Bolivar

Polk County, Missouri

Population 32K |Median income $59,647 |1 hospital

Population

32,444

Polk County

Median Income

$59,647

-12% vs avg

Median Home Value

$205,800

-10% vs avg

Median Age

38.1

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

32K+4%

Median Income

$59,647+51%

Median Home Value

$205,800+87%

Poverty Rate

16.3%-31%

Unemployment

4%-63%

Economics

Median Rent

$814/mo

Poverty Rate

16.3% +15% vs avg

Unemployment 4%

Bachelor's Degree+ 22.5%

Work From Home 9.3%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 91.8%

Two or More Ethnicities 3.7%

Asian 0.8%

African American 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

38.9%

Obesity

38.7%

High Blood Pressure

38%

Physical Inactivity

33.2%

Frequent Mental Distress

19%

Current Smoking

18.9%

Frequent Physical Distress

16.1%

Binge Drinking

16%

Diabetes

13%

Current Asthma

10.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 52.3%

Annual Checkup 78.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

9.8%

Coronary Heart Disease

8.1%

Stroke

4.1%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

4/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

CITIZENS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

BOLIVAR · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Bolivar Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Alexander, Catawba, Davie, Iredell, and Rowan Counties

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Charlotte Metro and Surrounding North Carolina Counties

NOAA · 36m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Rutherford, Polk, and Cleveland Counties in North Carolina

NOAA · 1h ago

Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway at Kellys Mountain in Snowy Monaro Region

NSW RFS · 12h ago

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Kansas City Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Colorado Mountains; Gusts Up to 80 MPH Expected

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Bolivar, MO? ▼

Bolivar, MO has a population of 32,444 people, located in Polk County, Missouri.

What is the median household income in Bolivar? ▼

The median household income in Bolivar, MO is $59,647 per year. The poverty rate is 16.3%.

What is the median home value in Bolivar? ▼

The median home value in Bolivar, MO is $205,800. Median rent is $814/month.

What are the top health concerns in Bolivar? ▼

The top health indicators in Bolivar include Short Sleep Duration (38.9%), Obesity (38.7%), High Blood Pressure (38%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Bolivar? ▼

Bolivar has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Bolivar? ▼

The median age in Bolivar, MO is 38.1 years. 22.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Bolivar, MO is located in Polk County, Missouri. With a population of 32K and a median household income of $59,647, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Bolivar area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Polk County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.