Demographics in Sikeston, MO

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

Where is Sikeston?

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Population

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

Total Population

16,231

Male

7,496

46.2%

Female

8,735

53.8%

Median Age

37.0

Race & Ethnicity

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

White

67.7%

Black

24.9%

Hispanic

2.8%

Asian

0.4%

Two or More

7.0%

Education & Household

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

Bachelor's or Higher

16.6%

High School or Higher

42.3%

Foreign Born

1.2%

Veterans

5.4%

Married

35.1%

Avg Household Size

2.3

Marital Status by Age

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

Sikeston, MO has a population of 16,231 with a median age of 37.0. The racial makeup is 67.7% White, 2.8% Hispanic, 24.9% Black. About 16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 1.2%.