ZIP Code 64790 in Walker, MO

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Walker, Missouri
County:Vernon County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:22:50 AM
Population:746 [See All]
Area Code:417
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:37.9369, -94.2192
Land Area:84.589 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 64790 has 746 residents and 308 households (average 2.42 persons per household). The median age is 43.2 years, older than the state (39.0) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.7% male and 48.3% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (92.5%, much higher than the state average of 77.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and American Indian & Alaska Native (1.2%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.7%, 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:746Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:973Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:796Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:8.8 people per sq mile
Average Income:$43,214Source: Census ACS
Households:308Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$114,800Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.42Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.63Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--814821847852825938856856869906888886973
Decennial Census861------------------746------
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: 43.2

Male Median Age: 40

Female Median Age: 49.5

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male3029252617242022271818214320201754
Female1819271910132013261725354032178813
Total484852452737403553354356835237251317
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:69097.46%
Black:00%
Hispanic:*50.71%
Asian:10.14%
American Indian:91.27%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:30.42%
Total:708100%
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:38651.74%40.0 years
Females:36048.26%49.5 years
Total:746100%43.2 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:92695.17%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:161.64%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:313.19%
Total Population:973100%
Total Native Population:94296.81%
Total Foreign-born Population:313.19%
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 $43,214, which is much lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $11,183 (34.9%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $4,123. Family households earn a median of $56,563 versus $39,583 for nonfamily households (a difference of $16,980). By gender, male median income is $42,019 and female is $32,143, which is far less than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $9,876 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 57.7%, which is below the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is generally lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Service (28.1%).

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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$32,031$32,424$31,071$35,556$40,625$41,458$47,917$41,563$39,091$35,263$39,315$41,202$43,214
Median Family Income$41,667$47,143$46,042$52,813$47,500$48,750$51,818$50,833$42,281$43,250$49,732$53,289$56,563
Median NonFamily Income$22,500$21,522$21,534$22,431$26,250$0$29,063$19,073$19,572$21,344$23,571$24,712$39,583
Median Male Income$40,227$40,588$31,058$30,750$0$27,500$32,250$31,518$35,125$33,281$34,250$38,571$42,019
Median Female Income$25,714$26,250$26,121$26,613$0$27,277$30,938$28,125$30,938$30,357$26,806$28,491$32,143
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:44255.46%
Unemployed:182.26%
Not In Labor Force:33742.28%
Total:797100%
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:8318.78%
Service:12428.05%
Sales and Office:11826.70%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:347.69%
Production, transportation, and material moving:8318.78%
Total Civilian Employed Population:442100%
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 $114,800, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $37,300 (48.13%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $27,200. The median gross rent is $746, which is much lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $179 (31.57%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $215. Of occupied housing, owners make up 68.64% (33.74% with a mortgage, 66.26% free-and-clear) and renters 31.36% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 9.92%, which is far lower than the state rate (11.56%).

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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$77,500$85,900$87,900$82,200$87,500$84,800$83,600$82,500$87,600$89,000$105,000$107,200$114,800
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:10090.09%
$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:119.91%
Total:111100%
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$567$604$532$565$552$544$553$503$531$563$747$756$746
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):8223.16%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):16145.48%
Renter Occupied:11131.36%
Total Occupied Housing Units:354100%

Occupied Housing Units:35490.08%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):399.92%
Total Housing Units:393100%
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:28773.03%
Multi-Family Units:348.65%
Other Units:7218.32%
Total Housing Units:393100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 9.90% 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 83.70%, which is markedly below the state rate (91.60%). The uninsured rate is 25.30%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 43.70%, which is generally lower than the state rate (69.30%). Public coverage is 46.00%, which is notably higher than the state rate (33.20%). The share of people in poverty is 13.10%, which is on par with the state rate (8.40%), down 0.80 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 4.00 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (79.39%). College enrollment is 10.30%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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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:416.24%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:6610.05%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):37056.32%
Some college, no degree:9314.16%
Associate's degree:223.35%
Bachelor's degree:274.11%
Graduate or professional degree:385.78%
Total:657100%
High school or higher:55083.71%
Bachelor's degree or higher:659.89%
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:42537.98%
Public Insurance:44840.04%
No Insurance:24621.98%
Total:1,119100%
Has Health Insurance:87378.02%
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 Poverty13.9%14.8%19.5%13.1%14.4%12.7%10.5%6.0%9.1%7.6%7.5%8.0%13.1%
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:42.42%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):13179.39%
High school (grades 9-12):137.88%
College or graduate school:1710.30%
Total:165100%
Early Childhood:42.42%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):14889.70%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 64790 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 11 business establishments, employing about 42 people with an annual payroll of $1,468,000. USPS data shows 329 residential mailboxes and 7 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:329Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:7Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:363Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:317Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:11Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$327,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$1,468,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:42Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 64790 is located in Vernon County, Missouri, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Missouri's 4th Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 64790. It covers 84.589 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.075 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:84.589 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:1.075 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:04Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:14401.38 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:2976660Source: Census
Place Name:Walker city; MissouriSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


64801 | | 64788

Schools in ZIP Code 64790


ZIP Code 64790 is in the Northeast Vernon County R-I School District, which serves grades Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Northeast Vernon Co. R-I High 216 E Leslie Ave
Walker, MO 64790
District: Northeast Vernon County R-I School District
St Mary Elementary School 330 N Main St
Nevada, MO 64772
District: Private SchoolNearby
El Dorado Christian School 1600 S Ohio St
El Dorado Springs, MO 64744
District: Private SchoolNearby
Wings Of Faith Academy 10866 E Hwy 32
Stockton, MO 65785
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 64790


Cottey College 1000 W Austin
Nevada, MO 64772
Type: Post Secondary
Fort Scott Community College 2108 S Horton
Fort Scott, KS 66701
Type: Post Secondary
Clinton Technical School 602 S. Fifth St.
Clinton, MO 64735
Type: Post Secondary
Pittsburg State University 1701 S Broadway
Pittsburg, KS 66762
Type: Post Secondary
Bolivar Technical College 1135 North Oakland Avenue
Bolivar, MO 65613-8095
Type: Post Secondary
Southwest Baptist University 1600 University Ave
Bolivar, MO 65613-2596
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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