Sikeston

Scott County, Missouri

Population 38K |Median income $62,782 |1 hospital

Population

37,933

Scott County

Median Income

$62,782

-8% vs avg

Median Home Value

$154,400

-32% vs avg

Median Age

39.7

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

38K-3%

Median Income

$62,782+54%

Median Home Value

$154,400+60%

Poverty Rate

12.8%-33%

Unemployment

2.9%-64%

Economics

Median Rent

$873/mo

Poverty Rate

12.8% -10% vs avg

Unemployment 2.9%

Bachelor's Degree+ 22.1%

Work From Home 4.4%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 81.7%

African American 9.2%

Two or More Ethnicities 6.4%

Asian 0.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

40.3%

High Blood Pressure

39.8%

Obesity

38.1%

Physical Inactivity

36.3%

Current Smoking

19.2%

Frequent Mental Distress

18.2%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.9%

Binge Drinking

14.7%

Diabetes

13.4%

Current Asthma

11%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.2%

Dental Visit 55.7%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

9.8%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.8%

Stroke

4.2%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

MISSOURI DELTA MEDICAL CENTER

SIKESTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Sikeston 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 Sikeston, MO? ▼

Sikeston, MO has a population of 37,933 people, located in Scott County, Missouri.

What is the median household income in Sikeston? ▼

The median household income in Sikeston, MO is $62,782 per year. The poverty rate is 12.8%.

What is the median home value in Sikeston? ▼

The median home value in Sikeston, MO is $154,400. Median rent is $873/month.

What are the top health concerns in Sikeston? ▼

The top health indicators in Sikeston include Short Sleep Duration (40.3%), High Blood Pressure (39.8%), Obesity (38.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Sikeston? ▼

Sikeston has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Sikeston? ▼

The median age in Sikeston, MO is 39.7 years. 22.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Sikeston, MO is located in Scott County, Missouri. With a population of 38K and a median household income of $62,782, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Sikeston 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 (Scott 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.