| City | Rank | 2026 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Annual Change | Density (/mi²) | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hermitage | 1 | 665 | 623 | 1.06% | 513 | 1 | City |
| Weaubleau | 2 | 421 | 380 | 1.45% | 487 | 1 | City |
| Wheatland | 3 | 309 | 279 | 1.64% | 265 | 1 | City |
| Preston | 4 | 184 | 165 | 1.66% | 244 | 1 | Village |
| Cross Timbers | 5 | 137 | 122 | 1.48% | 306 | 0 | City |
Hermitage is the largest city in Hickory County, with a population of 665.
Cross Timbers is the smallest city in Hickory County, with a population of 137.
There are 5 cities in Hickory County, Missouri.