Economy & Jobs — Alton, Missouri
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $50,208 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$54,200 |
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| Per Capita Income | $21,587 |
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| Poverty Rate | 16.5% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 6.7% |
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| In Labor Force | 244 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 35.5% |
| Manufacturing | 19.2% |
| Retail | 14.6% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Full Service Restaurants | 7 |
| Gas Stations | 6 |
| General Merchandise | 5 |
| Insurance Agencies | 5 |
| Fast Food | 5 |
| Auto Repair | 4 |
| Child Day Care | 4 |
| Grocery Stores | 3 |
| Liquor Stores | 3 |
| Real Estate Offices | 3 |
| Commercial Banks | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
