Macon County's 2026 population is estimated at 15,185, reflecting a 0.03% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Macon County is the 67th largest county in Missouri. The 2010 population was 15,580 and has grown -2.54% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.5 years
Female: 44.4 years
Male: 41.9 years
There are 11,663 adults, (3,378 of whom are seniors) in Macon County.
Female: 7,705 (50.8%)
Male: 7,458 (49.2%)
The racial composition of Macon County includes 92.05% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 13,958 | 92.05% |
| Two or more races | 654 | 4.31% |
| Black or African American | 323 | 2.13% |
| Other race | 112 | 0.74% |
| Asian | 93 | 0.61% |
| Native American | 23 | 0.15% |
Macon County 's average per capita income is $41,880. Household income levels show a median of $62,357. The poverty rate stands at 9.52%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $85,963 | - |
| Families | $77,592 | $85,341 |
| Households | $62,357 | $72,915 |
| Non Families | $34,589 | $47,012 |
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