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Overview for Independence, MO

122,230 people live in Independence, where the median age is 39.5 and the average individual income is $29,042. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

122,230

Total Population

39.5 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$29,042

Average individual Income

Around Independence, MO

There's plenty to do around Independence, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Chaiyo Tea House, Planet Queen Records & Vintage, and Wilcox Karate Academy.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.01 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 3.65 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.33 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 2.68 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 2.11 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Independence, MO

Independence has 50,293 households, with an average household size of 2.41. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Independence do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 122,230 people call Independence home. The population density is 1,567.74 and the largest age group is between 25 and 64 years old. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

122,230

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

39.5

Median Age

48.43 / 51.57%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9: 12.3%

0-9 Years

10-17: 10.62%

10-17 Years

18-24: 7.92%

18-24 Years

25-64: 51.28%

25-64 Years

65-74: 9.94%

65-74 Years

75+: 7.94%

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade 8298 (13%)
  • High School Degree 31384 (49%)
  • Associate Degree 7827 (12%)
  • Bachelor Degree 11091 (17%)
  • Graduate Degree 5088 (8%)
50,293

Total Households

2.41

Average Household Size

$29,042

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children: 13,699 (27%)

Without Children: 36,594 (73%)

Marital Status

Married 34%
Single 25%
Divorced 13%
Separated 3%

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar: 13%

White Collar: 87%

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes 8%
15 to 29 Minutes 19%
30 to 59 Minutes 14%
60+ Minutes 1%

Schools in Independence, MO

Primary Schools (28)
Middle Schools (7)
High Schools (6)
Mixed Schools (8)
The following schools are within or nearby Independence. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Thomas Hart Benton Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
2/5
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
4/5
PUBLIC
PreK - PreK
No rating available
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
2/5
Little Blue Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
3/5

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