Economy & Jobs — Forest City, Missouri
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $46,875 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$52,100 |
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| Per Capita Income | $23,819 |
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| Poverty Rate | 17.6% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 2.1% |
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| In Labor Force | 74 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 27.2% |
| Retail | 17.3% |
| Manufacturing | 16.0% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Commercial Banks | 6 |
| Gas Stations | 5 |
| Insurance Agencies | 5 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 5 |
| Nursing Care | 4 |
| Real Estate Offices | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
