St. Louis city's 2026 population is estimated at 273,541, reflecting a -1.11% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). St. Louis city is the 5th largest county in Missouri. The 2010 population was 319,367 and has grown -14.35% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 36.8 years
Female: 37.3 years
Male: 36.3 years
There are 235,642 adults, (44,707 of whom are seniors) in St. Louis city.
Female: 148,716 (51.5%)
Male: 139,796 (48.5%)
The racial composition of St. Louis city includes 45.49% White, 42.26% Black or African American, 3.54% Asian, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 131,235 | 45.49% |
| Black or African American | 121,932 | 42.26% |
| Two or more races | 18,650 | 6.46% |
| Asian | 10,200 | 3.54% |
| Other race | 5,695 | 1.97% |
| Native American | 723 | 0.25% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 77 | 0.03% |
St. Louis city 's average per capita income is $48,812. Household income levels show a median of $56,160. The poverty rate stands at 20.64%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $114,304 | $145,003 |
| Families | $77,866 | $107,548 |
| Households | $56,160 | $81,764 |
| Non Families | $42,444 | $61,344 |
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