Economy & Jobs — Dexter, Missouri

Income & Employment

Median Household Income (Census)$51,701
Estimated 2026~$54,300
Per Capita Income$23,357
Poverty Rate17.0%
Unemployment Rate1.4%
In Labor Force3,132

Top Industries

IndustryShare
Education Healthcare30.5%
Retail14.1%
Manufacturing14.0%

Local Businesses (County)

TypeCount
Full Service Restaurants20
Commercial Banks18
Insurance Agencies17
Fast Food14
Gas Stations12
Home Health12
Nursing Care12
Auto Repair10
Physician Offices10
Child Day Care10
General Merchandise8
Law Offices8
Coffee Shops7
Grocery Stores6
Hotels Motels6
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.