Fort Leonard Wood

Pulaski County, Missouri

Population 54K |Median income $64,466 |1 hospital

Population

53,894

Pulaski County

Median Income

$64,466

-5% vs avg

Median Home Value

$189,800

-17% vs avg

Median Age

27.8

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

54K+2%

Median Income

$64,466+29%

Median Home Value

$189,800+56%

Poverty Rate

12.7%-1%

Unemployment

3.1%-52%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,112/mo

Poverty Rate

12.7% -11% vs avg

Unemployment 3.1%

Bachelor's Degree+ 25.8%

Work From Home 15.7%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 71.6%

African American 10.4%

Two or More Ethnicities 4.3%

Asian 2.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

42.7%

Obesity

35.8%

High Blood Pressure

28.5%

Physical Inactivity

26.6%

Binge Drinking

19.1%

Frequent Mental Distress

19.1%

Current Smoking

15%

Frequent Physical Distress

12.3%

Lack of Health Insurance

10.6%

Current Asthma

10.1%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 74%

Dental Visit 57.1%

Other Measures

Diabetes

8.6%

Coronary Heart Disease

4.5%

Stroke

2.5%

Alerts & News — Fort Leonard Wood 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 Fort Leonard Wood, MO? ▼

Fort Leonard Wood, MO has a population of 53,894 people, located in Pulaski County, Missouri.

What is the median household income in Fort Leonard Wood? ▼

The median household income in Fort Leonard Wood, MO is $64,466 per year. The poverty rate is 12.7%.

What is the median home value in Fort Leonard Wood? ▼

The median home value in Fort Leonard Wood, MO is $189,800. Median rent is $1,112/month.

What are the top health concerns in Fort Leonard Wood? ▼

The top health indicators in Fort Leonard Wood include Short Sleep Duration (42.7%), Obesity (35.8%), High Blood Pressure (28.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Fort Leonard Wood? ▼

Fort Leonard Wood has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Fort Leonard Wood? ▼

The median age in Fort Leonard Wood, MO is 27.8 years. 25.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Fort Leonard Wood, MO is located in Pulaski County, Missouri. With a population of 54K and a median household income of $64,466, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Fort Leonard Wood 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 (Pulaski 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.