Howard County's 2026 population is estimated at 10,218, reflecting a 0.33% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Howard County is the 84th largest county in Missouri. The 2010 population was 10,141 and has grown 0.76% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39 years
Female: 39.8 years
Male: 37.9 years
There are 7,992 adults, (2,042 of whom are seniors) in Howard County.
Female: 5,061 (49.9%)
Male: 5,086 (50.1%)
The racial composition of Howard County includes 86.52% White, 5.53% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Native American, other race, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 8,779 | 86.52% |
| Black or African American | 561 | 5.53% |
| Two or more races | 542 | 5.34% |
| Native American | 151 | 1.49% |
| Other race | 88 | 0.87% |
| Asian | 21 | 0.21% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 5 | 0.05% |
Howard County 's average per capita income is $44,196. Household income levels show a median of $65,938. The poverty rate stands at 12.04%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $93,542 | - |
| Families | $80,032 | $96,008 |
| Households | $65,938 | $83,071 |
| Non Families | $37,824 | $50,906 |
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