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Chariton County, Missouri
Chariton County, Missouri. Chariton County had 7,377 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 0.4% since 2020, while Missouri grew 1.9%. It holds 26 places (10 cities, villages and boroughs, 15 towns and townships and 1 census-designated) and 3 census tracts. GEOID 29041.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
7,377
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 7,408 · ACS 2020-2024: 7,390
Median household income
$71,520
±$3,182 (90% margin)
Missouri: $70,702
Median home value
$160,900
±$14,858 (90% margin)
Missouri: $230,300
Median gross rent
$567
±$77 (90% margin)
Missouri: $1,033
How many people live in Chariton County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 7,408 residents in Chariton County. The Census Bureau estimates 7,377 for July 1, 2025, down 0.4% since 2020, while Missouri grew 1.9%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 7,390 over 751 square miles of land.
| Measure | Chariton County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 7,390 | 6,191,814 | −93 |
| Households | 2,681±127 | 2,508,227 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.67±0.12 | 2.40 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 3,788±21 | 2,825,287 | −355 |
Chariton County's population since 2000
From 8,438 in 2000 to 7,377 in 2025: down 12.6%. 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 Chariton County?
Chariton County holds 26 places: 10 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 15 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Salisbury Township with 2,439 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Salisbury Township | 2,440 | $72,288 |
|---|---|---|
| Salisbury | 1,563 | $65,329 |
| Brunswick Township | 1,250 | $46,389 |
| Keytesville Township | 875 | $75,243 |
| Brunswick | 801 | $39,531 |
| Keytesville | 440 | $40,682 |
| Clark TownshipGEOID 2904114014 | 426 | $106,250 |
| Musselfork TownshipGEOID 2904150924 | 379 | $62,841 |
| Yellow Creek Township, Chariton CountyGEOID 2904181286 | 294 | $59,423 |
| Mendon TownshipGEOID 2904147306 | 292 | $93,214 |
| Bee Branch TownshipGEOID 2904103952 | 278 | $78,618 |
| Cunningham TownshipGEOID 2904117776 | 206 | $61,250 |
| Chariton TownshipGEOID 2904113204 | 199 | $76,250 |
| Cockrell TownshipGEOID 2904115238 | 173 | $93,438 |
| Triplett TownshipGEOID 2904173888 | 165 | $85,417 |
| MendonGEOID 2947288 | 163 | $75,313 |
| Wayland TownshipGEOID 2904177902 | 163 | not published |
| Salt Creek TownshipGEOID 2904165486 | 161 | $49,306 |
| Bowling Green TownshipGEOID 2904107624 | 107 | not published |
| SumnerGEOID 2971620 | 78 | $45,000 |
| RothvilleGEOID 2963236 | 63 | $42,500 |
| Prairie HillGEOID 2959708 | 50 | not published |
| TriplettGEOID 2973870 | 33 | $76,250 |
| Glasgow | 1,087 | $50,446 |
| DaltonGEOID 2918118 | 7 | not published |
| Marceline | 2,123 | $63,355 |
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 Chariton County?
The median resident of Chariton County is 44.7 years old; 23.2% are under 18 and 24.9% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 92.7%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 3.0%. 0.7% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Chariton County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44.7±0.2 | 39.0 | −1.0 |
| Under 18 years | 23.2%±0.3 pts | 22.3% | – |
| 65 years and over | 24.9%±0.3 pts | 17.9% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% | 5.2% | – |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 92.7%±0.7 pts | 76.3% | −2.3 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.9%±0.5 pts | 10.9% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.3 pts | 2.1% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.5 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.5 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.0%±1.0 pts | 4.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 0.7%±0.4 pts | 4.5% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 2.3%±1.1 pts | 6.7% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.6%±1.7 pts | 7.3% | – |
| With a disability | 14.7%±1.8 pts | 14.9% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 4.8%±1.2 pts | 8.8% | −3.0 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 92.3%±1.4 pts | 91.9% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 22.6%±3.1 pts | 32.4% | +5.4 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 7.9%±2.1 pts | 12.6% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.9%±0.8 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 Chariton County earn?
Half of Chariton County's 2,681 households earn less than $71,520 a year (±$3,182), against $70,702 in Missouri. In 2015-2019 the median was $57,520 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $14,000 after inflation. 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Chariton County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $71,520±$3,182 | $70,702 | +$14,000 |
| Mean household income | $85,681±$5,212 | $96,247 | – |
| Per capita income | $32,928±$1,872 | $39,695 | +$3,511 |
| People below the poverty line | 8.8%±1.9 pts | 12.6% | −5.2 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 10.6%±4.8 pts | 15.8% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 7.0%±1.7 pts | 9.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 86.0%±2.5 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 Chariton County?
Owners occupy 83.5% of Chariton County's occupied homes and renters 16.5%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $160,900 by its owner (±$14,858). The median renter pays $567 a month including utilities, and 24.1% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Chariton County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $160,900±$14,858 | $230,300 | +$52,722 |
| Median gross rent | $567±$77 | $1,033 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 24.1%±6.7 pts | 36.6% | −12.3 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,130±$86 | $1,524 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 83.5%±3.0 pts | 68.1% | +5.2 pts |
| Housing units | 3,788±21 | 2,825,287 | −355 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.0%±1.5 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 2.6%±3.7 pts | 5.0% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 83.8%±2.6 pts | 70.5% | – |
| Mobile homes | 8.3%±1.8 pts | 5.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.0%±0.8 pts | 1.6% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 23.7%±3.0 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 Chariton County building?
Builders took permits for 2 new housing units across Chariton County in 2025 (2 single-family), 0.3 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 Chariton County get to work?
80.0% of Chariton County's workers drive alone and 8.4% work from home. The average trip to work takes 22.7 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.5%.
| Measure | Chariton County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 59.8%±2.2 pts | 63.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.5%±1.7 pts | 4.0% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 80.0%±2.9 pts | 74.8% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.1%±2.6 pts | 8.1% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.4%±0.3 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Walked | 1.5%±1.0 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Worked from home | 8.4%±1.7 pts | 13.0% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 22.7 min±1.5 | 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 Chariton County's census tracts?
Chariton County is divided into 3 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $56,750 (Tract 4702) to $78,726 (Tract 4701).
| Tract 470129041470100 | 2,137±198 | $78,726 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 470229041470200 | 2,404±208 | $56,750 |
| Tract 470329041470300 | 2,849±258 | $72,432 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Chariton County compare with Missouri's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 100th of 115 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 86th of 115 |
| Residents per square mile | 106th of 115 |
| Median household income | 18th of 115 |
| Median home value | 67th of 115 |
| Median gross rent | 111th of 115 |
| Poverty rate | 102nd of 115 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 34th of 115 |
| Median age | 22nd 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
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