Carthage

Jasper County, Missouri

Population 124K |Median income $60,694 |3 hospitals

Population

124,357

Jasper County

Median Income

$60,694

-11% vs avg

Median Home Value

$166,900

-27% vs avg

Median Age

36.8

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

124K+6%

Median Income

$60,694+50%

Median Home Value

$166,900+70%

Poverty Rate

17%-8%

Unemployment

3.6%-57%

Economics

Median Rent

$973/mo

Poverty Rate

17% +20% vs avg

Unemployment 3.6%

Bachelor's Degree+ 25.3%

Work From Home 8.8%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 83.3%

Two or More Ethnicities 3.8%

African American 1.8%

Asian 1.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

40%

Obesity

40%

High Blood Pressure

37.3%

Physical Inactivity

32.4%

Frequent Mental Distress

19.2%

Current Smoking

18.5%

Binge Drinking

15.9%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.7%

Diabetes

12.8%

Lack of Health Insurance

10.9%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 77%

Dental Visit 57.5%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10.8%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.2%

Stroke

3.8%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

1.5/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

FREEMAN HEALTH SYSTEM - FREEMAN WEST

JOPLIN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

MERCY HOSPITAL JOPLIN

JOPLIN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Carthage 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 · 35m 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 Carthage, MO? ▼

Carthage, MO has a population of 124,357 people, located in Jasper County, Missouri.

What is the median household income in Carthage? ▼

The median household income in Carthage, MO is $60,694 per year. The poverty rate is 17%.

What is the median home value in Carthage? ▼

The median home value in Carthage, MO is $166,900. Median rent is $973/month.

What are the top health concerns in Carthage? ▼

The top health indicators in Carthage include Short Sleep Duration (40%), Obesity (40%), High Blood Pressure (37.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Carthage? ▼

Carthage has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 1.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Carthage? ▼

The median age in Carthage, MO is 36.8 years. 25.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Carthage, MO is located in Jasper County, Missouri. With a population of 124K and a median household income of $60,694, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 1.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Carthage 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 (Jasper 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.