Demographics in Jefferson City, MO

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Jefferson City?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

42,565

Male

21,943

51.6%

Female

20,622

48.4%

Median Age

39.1

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

72.5%

Black

17.4%

Hispanic

4.2%

Asian

2.8%

Two or More

5.5%

Other

1.5%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

26.0%

High School or Higher

46.6%

Foreign Born

4.5%

Veterans

5.8%

Married

37.3%

Avg Household Size

2.2

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Jefferson City, MO has a population of 42,565 with a median age of 39.1. The racial makeup is 72.5% White, 4.2% Hispanic, 17.4% Black, 2.8% Asian. About 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 4.5%.