ZIP 65401 — Economy & Jobs

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Working ClassLow Snow Area

Income, employment, industries, and economic trends

Income & Economy in Rolla city, MO (65401)

Median Income

$52,768

*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)

IRS Net Migration

+1,468

Wealth inflow

Population

32,476

Unemployment

3.5%

0.2pp below US avg

IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 1,468 for ZIP 65401 (Rolla city, MO) on US5’s published series — a signal of people/tax filers moving in relative to those leaving. Inflows often track job growth, housing demand, or lifestyle migration; treat the figure as a directional indicator rather than a precise headcount.

Economic Indicators

Unemployment

3.5%-5% vs US avg

Self-Employed

3.5%-42% vs US avg

SNAP Benefits

12.2%+4% vs US avg

800

Establishments

12,051

Employees

~15 per establishment — small businesses dominate

Education

Top Industry

Economic Distributions

Census ACS 5-Year (P0): occupation, industry, household income brackets.

Occupation

Industry

Agriculture, forestry, mining2.1%
Construction3.8%
Manufacturing10.8%
Wholesale trade1.7%
Retail trade14.5%
Transportation, utilities3.8%
Information0.9%
Finance, insurance, real estate1.7%
Professional, scientific, management4.7%
Education, health care, social32.6%
Arts, entertainment, food services11.3%
Other services4.1%
Public administration7.9%

Household Income

Historical Trends in 65401 (2020–Present)

Since 2020, population declined 3.1%, median income rose 1.6% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 11.2%.

Median Income

$52,768

-30% vs US avg

Unemployment Rate