Bates County's 2026 population is estimated at 16,730, reflecting a 1.01% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Bates County is the 64th largest county in Missouri. The 2010 population was 17,026 and has grown -1.74% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.4 years
Female: 42.4 years
Male: 40.5 years
There are 12,497 adults, (3,131 of whom are seniors) in Bates County.
Female: 8,016 (49.5%)
Male: 8,170 (50.5%)
The racial composition of Bates County includes 92.71% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, Native American, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 15,006 | 92.71% |
| Two or more races | 695 | 4.29% |
| Black or African American | 346 | 2.14% |
| Asian | 65 | 0.4% |
| Native American | 38 | 0.23% |
| Other race | 36 | 0.22% |
Bates County 's average per capita income is $40,396. Household income levels show a median of $60,733. The poverty rate stands at 15.86%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $90,214 | - |
| Families | $79,783 | $91,162 |
| Households | $60,733 | $75,381 |
| Non Families | $31,409 | $39,937 |
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