With so many large industries being attracted to Missouri, it makes sense that people would follow. In fact, the state’s unique assets and central location have managed to sustain nearly 6 million people, making Missouri one of the most populated states in the Midwest. In addition to having a growing population overall, Missouri has a growing labor force. Missouri's labor force increased by over 10% from 1990 to 2000 and is projected to continue growing over the next 5 years. Having more workers to choose from makes it easier for Missouri businesses to find skilled and productive employees.

Missouri Population Demographics
	1990 Census		2000 Census		2007 Estimate		2012 Projection		Percent Change 1990 to 2000	Percent Change 2007 to 2012
Total Population	5,117,083		5,595,211		5,877,928		6,071,973		9.30%	3.30%
Population Density (Pop/Sq Mi)	73.4		80.3		84.3		87.1		9.30%	3.30%
Total Households	1,961,211		2,194,594		2,319,827		2,406,195		11.90%	3.70%
Median Age:	33.5		36.1		37.6		38.3		7.80%	1.80%

Households by Income
Households by Income	1990 Census	2000 Census	2007 Estimate	2012 Projection	Percent Change 1990 to 2000	Percent Change 2007 to 2012
Average Hhld Income	$33,445	$49,956	$57,633	$63,793	49.40%	10.70%
Median Hhld Income	$26,397	$38,114	$46,337	$51,867	44.40%	11.90%
Per Capita Income	$12,968	$19,594	$23,465	$26,057	51.10%	11.00%

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