Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
18%
Poplar Bluff
Poplar Bluff, MO Area Guide
Avg Rent
$533
Population
16,198
Renter Mix
53% Rent
Delight in this small city’s natural beauty and local history
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Situated in southeastern Missouri, Poplar Bluff rests about midway between Saint Louis and Memphis, Tennessee. Tucked in the Ozark foothills, Poplar Bluff is known as the “Gateway to the Ozarks,” offering plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation in the surrounding area. The Black River flows through the city, providing numerous options for activities like fishing, kayaking, hiking, and more.
Incorporated in 1870, Poplar Bluff has deep historical roots. A number of historic buildings located throughout Poplar Bluff pay homage to the past, including the vibrant, art deco Rodgers Theatre. Poplar Bluff celebrates its history with the annual Iron Horse Festival and the Historic Depot Restoration Project. Convenience to a local Amtrak station as well as U.S. Routes 60 and 67 makes getting around from Poplar Bluff a breeze.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$35,665
Average: $47,119
Education
2,118
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
6,231
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Poplar Bluff has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
53%
Non-Renters
47%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
8%
Other Education
92%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Poplar Bluff, MO is $533 for one bedroom, and $861 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Poplar Bluff has increased by 0.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$533/month
530 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Poplar Bluff, MO is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
318 Students
Public
Grades K-5
272 Students
Public
Grades K-5
325 Students
Public
Grades K-5
305 Students
Public
Grades K-5
1,018 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
782 Students
Public
Grades K-12
25 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,504 Students
Public
Grades K-12
25 Students
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.