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Missouri District 5

Congressional District in MO • 3 Counties

Missouri's 5th congressional district is represented by Emanuel Cleaver, a Democratic U.S. representative. Cleaver won the 2024 general election with 60.2% of the vote. The district has 772,256 residents, a median household income of $67,634 and a median age of 36.8, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

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Emanuel Cleaver

Representative for Missouri District 5
Democratic21 years in office
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2026 election

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District Boundaries

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Demographics

772,256

Total Population

$67,634

Median Household Income

36.8

Median Age

21.5%

College Educated

14.2%

Poverty Rate

Racial & Ethnic Composition

61.0% Whi
22.0% Bla
11.8% His
2.1% Asi

Age Distribution

Median age: 36.8 years | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Household Income Distribution

Median household income: $67,634 | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Racial & Ethnic Composition

2024 Election Results

Emanuel Cleaver Democratic60.2%
Sean E. Smith Republican36.4%
William Truman "bill" Wayne Libertarian2.0%

Other candidates: 1.3%

Emanuel Cleaver won by 23.8%

331,929 total votes cast

Source: MIT Election Data + Science Lab (MEDSL)

Employment by Occupation

Civilian employed population 16+ | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Federal Spending

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Quick Facts

Representative

Emanuel Cleaver

Major Counties

Jackson, Clay, Platte

Major Cities

Kansas City, Independence, Liberty

Neighboring Districts

Sources and method

· ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who represents Missouri District 5?
Emanuel Cleaver (Democrat) currently represents Missouri District 5 in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What counties are in Missouri District 5?
Missouri District 5 includes 3 counties: Jackson, Clay, Platte.
What are the major cities in Missouri District 5?
The major cities in this district include Kansas City, Independence, Liberty.
What is the population of Missouri District 5?
Missouri District 5 has a population of approximately 772,256 residents.