Vernon County's 2026 population is estimated at 19,825, reflecting a 0.1% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Vernon County is the 56th largest county in Missouri. The 2010 population was 21,160 and has grown -6.31% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.9 years
Female: 42.7 years
Male: 41.2 years
There are 14,993 adults, (4,048 of whom are seniors) in Vernon County.
Female: 9,998 (50.8%)
Male: 9,689 (49.2%)
The racial composition of Vernon County includes 93.09% 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 | 18,326 | 93.09% |
| Two or more races | 699 | 3.55% |
| Other race | 305 | 1.55% |
| Black or African American | 177 | 0.9% |
| Asian | 155 | 0.79% |
| Native American | 24 | 0.12% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 1 | 0.01% |
Vernon County 's average per capita income is $36,964. Household income levels show a median of $52,230. The poverty rate stands at 18.79%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $75,625 | - |
| Families | $68,721 | $81,785 |
| Households | $52,230 | $65,264 |
| Non Families | $32,288 | $39,414 |
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