Poplar Bluff

MO

Butler County, Missouri

Population 42K |Median income $49,089 |2 hospitals

Population
42,020
Butler County
Median Income
$49,089
-28% vs avg
Median Home Value
$145,100
-36% vs avg
Median Age
39.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
42K-2%
Median Income
$49,089+40%
Median Home Value
$145,100+62%
Poverty Rate
20.5%-3%
Unemployment
4.8%-49%

Economics

Median Rent
$780/mo
Poverty Rate
20.5% +44% vs avg
Unemployment 4.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 15.8%
Work From Home 5.4%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 86.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 5.6%
African American 4.7%
Asian 0.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
42.5%
Obesity
41.1%
Short Sleep Duration
38.6%
Physical Inactivity
37.7%
Current Smoking
22.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
20.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
18.5%
Diabetes
15.3%
Binge Drinking
14.4%
Current Asthma
11.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.4%
Dental Visit 53.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
11.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
9%
Stroke
4.8%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
POPLAR BLUFF REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
POPLAR BLUFF · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Poplar Bluff 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 Poplar Bluff, MO? ▼
Poplar Bluff, MO has a population of 42,020 people, located in Butler County, Missouri.
What is the median household income in Poplar Bluff? ▼
The median household income in Poplar Bluff, MO is $49,089 per year. The poverty rate is 20.5%.
What is the median home value in Poplar Bluff? ▼
The median home value in Poplar Bluff, MO is $145,100. Median rent is $780/month.
What are the top health concerns in Poplar Bluff? ▼
The top health indicators in Poplar Bluff include High Blood Pressure (42.5%), Obesity (41.1%), Short Sleep Duration (38.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Poplar Bluff? ▼
Poplar Bluff has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Poplar Bluff? ▼
The median age in Poplar Bluff, MO is 39.5 years. 15.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Poplar Bluff, MO is located in Butler County, Missouri. With a population of 42K and a median household income of $49,089, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Poplar Bluff 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 (Butler 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.