Where does this demographic data come from?

All demographic data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, which samples about 3.5 million households annually. The 5-year estimates provide the most reliable data for small geographies like municipalities.

What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

How accurate is this data for small towns?

For smaller municipalities, ACS estimates have wider margins of error because fewer residents are sampled. The 5-year estimates reduce this uncertainty by averaging over a longer period. For towns under 5,000 people, treat specific numbers as approximations rather than precise counts.

Silex, MO

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

355population

33.1median age

This community is a community of 355 with a median age of 33.1. The population is predominantly White (93%) with a significant Two or More community (7%). Median household income is $56,667. 83.5% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 11.8% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 55.6%, with a median home value of $112,500.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

93%330

Two or More

7%25

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

0.9%2

High School Diploma

35.8%76

Some College (<1 yr)

3.3%7

Some College (1+ yr)

12.7%27

Associate's Degree

18.9%40

Bachelor's Degree

5.7%12

Master's Degree

0.5%1

Professional Degree

5.7%12

HS or Higher

83.5%

BA or Higher

11.8%

Graduate+

6.1%

Housingi

$112,500median home value

$695median rent

55.6%homeownership

99total units

27.3%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 55.6%

Renter 44.4%

Home Values

$50K–$100K

50%20

$100K–$150K

2.5%1

$150K–$200K

30%12

$200K–$300K

17.5%7

Rent Distribution

$500–$750

$750–$1,000

$1,000–$1,250

Year Built

2020 or later

1%1

2010–2019

57.6%57

2000–2009

2%2

1990–1999

29.3%29

1980–1989

8.1%8

1960–1969

2%2

Heating Fuel

Electricity

97.2%70

Bottled/LP Gas

1.4%1

No Fuel

1.4%1

Household Economyi

$56,667median household income

$17,589per capita income

22.8%poverty rate

9.4%unemployment

106labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

1.4%1

$10K–$15K

5.6%4

$15K–$20K

22.2%16

$25K–$30K

1.4%1

$35K–$40K

1.4%1

$40K–$45K

9.7%7

$50K–$60K

11.1%8

$60K–$75K

9.7%7

$75K–$100K

12.5%9

$100K–$125K

2.8%2

$125K–$150K

19.4%14

$150K–$200K

1.4%1

$200K+

1.4%1

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers2 homes

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

Avg. Commutei

23.5 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

22(9.2% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

96%Insured

4%Uninsured