Economy & Jobs — Preston, Missouri
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $40,417 |
| Estimated 2026 | ~$34,800 |
| Per Capita Income | $14,313 |
| Poverty Rate | 30.8% |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.4% |
| In Labor Force | 152 |
Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
| Education Healthcare | 18.9% |
| Retail | 13.3% |
| Arts Food | 13.3% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
| Gas Stations | 9 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 9 |
| General Merchandise | 5 |
| Real Estate Offices | 4 |
| Commercial Banks | 4 |
| Insurance Agencies | 4 |
| Hotels Motels | 4 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.