Howell County's 2026 population is estimated at 40,872, reflecting a 0.13% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Howell County is the 29th largest county in Missouri. The 2010 population was 40,544 and has grown 0.81% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.3 years
Female: 41.1 years
Male: 39.8 years
There are 30,642 adults, (8,046 of whom are seniors) in Howell County.
Female: 20,717 (51.3%)
Male: 19,666 (48.7%)
The racial composition of Howell County includes 92.05% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 37,171 | 92.05% |
| Two or more races | 2,060 | 5.1% |
| Other race | 644 | 1.59% |
| Black or African American | 216 | 0.53% |
| Asian | 183 | 0.45% |
| Native American | 107 | 0.26% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 2 | 0% |
Howell County 's average per capita income is $36,192. Household income levels show a median of $50,993. The poverty rate stands at 20.31%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $75,053 | - |
| Families | $59,699 | $79,383 |
| Households | $50,993 | $66,539 |
| Non Families | $26,970 | $36,436 |
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