McDonald County's 2026 population is estimated at 23,928, reflecting a -0.26% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). McDonald County is the 46th largest county in Missouri. The 2010 population was 23,071 and has grown 3.71% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.2 years
Female: 40.1 years
Male: 37 years
There are 17,664 adults, (3,687 of whom are seniors) in McDonald County.
Female: 11,561 (48.8%)
Male: 12,140 (51.2%)
The racial composition of McDonald County includes 70.12% White, 6.88% other race, 3.84% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 16,618 | 70.12% |
| Two or more races | 3,401 | 14.35% |
| Other race | 1,631 | 6.88% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 910 | 3.84% |
| Black or African American | 466 | 1.97% |
| Native American | 355 | 1.5% |
| Asian | 320 | 1.35% |
McDonald County 's average per capita income is $37,756. Household income levels show a median of $52,375. The poverty rate stands at 16.78%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $68,641 | - |
| Families | $58,489 | $76,023 |
| Households | $52,375 | $69,959 |
| Non Families | $35,343 | $45,840 |
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