 9.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 84.5%±2.2 pts | 89.3% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Barry County?
Owners occupy 77.3% of Barry County's occupied homes and renters 22.7%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $187,800 by its owner (±$14,691). The median renter pays $766 a month including utilities, and 35.7% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Barry County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $187,800±$14,691 | $230,300 | +$39,378 |
| Median gross rent | $766±$30 | $1,033 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 35.7%±6.9 pts | 36.6% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,236±$60 | $1,524 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 77.3%±2.6 pts | 68.1% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 17,063±35 | 2,825,287 | −567 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.8%±1.2 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 4.6%±3.5 pts | 5.0% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 74.1%±2.5 pts | 70.5% | – |
| Mobile homes | 14.5%±1.9 pts | 5.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.3%±0.8 pts | 1.6% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 10.2%±1.9 pts | 13.3% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Barry County building?
Builders took permits for 70 new housing units across Barry County in 2025 (32 single-family), 1.9 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Barry County get to work?
72.3% of Barry County's workers drive alone and 10.5% work from home. The average trip to work takes 23.7 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.6%.
| Measure | Barry County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 56.1%±1.8 pts | 63.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.6%±1.4 pts | 4.0% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 72.3%±3.1 pts | 74.8% | – |
| Carpooled | 14.9%±2.9 pts | 8.1% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.4%±0.4 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Walked | 1.5%±0.6 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Worked from home | 10.5%±1.8 pts | 13.0% | +3.9 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 23.7 min±1.7 | 23.5 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Barry County's census tracts?
Barry County is divided into 10 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $52,647 (Tract 9606) to $72,686 (Tract 9602.01).
| Tract 9601.0129009960101 | 2,538±460 | $66,008 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9601.0229009960102 | 2,675±461 | $53,233 |
| Tract 9602.0129009960201 | 2,892±722 | $72,686 |
| Tract 9602.0229009960202 | 3,457±588 | $58,929 |
| Tract 9603.0129009960301 | 3,626±277 | $54,079 |
| Tract 9603.0229009960302 | 3,234±328 | $60,590 |
| Tract 9604.0129009960401 | 4,447±498 | $60,724 |
| Tract 9604.0229009960402 | 4,057±550 | $57,039 |
| Tract 960529009960500 | 5,524±708 | $61,563 |
| Tract 960629009960600 | 2,583±524 | $52,647 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Barry County compare with Missouri's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 34th of 115 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 21st of 115 |
| Residents per square mile | 41st of 115 |
| Median household income | 65th of 115 |
| Median home value | 39th of 115 |
| Median gross rent | 59th of 115 |
| Poverty rate | 49th of 115 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 101st of 115 |
| Median age | 32nd of 115 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Barry County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.