County · Missouri
Montgomery County, Missouri
Montgomery County, Missouri. Montgomery County had 11,590 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 2.4% since 2020, in line with Missouri (+1.9%). It holds 12 places (9 cities, villages and boroughs and 3 census-designated) and 4 census tracts. GEOID 29139.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
11,590
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 11,322 · ACS 2020-2024: 11,426
Median household income
$65,500
±$5,054 (90% margin)
Missouri: $70,702
Median home value
$178,700
±$13,995 (90% margin)
Missouri: $230,300
Median gross rent
$788
±$35 (90% margin)
Missouri: $1,033
How many people live in Montgomery County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 11,322 residents in Montgomery County. The Census Bureau estimates 11,590 for July 1, 2025, up 2.4% since 2020, in line with Missouri (+1.9%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 11,426 over 535 square miles of land.
| Measure | Montgomery County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 11,426 | 6,191,814 | −61 |
| Households | 4,640±199 | 2,508,227 | −374 |
| Average household size | 2.41±0.10 | 2.40 | +0.19 |
| Housing units | 5,832±28 | 2,825,287 | −408 |
Montgomery County's population since 2000
From 12,136 in 2000 to 11,590 in 2025: down 4.5%. 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 Montgomery County?
Montgomery County holds 12 places: 9 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 3 census-designated places. The largest is Montgomery City with 2,782 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Montgomery City | 2,811 | $57,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Wellsville | 998 | $61,429 |
| Jonesburg | 726 | $74,821 |
| New Florence | 641 | $42,174 |
| Bellflower | 325 | $45,313 |
| High Hill | 186 | $63,750 |
| Middletown | 171 | $50,625 |
| Big SpringGEOID 2905608 | 149 | $100,500 |
| RhinelandGEOID 2961328 | 139 | $95,625 |
| McKittrickGEOID 2945200 | 77 | not published |
| DanvilleGEOID 2918190 | 28 | not published |
| BuellGEOID 2909496 | 25 | not published |
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 Montgomery County?
The median resident of Montgomery County is 43.6 years old; 21.9% are under 18 and 20.5% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 92.3%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 3.9%. 0.9% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Montgomery County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43.6±0.4 | 39.0 | −0.9 |
| Under 18 years | 21.9% | 22.3% | – |
| 65 years and over | 20.5%±0.3 pts | 17.9% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.3% | 5.2% | +0.3 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 92.3%±0.6 pts | 76.3% | −1.8 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.4 pts | 10.9% | −0.6 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 2.1% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.3 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.9%±0.9 pts | 4.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 0.9%±0.4 pts | 4.5% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 2.1%±0.7 pts | 6.7% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 9.3%±1.6 pts | 7.3% | – |
| With a disability | 18.2%±1.8 pts | 14.9% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 9.9%±1.6 pts | 8.8% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 88.7%±1.7 pts | 91.9% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 17.7%±2.9 pts | 32.4% | +3.7 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 4.8%±1.2 pts | 12.6% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.8%±0.4 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 Montgomery County earn?
Half of Montgomery County's 4,640 households earn less than $65,500 a year (±$5,054), against $70,702 in Missouri. In 2015-2019 the median was $57,544 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $7,956 after inflation. 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Montgomery County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $65,500±$5,054 | $70,702 | +$7,956 |
| Mean household income | $77,097±$5,036 | $96,247 | – |
| Per capita income | $30,947±$1,773 | $39,695 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 13.9%±2.1 pts | 12.6% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 14.4%±4.0 pts | 15.8% | −11.9 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 11.1%±2.4 pts | 9.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 85.0%±2.4 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 Montgomery County?
Owners occupy 73.4% of Montgomery County's occupied homes and renters 26.6%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $178,700 by its owner (±$13,995). The median renter pays $788 a month including utilities, and 27.7% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Montgomery County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $178,700±$13,995 | $230,300 | +$45,662 |
| Median gross rent | $788±$35 | $1,033 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 27.7%±7.1 pts | 36.6% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,313±$47 | $1,524 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 73.4%±3.6 pts | 68.1% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 5,832±28 | 2,825,287 | −408 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.6%±1.2 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 1.7%±1.7 pts | 5.0% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 79.5%±2.9 pts | 70.5% | – |
| Mobile homes | 11.8%±2.7 pts | 5.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.2%±0.9 pts | 1.6% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 16.2%±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 Montgomery County building?
Builders took permits for 57 new housing units across Montgomery County in 2025 (57 single-family), 4.9 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 Montgomery County get to work?
75.4% of Montgomery County's workers drive alone and 9.0% work from home. The average trip to work takes 28.7 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.0%.
| Measure | Montgomery County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 57.4%±2.7 pts | 63.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.0%±1.0 pts | 4.0% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 75.4%±3.1 pts | 74.8% | – |
| Carpooled | 10.9%±2.3 pts | 8.1% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.7 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Walked | 2.9%±1.6 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Worked from home | 9.0%±1.9 pts | 13.0% | +5.5 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 28.7 min±1.6 | 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 Montgomery County's census tracts?
Montgomery County is divided into 4 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $62,545 (Tract 9702) to $71,250 (Tract 9703).
| Tract 970129139970100 | 2,604±221 | $63,583 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 970229139970200 | 3,703±255 | $62,545 |
| Tract 970329139970300 | 2,737±325 | $71,250 |
| Tract 970429139970400 | 2,382±248 | $68,156 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Montgomery County compare with Missouri's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 79th of 115 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 47th of 115 |
| Residents per square mile | 76th of 115 |
| Median household income | 32nd of 115 |
| Median home value | 43rd of 115 |
| Median gross rent | 45th of 115 |
| Poverty rate | 60th of 115 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 62nd of 115 |
| Median age | 27th 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 Montgomery 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.