ZIP Code 63828 in Canalou, MO

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Canalou, Missouri
County:New Madrid County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:13:44 AM
Population:160 [See All]
Area Codes:235 / 573
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:36.7502, -89.6921
Land Area:0.98 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 63828 has 160 residents and 57 households (average 2.81 persons per household). The median age is 42.1 years, older than the state (39.0) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.6% male and 49.4% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (95.6%, much higher than the state average of 77.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (1.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.3%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:160Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:146Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:163.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$0Source: Census ACS
Households:57Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$38,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.81Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.37Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--196257289339278260244215217186175144146
Decennial Census345------------------160------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 42.1

Male Median Age: 42.3

Female Median Age: 40.8

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male45446327153135314110
Female484484248963025413
Total813881474112312198339523
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:15396.84%
Black:10.63%
Hispanic:*21.27%
Asian:00%
American Indian:00%
Hawaiian:10.63%
Other:10.63%
Total:158100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:8150.63%42.3 years
Females:7949.38%40.8 years
Total:160100%42.1 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:146100.00%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:146100%
Total Native Population:146100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $0, which is far less than the state median ($68,920), is down $24,688 (100.0%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $36,429. Family households earn a median of $80,000 versus $29,500 for nonfamily households (a difference of $50,500). By gender, male median income is $36,500 and female is $37,361, which is much lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $861 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 64.8%, which is edges past the state rate (63.1%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Production (47.0%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$24,688$28,750$30,341$32,083$37,083$31,667$31,125$39,167$36,429$37,083$43,750$57,813$0
Median Family Income$33,000$50,313$36,000$35,750$53,333$35,313$31,250$51,000$50,893$51,667$73,393$66,250$80,000
Median NonFamily Income$10,536$13,125$14,107$18,750$0$0$30,625$35,625$25,417$26,458$29,375$31,667$29,500
Median Male Income$34,063$33,182$32,841$31,406$0$26,250$25,250$30,000$29,688$31,136$31,458$38,438$36,500
Median Female Income$27,614$28,162$28,125$30,735$0$21,250$30,417$26,250$24,063$36,250$40,536$46,094$37,361
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:8364.84%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:4535.16%
Total:128100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:1214.46%
Service:1416.87%
Sales and Office:1821.69%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:00.00%
Production, transportation, and material moving:3946.99%
Total Civilian Employed Population:83100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $38,900, which is well under the national median ($303,400), is up $6,800 (21.18%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $38,900. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($996), is down $467 (100.00%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 80.56% (10.34% with a mortgage, 89.66% free-and-clear) and renters 19.44% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$32,100$31,400$30,700$40,000$33,300$0$35,800$36,700$0$29,400$33,600$40,500$38,900
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:214.29%
$500 to $999:00.00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:1285.71%
Total:14100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$467$535$625$633$708$625$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):68.33%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):5272.22%
Renter Occupied:1419.44%
Total Occupied Housing Units:72100%

Occupied Housing Units:7277.42%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):2122.58%
Total Housing Units:93100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:6266.67%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:3133.33%
Total Housing Units:93100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 7.60% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 83.10%, which is on par with the state rate (91.60%). The uninsured rate is 14.40%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 47.30%, which is generally lower than the state rate (69.30%). The share of people in poverty is 13.20%, which is on par with the state rate (8.40%), down 4.10 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 15.00 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (37.50%). College enrollment is 37.50%, which is on par with the state rate (24.50%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:54.24%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1512.71%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):8168.64%
Some college, no degree:86.78%
Associate's degree:00.00%
Bachelor's degree:97.63%
Graduate or professional degree:00.00%
Total:118100%
High school or higher:9883.05%
Bachelor's degree or higher:97.63%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:6943.67%
Public Insurance:6843.04%
No Insurance:2113.29%
Total:158100%
Has Health Insurance:13786.71%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty17.3%16.9%22.9%25.4%25.9%30.6%36.0%25.0%28.2%31.6%21.6%12.8%13.2%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:00.00%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):729.17%
High school (grades 9-12):833.33%
College or graduate school:937.50%
Total:24100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1562.50%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 63828 is designated for PO Box delivery only; business establishment and employment data are not available.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:64Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:0Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$0Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$0Source: CBP
# of Employees:0Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 63828 is located in New Madrid County, Missouri, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Missouri's 8th Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 63828. It covers 0.98 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:--Source: Census
CBSA Number:--Source: Census
CBSA Type:--Source: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:0.98 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:08Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:19901.17 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:2911026Source: Census
Place Name:Canalou city; MissouriSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


63829 | | 63827

Schools in ZIP Code 63828


We could not locate which school district 63828 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Matthews Elementary 206 Story St
Matthews, MO 63867
District: New Madrid County R-I School DistrictNearby
Wing Elem. 1123 Gen George E Day Parkway
Sikeston, MO 63801
District: Sikeston R-VI School DistrictNearby
Lilbourn Elementary 1 Lewis Ave
Lilbourn, MO 63862
District: New Madrid County R-I School DistrictNearby
New Madrid Elementary 955 US Hwy 61
New Madrid, MO 63869
District: New Madrid County R-I School DistrictNearby
Central Middle School 308 US Hwy 61
New Madrid, MO 63869
District: New Madrid County R-I School DistrictNearby
St Francis Xavier School 106 N Stoddard St
Sikeston, MO 63801
District: Private SchoolNearby
The Christian Academy 103 E Cathine
Sikeston, MO 63801
District: Private SchoolNearby
Southeast Missouri Christian Academy 1440 Ables Rd
Sikeston, MO 63801
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 63828


Cape Girardeau Career And Technology Center 1080 S. Silver Springs Rd.
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703-7511
Type: Post Secondary
Trend Setters School 835 South Kings Highway
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703-7607
Type: Post Secondary
Southeast Missouri Hospital College Of Nursing And Health Sciences 2001 William Street
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703-4507
Type: Post Secondary
Southeast Missouri State University One University Plaza, Ms2025
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Type: Post Secondary
Three Rivers College 2080 Three Rivers Blvd
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
Type: Post Secondary
Poplar Bluff Technical Career Center 3203 Oak Grove Rd
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901-8960
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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