Cedar County's 2026 population is estimated at 15,657, reflecting a 2.07% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Cedar County is the 65th largest county in Missouri. The 2010 population was 13,969 and has grown 12.08% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43 years
Female: 45.3 years
Male: 40.4 years
There are 11,105 adults, (3,380 of whom are seniors) in Cedar County.
Female: 7,171 (49.1%)
Male: 7,444 (50.9%)
The racial composition of Cedar County includes 92.97% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 13,588 | 92.97% |
| Two or more races | 723 | 4.95% |
| Other race | 179 | 1.22% |
| Black or African American | 72 | 0.49% |
| Native American | 49 | 0.34% |
| Asian | 4 | 0.03% |
Cedar County 's average per capita income is $36,779. Household income levels show a median of $48,181. The poverty rate stands at 16.98%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $76,953 | - |
| Families | $70,756 | $97,230 |
| Households | $48,181 | $74,499 |
| Non Families | $26,795 | $35,539 |
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