Economy & Jobs — Fordland, Missouri

Income & Employment

Median Household Income (Census)$53,571
Estimated 2026~$56,000
Per Capita Income$22,619
Poverty Rate19.0%
Unemployment Rate5.2%
In Labor Force327

Top Industries

IndustryShare
Retail19.6%
Education Healthcare18.8%
Manufacturing12.9%

Local Businesses (County)

TypeCount
Fast Food23
Auto Repair17
Real Estate Offices17
Gas Stations16
Insurance Agencies14
Full Service Restaurants14
Commercial Banks12
Child Day Care10
Dental Offices8
General Merchandise7
Grocery Stores6
Physician Offices6
Used Car Dealers5
Law Offices5
New Car Dealers4
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.