What is independence missouri population?

According to the United States Census Bureau, as of 2021, the estimated population of Independence, Missouri is approximately 116,369. The city has a land area of 78.25 square miles and a population density of 1,503 people per square mile. The demographic makeup of Independence is predominantly White (76.4%), followed by African American (14.2%), Hispanic or Latino (7.4%), and Asian (1.4%). The median age in the city is 40.9 years, and the median household income is $51,638. Independence is the fifth-largest city in Missouri by population and is located in Jackson County, which is the second-largest county in the state.