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Blairstown, Missouri

Blairstown is a village in Henry County, Missouri, United States. The population was 97 at the 2010 census. A post office, and a firearms store are located there.

History
Blairstown got its start when the railroad was extended to that point. A post office called Blairstown has been in operation since 1886. The city was named after railroad magnate John Insley Blair.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.25 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 97 people, 41 households, and 25 families living in the city. The population density was 388.0 PD/sqmi. There were 60 housing units at an average density of 240.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 89.7% White and 10.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.1% of the population.

There were 41 households, of which 31.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 34.1% were married couples living together, 22.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.0% were non-families. 29.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the city was 38.8 years. 21.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 31.9% were from 25 to 44; 26.8% were from 45 to 64; and 9.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.5% male and 50.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 141 people, 56 households, and 38 families living in the city. The population density was 569.7 PD/sqmi. There were 69 housing units at an average density of 278.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.74% White, 0.71% African American, 1.42% Native American, 2.13% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.55% of the population.

There were 56 households, out of which 33.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.4% were married couples living together, 14.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.4% were non-families. 30.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 3.10.

In the city the population was spread out, with 29.1% under the age of 18, 11.3% from 18 to 24, 26.2% from 25 to 44, 21.3% from 45 to 64, and 12.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $21,250, and the median income for a family was $21,500. Males had a median income of $25,833 versus $20,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $9,613. There were 13.6% of families and 21.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including 28.8% of under eighteens and 10.5% of those over 64.

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Brownington, Missouri

Brownington is a town in Henry County, Missouri, United States. The population was 107 at the 2010 census.

History
The town of Brownington was first located in the year 1869, and joined that of Consville and was laid out by William N. Doyle. Consville, however, was founded in 1867, but the two communities have since merged.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.12 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 107 people, 45 households, and 32 families living in the city. The population density was 891.7 PD/sqmi. There were 50 housing units at an average density of 416.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.3% White, 2.8% Native American, and 1.9% from two or more races.

There were 45 households, of which 24.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.7% were married couples living together, 17.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 28.9% were non-families. 24.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 2.84.

The median age in the city was 46.8 years. 22.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.5% were from 25 to 44; 33.6% were from 45 to 64; and 17.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.5% male and 50.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 119 people, 45 households, and 32 families living in the town. The population density was 811.1 PD/sqmi. There were 68 housing units at an average density of 463.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 95.80% White, 1.68% African American and 2.52% Native American.

There were 45 households, out of which 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.4% were married couples living together, 4.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.7% were non-families. 15.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.64 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the town the population was spread out, with 24.4% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 21.0% from 25 to 44, 31.9% from 45 to 64, and 16.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.3 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $17,250, and the median income for a family was $27,750. Males had a median income of $18,750 versus $15,500 for females. The per capita income for the town was $8,174. There were 16.1% of families and 21.1% of the population living below the poverty line, including 20.6% of under eighteens and 32.1% of those over 64.

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Calhoun, Missouri

Calhoun is a city in Henry County, Missouri, United States. The population was 469 at the 2010 census.

History
Calhoun was platted in 1837. The town was named after John C. Calhoun, seventh Vice President of the United States. A post office called Calhoun has been in operation since 1844.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.99 sqmi, of which 0.98 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 469 people, 175 households, and 115 families living in the city. The population density was 478.6 PD/sqmi. There were 208 housing units at an average density of 212.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.7% White, 0.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.6% Asian, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.4% of the population.

There were 175 households, of which 33.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.0% were married couples living together, 14.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.3% were non-families. 29.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.68 and the average family size was 3.23.

The median age in the city was 37.2 years. 26.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.5% were from 25 to 44; 28.9% were from 45 to 64; and 12.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.1% male and 49.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 491 people, 189 households, and 123 families living in the city. The population density was 496.5 PD/sqmi. There were 211 housing units at an average density of 213.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.35% White, 0.81% Native American, 1.02% Pacific Islander, and 0.81% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.20% of the population.

There were 189 households, out of which 34.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.9% were married couples living together, 10.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.4% were non-families. 31.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.31.

In the city the population was spread out, with 29.1% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 25.1% from 25 to 44, 23.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $25,417, and the median income for a family was $31,964. Males had a median income of $22,292 versus $17,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,326. About 18.1% of families and 26.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 36.5% of those under age 18 and 32.2% of those age 65 or over.

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Clinton, Missouri

Clinton is a city in Henry County, Missouri, United States. The population was 9,174 at the 2020 census. It is the county seat of Henry County.

History
Clinton was laid out in 1836. The city was named for New York Governor DeWitt Clinton, a key promoter of the Erie Canal. A post office called Clinton has been in operation since 1850. The railroad reached Clinton in 1870, when the Census put the population at 840.

Clinton was incorporated as the least-populous type of city in Missouri, a fourth-class city, in 1878. All but one voter voted in favor of incorporation. Resident Banton G. Boone, a Democrat, was Speaker of the Missouri House of Representatives, 1875–1877, and Missouri Attorney General, 1885–1889.

Piped water, electricity, and macadam roads were brought in during the 1880s, and a telephone system in the 1890s.

In 1905, Clinton and the rest of Henry County held two separate votes on prohibition of alcohol. Clinton's vote was against prohibition, while the rest of the county voted in favor, creating two separate legal regimes. In 1909, another such local option vote in Clinton gave the same result, against prohibition.

The town square, the focal point of the Clinton Square Historic District, has been the site of various disasters. In 1876, a fire burned down a number of buildings on the square. The cause is believed to have been arson. On June 26, 2006, a building there collapsed while an Elks Lodge meeting was taking place, leading to the death of the Lodge's leader, Tony Komer. Nine people were pulled from the rubble, while the rest left on their own power. In the Olde Glory Days parade, which occurred less than one week after the accident, Komer was memorialized and Elk's Lodge members from many parts of Western Missouri marched to show their support for the Clinton Lodge.

In addition to the Historic District overall, the Anheuser-Busch Brewing Association Building, William F. and Julia Crome House, Judge Jerubial Gideon Dorman House, Gustave C. Haysler House, and C.C. Williams House are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 9.26 sqmi, of which 9.14 sqmi is land and 0.12 sqmi is water.

The downtown square serves as a center for community commerce and public affairs. Several state highways intersect at Clinton, including Routes 13 and 7, making Clinton a popular stop on the Springfield-Kansas City Route.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 9,174 people, 3,720 households, and 2,098 families in Clinton. The population density was 1,000.4 per square mile (386.3/km$2$). There were 4,218 housing units at an average density of 460.0 per square mile (177.6/km$2$). The racial makeup was 88.64% (8,132) white, 1.57% (144) black or African-American, 0.52% (48) Native American, 0.63% (58) Asian, 0.03% (3) Pacific Islander, 1.29% (118) from other races, and 7.31% (671) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.2% (372) of the population.

Of the 3,720 households, 26.7% had children under the age of 18; 36.4% were married couples living together; 34.4% had a female householder with no husband present. Of all households, 36.7% consisted of individuals and 17.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.3 and the average family size was 3.0.

23.1% of the population was under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 23.4% from 25 to 44, 23.5% from 45 to 64, and 19.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40.2 years. For every 100 females, the population had 89.8 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 86.9 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $39,883 (with a margin of error of +/- $10,729) and the median family income was $52,125 (+/- $7,907). Males had a median income of $27,500 (+/- $9,545) versus $20,746 (+/- $5,380) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $23,494 (+/- $3,815). Approximately, 16.0% of families and 22.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.1% of those under the age of 18 and 13.3% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
At the 2010 census there were 9,008 people, 3,935 households, and 2,371 families living in the city. The population density was 985.6 PD/sqmi. There were 4,454 housing units at an average density of 487.3 /sqmi. The racial makup of the city was 95.1% White, 1.9% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.5% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.0%.

Of the 3,935 households 27.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.2% were married couples living together, 13.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.7% were non-families. 34.5% of households were one person and 16.1% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.82.

The median age was 40.6 years. 22.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.4% were from 25 to 44; 25.1% were from 45 to 64; and 20.5% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.9% male and 53.1% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 9,311 people, 3,978 households, and 2,502 families living in the city. The population density was 1,007.6 PD/sqmi. There were 4,342 housing units at an average density of 469.9 /sqmi. The racial makup of the city was 95.49% White, 1.77% African American, 0.92% Native American, 0.31% Asian, 0.50% from other races, and 1.00% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.03%.

Of the 3,978 households 27.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.0% were married couples living together, 12.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.1% were non-families. 33.1% of households were one person and 16.3% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.84.

The age distribution was 23.4% under the age of 18, 8.8% from 18 to 24, 25.6% from 25 to 44, 21.2% from 45 to 64, and 20.9% 65 or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.7 males.

The median household income was $28,079 and the median family income was $32,378. Males had a median income of $26,834 versus $19,096 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,282. About 11.9% of families and 15.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.0% of those under age 18 and 13.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Clinton School District operates five schools, including Clinton High School.

Clinton has a public library, a branch of the Henry County Library.

Arts and culture
On September 12, 2007, the Tour of Missouri bicycle race began stage 2 from Clinton. The initial take off began from the historic downtown square, and ended in Springfield.

Clinton lies at the western terminus of the Katy Trail, a 225-mile long state park used by cyclists, runners and horseback riders. The rail trail is built on the path of the old Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad, which was abandoned between Clinton and Sedalia in 1989. The former Katy railroad from Clinton south to Nevada is still operated by the Missouri and Northern Arkansas Railroad (Genesee & Wyoming). The city is also situated near Truman Lake, which is widely known for its excellent boating, fishing, camping, and other related activities. Clinton is also home to two of the area's 18-hole golf courses.

Clinton is home to two radio stations: KDKD-FM, which plays country music and KXEA, which plays hot adult contemporary music. KDKD-AM, Clinton's oldest radio station that first went on-air May 11, 1951, specialized in agricultural programming and ceased operations on December 31, 2021. The stations returned to local ownership in 2018 after Clayton and Brittany Radford founded Radford Media Group LLC and purchased the three stations from Portland-based broadcasting company Alpha Media for $250,000. The transmitter for KXEA is located in Lowry City, Missouri, however, the two stations are operated under the same roof in Clinton.

Transportation
Intercity bus service to the city is provided by Jefferson Lines.

Notable people

 * Virgil Hill, Olympic boxing silver medalist, member of International Boxing Hall of Fame
 * Uel W. Lamkin, Henry County schools superintendent and president of Northwest Missouri State University
 * Steve Luebber, MLB pitcher and Minor League baseball pitching coach
 * Nick Petree, Minor League baseball player
 * Delbert Lee Scott, politician, college president
 * David Steward, World Wide Technology founder, chairman

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Deepwater, Missouri

Deepwater is a city in Henry County, Missouri, United States. The population was 433 at the 2010 census.

History
Deepwater was laid out in 1885, taking its name from nearby Deepwater Creek. A post office called Deepwater has been in operation since 1885.

Geography
Deepwater is located at 38.26028°N, -93.77528°W.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.86 sqmi, of which 0.85 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 433 people, 188 households, and 125 families living in the city. The population density was 509.4 PD/sqmi. There were 240 housing units at an average density of 282.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.8% White, 0.5% Native American, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.6% of the population.

There were 188 households, of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.0% were married couples living together, 17.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.5% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 2.70.

The median age in the city was 45.1 years. 18% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24% were from 25 to 44; 29.1% were from 45 to 64; and 21% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.0% male and 51.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 507 people, 212 households, and 143 families living in the city. The population density was 593.9 PD/sqmi. There were 248 housing units at an average density of 290.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.63% White, 1.58% African American and 0.79% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.58% of the population.

There were 212 households, out of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.5% were married couples living together, 12.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.1% were non-families. 27.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 2.79.

In the city the population was spread out, with 24.7% under the age of 18, 7.3% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 24.9% from 45 to 64, and 17.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,722, and the median income for a family was $29,423. Males had a median income of $26,000 versus $13,875 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,721. About 17.1% of families and 20.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.1% of those under age 18 and 15.9% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Eugene McCown - jazz pianist and painter (raised in Deepwater)
 * Gladys Swarthout- opera singer
 * Pearce Chiles- American Professional Baseball Player

 * Herbert Sorrell - American labor leader and Hollywood union organizer

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Hartwell, Missouri

Hartwell is a former village and census-designated place in Henry County, Missouri, United States. The population was 16 at the 2010 census.

History
A post office called Hartwell was established in 1887, and remained in operation until 1968. The village was named after a railroad official. Hartwell disincorporated in 1995.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 0.48 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 16 people, 4 households, and 4 families living in the CDP. The population density was 33.3 PD/sqmi. There were 5 housing units at an average density of 10.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 100.0% White.

There were 4 households, of which 50.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.0% were married couples living together, and 25.0% had a female householder with no husband present. 0.0% of all households were made up of individuals. The average household size was 4.00 and the average family size was 4.00.

The median age in the CDP was 34 years. 25% of residents were under the age of 18; 18.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 12.6% were from 25 to 44; 37.6% were from 45 to 64; and 6.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the CDP was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 16 people, 5 households, and 3 families living in the village. The population density was 33.6 PD/sqmi. There were 5 housing units at an average density of 10.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 93.75% White, 6.25% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.25% of the population.

There were 5 households, out of which 60.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.0% were married couples living together, and 40.0% were non-families. 40.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.20 and the average family size was 4.67.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 50.0% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 31.3% from 25 to 44, 6.3% from 45 to 64, and 6.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 18 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $9,375, and the median income for a family was $30,417. Males had a median income of $21,250 versus $8,750 for females. The per capita income for the village was $4,216. There are 40.0% of families living below the poverty line and 44.0% of the population, including 40.0% of those under 18 and none of those over 64.

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La Due, Missouri

La Due is an inactive village in Henry County, Missouri, United States. The population was 28 at the 2010 census.

History
La Due was platted in 1870, and named after A. D. Ladue, a railroad official. A post office called La Due was established in 1872, and remained in operation until 1973.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.08 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 28 people, 15 households, and 6 families living in the village. The population density was 350.0 PD/sqmi. There were 24 housing units at an average density of 300.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 85.7% White, 3.6% Asian, and 10.7% from two or more races.

There were 15 households, of which 6.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 33.3% were married couples living together, 6.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 60.0% were non-families. 40.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.87 and the average family size was 2.50.

The median age in the village was 56.3 years. 7.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 7.2% were from 25 to 44; 53.6% were from 45 to 64; and 28.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 42.9% male and 57.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 39 people, 15 households, and 10 families living in the village. The population density was 483.5 PD/sqmi. There were 18 housing units at an average density of 223.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 94.87% White, 2.56% Native American, and 2.56% from two or more races.

There were 15 households, out of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.3% were married couples living together, 13.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.7% were non-families. 20.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and none had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 28.2% under the age of 18, 12.8% from 18 to 24, 23.1% from 25 to 44, 12.8% from 45 to 64, and 23.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 116.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 115.4 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $23,750, and the median income for a family was $10,417. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $11,250 for females. The per capita income for the village was $9,120. There were 46.2% of families and 45.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including 78.6% of under eighteens and 20.0% of those over 64.

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Montrose, Missouri

Montrose is a city in Henry County, Missouri, United States. The population was 384 at the 2010 census.

History
Montrose was founded in 1871, spurred by the building of the railroad through that territory. The town was named after Montrose, in Scotland. A post office called Montrose has been in operation since 1870.

Among the early industries represented in the newly incorporated town were a flour mill, a grain elevator, several grain warehouses, a bank, two hotels, two hardware and implement stores, two furniture stores, three dry goods stores, four blacksmiths, two barber shops, three millinery shops, two newspapers, and a livery stable.

The Montrose Savings Bank was organized June 4, 1895 and began operating the following day. The first directors were R.H. Dugan, E.W. Blew, O.P. Wilson, Henry Welling, Nick Erhart, Joseph DeBold and W.S. Winkler.

The C.M. and Vina Clark House and St. Ludger Catholic Church are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.57 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 384 people, 192 households, and 101 families living in the city. The population density was 673.7 PD/sqmi. There were 224 housing units at an average density of 393.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.2% White, 1.3% African American, and 0.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.8% of the population.

There were 192 households, of which 19.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 36.5% were married couples living together, 13.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 47.4% were non-families. 43.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.00 and the average family size was 2.68.

The median age in the city was 47.7 years. 18% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.6% were from 25 to 44; 31.8% were from 45 to 64; and 22.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.9% male and 53.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 417 people, 199 households, and 111 families living in the city. The population density was 726.4 PD/sqmi. There were 219 housing units at an average density of 381.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.80% White, 0.48% Native American, 0.24% Asian, and 0.48% from two or more races.

There were 199 households, out of which 24.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.2% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 44.2% were non-families. 39.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.10 and the average family size was 2.77.

In the city the population was spread out, with 22.1% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 21.3% from 45 to 64, and 23.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $21,563, and the median income for a family was $32,500. Males had a median income of $26,667 versus $18,125 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,062. About 14.0% of families and 16.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.4% of those under age 18 and 13.3% of those age 65 or over.

Notable events

 * In 2010, Montrose High School won the Missouri Class 1 Girls Basketball State Championship.
 * In 2011, Montrose High School finished 3rd in the Missouri Class 1 Girls Basketball State Championship.

title: Montrose, Missouri


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Tightwad, Missouri

Tightwad is a village in Henry County, Missouri, United States. Its population was 64 at the 2010 United States Census. Tightwad is located along Missouri Route 7.

History and name
Tightwad was originally called Edgewood, for the woods near the original town site.

The village's unusual name is said to stem from an episode in which a store owner cheated a customer, who was a postman, by charging him an extra 50 cents for a better watermelon. Some sources claim the transaction involved a rooster rather than a watermelon. Due to its proximity to Truman Reservoir, Tightwad saw some limited growth starting in the mid-1980s. As of 2010, the village's business district included a bank (see below), café, tavern, and convenience store. As of April 2019, the bank is now closed and is being used for personal use.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 1.01 sqmi, of which 1.00 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

Demographics
The median income for a household in the village was $24,375, and the median income for a family was $51,250. Males had a median income of $35,417 versus $30,625 for females. The per capita income for the village was $18,981. There were no families and 16.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 21.4% of those over 64.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 69 people, 31 households, and 18 families residing in the village. The population density was 69.0 PD/sqmi. There were 36 housing units at an average density of 36.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.6% White and 1.4% from two or more races, although it's unclear whether everyone was accounted for in this Census.

There were 31 households, of which 19.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.4% were married couples living together, 3.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.9% were non-families. 32.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.72.

The median age in the village was 53.5 years. 21.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 2.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 15.8% were from 25 to 44; 30.4% were from 45 to 64; and 29% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 50.7% male and 49.3% female.

2020 census
As of the census of 2020, there were 58 people, and 35 households, 13 of which were married couple households, 13 were cohabiting, 6 were male, no spouse/partner with 5 of those being 65 or older, 3 were female, no spouse/partner, of which 1 was over 65. 3 households had people 18 years, 22 had people 65 or older. 4 children enrolled in school, 3 in elementary schools, one in college or graduate school.

Tightwad Bank
The first Tightwad Bank opened in 1984 as a branch of the Citizens Bank of Windsor (Windsor, Missouri) at first housed in a portable trailer then eventually a one-story brick building still in use today.(Now currently out of business) Publicity over the unusual name eventually led to deposits totalling over $2 million. However an expected business boom from nearby Truman Reservoir never materialized and the bank fell victim to armed robbery twice in the 1990s. Thus in November 2006, UMB, the bank's owner at the time, announced that the Tightwad branch bank would close, and accounts would be shuffled to UMB locations in Warsaw and Clinton, Missouri. In May 2008, Tightwad Bank was reopened under new ownership, as an FDIC insured institution. The bank was a full-service branch of the former Reading State Bank, Reading, Kansas. To capitalize on the notoriety of the unusual name, the Reading location's name was changed to Tightwad Bank as well. "We're seeking the customers with a sense of humor", admitted bank co-owner Donald Higdon in a 2008 interview with The Washington Post. In 2010 the two locations of Tightwad Bank reported combined deposits of over $20 million (US). As of July 2018 Tightwad Bank in Tightwad Missouri is closed.

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Urich, Missouri

Urich is a city in Henry County, Missouri, United States. The population was 505 at the 2010 census.

History
Urich was platted in 1871. The city was named for General Uhrich, a figure in the Siege of Strasbourg. A post office called Urich has been in operation since 1872.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.40 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 505 people, 216 households, and 132 families living in the city. The population density was 1262.5 PD/sqmi. There were 254 housing units at an average density of 635.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.8% White, 1.2% African American, 1.0% Native American, 0.2% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.4% of the population.

There were 216 households, of which 31.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.4% were married couples living together, 8.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.9% were non-families. 34.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 3.05.

The median age in the city was 40.2 years. 26.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.9% were from 25 to 44; 27.9% were from 45 to 64; and 15.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.7% male and 51.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 499 people, 219 households, and 139 families living in the city. The population density was 1,215.2 PD/sqmi. There were 242 housing units at an average density of 589.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.80% White, 0.20% African American, 0.80% Native American, 0.60% Asian, and 0.60% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.80% of the population.

There were 219 households, out of which 27.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.3% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.5% were non-families. 35.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 2.91.

In the city the population was spread out, with 24.6% under the age of 18, 8.8% from 18 to 24, 26.5% from 25 to 44, 19.2% from 45 to 64, and 20.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 79.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,197, and the median income for a family was $37,727. Males had a median income of $26,607 versus $18,125 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,250. About 14.3% of families and 15.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 16.7% of those age 65 or over.

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Cross Timbers, Missouri

Cross Timbers is a city in Hickory County, Missouri, United States. The population was 119 at the 2020 census.

History
A post office called Cross Timbers has been in operation since 1847. The community was named for a strip of trees (colloquially a "cross timber") near the original town site. The town was platted in 1871.

Geography
Cross Timbers is located at 38.02444°N, -93.22806°W (38.024401, -93.228072).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.45 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 216 people, 93 households, and 50 families residing in the city. The population density was 480.0 PD/sqmi. There were 116 housing units at an average density of 257.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.5% White and 0.5% from two or more races.

There were 93 households, of which 25.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 36.6% were married couples living together, 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 8.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 46.2% were non-families. 37.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 3.24.

The median age in the city was 44.7 years. 25% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.5% were from 25 to 44; 31.9% were from 45 to 64; and 17.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.1% male and 51.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 185 people, 90 households, and 45 families residing in the city. The population density was 411.1 PD/sqmi. There were 114 housing units at an average density of 253.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.46% White, and 0.54% from two or more races.

There were 90 households, out of which 26.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.8% were married couples living together, 8.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 50.0% were non-families. 48.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 32.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.06 and the average family size was 3.04.

In the city the population was spread out, with 26.5% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 21.6% from 25 to 44, 18.9% from 45 to 64, and 25.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $12,917, and the median income for a family was $20,000. Males had a median income of $26,607 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,413. About 50.0% of families and 42.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 60.0% of those under the age of eighteen and 15.9% of those 65 or over.

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Hermitage, Missouri

Hermitage is a city in Hickory County, Missouri, United States, on the Pomme de Terre River. The population was 621 at the 2020 census. It is the county seat of Hickory County. The John Siddles Williams House on Museum Street in Hermitage, on the National Register of Historic Places since 1980, houses the Hickory County Historical Society Museum and Research Room.

History
Hermitage was founded in 1846. It was named after The Hermitage, the estate of the late president Andrew Jackson in Tennessee. In 1847, it was designated seat of Hickory County, also named for Andrew Jackson, whose nickname was "Old Hickory".

John Siddle Williams House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.

Geography
Hermitage is located at 37.94194°N, -93.31778°W (37.941816, -93.317901). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.25 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 467 people, 200 households, and 106 families living in the city. The population density was 373.6 PD/sqmi. There were 237 housing units at an average density of 189.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.6% White, 0.4% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.4% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.6% of the population.

There were 200 households, of which 16.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.5% were married couples living together, 6.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 47.0% were non-families. 40.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.01 and the average family size was 2.65.

The median age in the city was 60.3 years. 12.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 15.9% were from 25 to 44; 25.5% were from 45 to 64; and 41.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.0% male and 54.0% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census, there were 406 people, 174 households and 108 families living in the city. The population density was 337.9 PD/sqmi. There were 208 housing units at an average density of 173.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.60% White, 0.25% Native American, 1.23% from other races, and 4.93% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.23% of the population.

There were 174 households, of which 26.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.4% were non-families. 35.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 2.94.

Age distribution was 23.6% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 22.7% from 25 to 44, 21.2% from 45 to 64, and 25.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.7 males.

The median household income was $23,958, and the median family income was $29,583. Males had a median income of $20,417 versus $18,958 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,944. About 13.2% of families and 18.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.0% of those under age 18 and 15.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education in Hermitage is administered by Hermitage R-IV School District, which operates one elementary school, one middle school and Hermitage High School.

Hermitage has a lending library, the Hickory County Library.

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Preston, Missouri

Preston is a village in Hickory County, Missouri, United States. The population was 157 at the 2020 census.

History
Preston was platted in 1857. Some say the community was named after Samuel Preston, a pioneer citizen, while others believe the name is a transfer from Preston, Pennsylvania. A post office called Preston has been in operation since 1881.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.75 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 223 people, 104 households, and 58 families living in the village. The population density was 297.3 PD/sqmi. There were 121 housing units at an average density of 161.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.8% White, 0.4% African American, and 1.8% Native American.

There were 104 households, of which 20.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.1% were married couples living together, 2.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.2% were non-families. 36.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.14 and the average family size was 2.84.

The median age in the village was 48.1 years. 17.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 17% were from 25 to 44; 34.1% were from 45 to 64; and 22% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 54.7% male and 45.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 113 people, 50 households, and 31 families living in the town. The population density was 666.4 PD/sqmi. There were 67 housing units at an average density of 395.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 100.00% White.

There were 50 households, out of which 30.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.0% were married couples living together, 14.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.0% were non-families. 36.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the town the population was spread out, with 26.5% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 16.8% from 25 to 44, 28.3% from 45 to 64, and 20.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 76.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 72.9 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $19,583, and the median income for a family was $19,583. Males had a median income of $20,313 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the town was $11,318. There were 31.0% of families and 30.5% of the population living below the poverty line, including 37.1% of under eighteens and 17.4% of those over 64.

title: Preston, Missouri


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Weaubleau, Missouri

Weaubleau is a city in Hickory County, Missouri, United States, founded in 1867. The population was 378 at the 2020 census.

History
Weaubleau was first called Haran, but later renamed for the stream upon which it is located. The town sprang up around the Weaubleau Christian College and Weaubleau Congregational Christian Church, which predated the town, and surrounding Weaubleau Township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.88 sqmi, of which 0.87 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

2010 census
At the 2010 census, there were 418 people in 190 households, including 111 families, in the city. The population density was 480.5 PD/sqmi. There were 233 housing units at an average density of 267.8 /sqmi. The racial makup of the city was 97.4% White, 0.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, and 1.7% from two or more races.

Of the 190 households, 26.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.1% were married couples living together, 13.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.6% were non-families. 36.8% of households were one person, and 19.5% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.20 and the average family size was 2.81.

The median age was 46.3 years. 21.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.3% were from 25 to 44; 30.2% were from 45 to 64; and 21.3% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.6% male and 52.4% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census, there were 518 people in 220 households, including 133 families, in the city. The population density was 590.8 PD/sqmi. There were 257 housing units at an average density of 293.1 /sqmi. The racial makup of the city was 97.68% White, 0.19% African American, 0.58% Native American, 0.19% from other races, and 1.35% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.16%.

Of the 220 households, 29.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.3% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.5% were non-families. 33.2% of households were one person, and 19.5% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 3.02.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.3% under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 23.0% from 25 to 44, 21.2% from 45 to 64, and 21.4% 65 or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.3 males.

The median household income was $18,750 and the median family income was $21,765. Males had a median income of $19,643 versus $20,139 for females. The per capita income for the city was $9,952. About 17.6% of families and 27.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 43.2% of those under age 18 and 18.0% of those age 65 or over.

title: Weaubleau, Missouri


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Wheatland, Missouri

Wheatland is a city in Hickory County, Missouri, United States. The population was 277 at the 2020 census.

History
Wheatland was platted in 1869. The village most likely was named after the retirement home of the fifteenth President of the United States, James Buchanan, who died June 1, 1868, at his home, called Wheatland, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

National Park Service Maps - Butterfield Overland National Trail. US Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management Original Surveys 1835 & 1845

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.61 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
At the 2010 census there were 371 people in 185 households, including 95 families, in the city. The population density was 608.2 PD/sqmi. There were 242 housing units at an average density of 396.7 /sqmi. The racial makup of the city was 94.1% White, 1.6% African American, 0.5% Native American, 1.9% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.6%.

Of the 185 households 23.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 30.8% were married couples living together, 14.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 48.6% were non-families. 43.8% of households were one person and 23.8% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.01 and the average family size was 2.67.

The median age was 44.4 years. 19.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.9% were from 25 to 44; 27.7% were from 45 to 64; and 21.3% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.9% male and 53.1% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 388 people in 192 households, including 105 families, in the city. The population density was 1,093.8 PD/sqmi. There were 226 housing units at an average density of 637.1 /sqmi. The racial makup of the city was 98.97% White, 0.52% Native American, 0.26% Asian, and 0.26% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.26%.

Of the 192 households 22.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.0% were married couples living together, 13.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 44.8% were non-families. 42.2% of households were one person and 30.7% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.02 and the average family size was 2.75.

The age distribution was 22.9% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 19.1% from 25 to 44, 23.5% from 45 to 64, and 26.8% 65 or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 79.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 65.2 males.

The median household income was $17,500 and the median family income was $27,596. Males had a median income of $23,393 versus $14,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,025. About 20.0% of families and 28.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 34.5% of those under age 18 and 29.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Wheatland is served by Wheatland R-II School District and Wheatland High School

Sports
Lucas Oil Speedway is a motorsports complex that features a dirt oval, an off-road track and a motorboat racing lake.

Notable person

 * Mike Parson, Governor of Missouri, former Lieutenant Governor, born in Wheatland

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Big Lake, Missouri

Big Lake is a village in Holt County, Missouri, United States. The population was 65 at the 2020 census.

The village is located on the 646 acre Big Lake, which is the largest oxbow lake in Missouri. It is also adjacent to Big Lake State Park, which has the largest marsh in a state park in the state of Missouri.

Geography
The actual lake of Big Lake was originally part of the Missouri River. The lake was formed when the river changed course, leaving the lake behind.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 2.61 sqmi, of which 1.64 sqmi is land and 0.97 sqmi is water.

Big Lake is approximately 10 mi west of Mound City on Route 111, off Route 118.

Big Lake is about 10 mi from the village of Rulo, Nebraska.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 159 people, 84 households, and 50 families residing in the village. The population density was 97.0 PD/sqmi. There were 386 housing units at an average density of 235.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.5% White, 1.3% African American, and 1.3% Native American.

There were 84 households, of which 8.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.8% were married couples living together, 1.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.5% were non-families. 39.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.89 and the average family size was 2.44.

The median age in the village was 55.6 years. 8.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 11.3% were from 25 to 44; 47.8% were from 45 to 64; and 29.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 52.2% male and 47.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 127 people, 60 households, and 37 families residing in the village. The population density was 75.0 PD/sqmi. There were 376 housing units at an average density of 222.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.43% White, 0.79% Native American, and 0.79% from two or more races.

There were 60 households, out of which 10.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.7% were married couples living together, 5.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.7% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.12 and the average family size was 2.45.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 18.9% under the age of 18, 3.9% from 18 to 24, 15.0% from 25 to 44, 39.4% from 45 to 64, and 22.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 53 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.0 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $29,583, and the median income for a family was $40,417. Males had a median income of $31,806 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the village was $27,243. There were 4.7% of families and 5.9% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 11.4% of those over 64.

title: Big Lake, Missouri


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Bigelow, Missouri

Bigelow is a village in Holt County, Missouri, United States. The population was 5 at the 2020 census.

History
A post office called Bigelow was established in 1869, and remained in operation until 1992. The village was named after a railroad promoter.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.09 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 27 people, 12 households, and 6 families residing in the village. The population density was 300.0 PD/sqmi. There were 22 housing units at an average density of 244.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.0% White.

There were 12 households, of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 33.3% were married couples living together, 16.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 50.0% were non-families. 41.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 3.17.

The median age in the village was 33.8 years. 29.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.2% were from 25 to 44; 11.1% were from 45 to 64; and 29.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 51.9% male and 48.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 38 people, 16 households, and 12 families residing in the village. The population density was 415.9 PD/sqmi. There were 26 housing units at an average density of 284.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.00% White.

There were 16 households, out of which 18.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 25.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.0% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 2.83.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 28.9% under the age of 18, 2.6% from 18 to 24, 10.5% from 25 to 44, 18.4% from 45 to 64, and 39.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 60 years. For every 100 females, there were 123.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 80.0 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $23,750, and the median income for a family was $26,250. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $10,000 for females. The per capita income for the village was $13,067. There were 12.5% of families and 31.0% of the population living below the poverty line, including 100.0% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

title: Bigelow, Missouri


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Corning, Missouri

Corning is a village in Holt County, Missouri, United States. The population was 3 at the 2020 census.

The village is named for Erastus Corning who owned sizeable shares of the Chicago, Burlington, and Quincy Railroad and who is the namesake of another Burlington railroad community Corning, Iowa.

History
Corning was laid out in 1868 on main line of the railroad between Kansas City, Missouri and Council Bluffs, Iowa (the line remains active). A post office called Corning was in operation from 1868 to 1964.

From 1882 to 1980, a spur owned by the Burlington operated between Corning and Clarinda, Iowa initially under the name of the Tarko Valley Railroad.

The village's St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2008.

Corning was impacted by the 2019 Midwestern U.S. floods.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.11 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 15 people, 8 households, and 4 families living in the village. The population density was 136.4 PD/sqmi. There were 9 housing units at an average density of 81.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.0% White.

There were 8 households, of which 50.0% were married couples living together and 50.0% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.88 and the average family size was 2.25.

The median age in the village was 60.3 years. 0.0% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 6.7% were from 25 to 44; 60.1% were from 45 to 64; and 26.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 40.0% male and 60.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 21 people, 10 households, and 6 families living in the town. The population density was 188.9 PD/sqmi. There were 14 housing units at an average density of 126.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 100.00% White.

There were 10 households, out of which 40.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.0% were married couples living together, and 40.0% were non-families. 40.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.10 and the average family size was 2.83.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 23.8% under the age of 18, 9.5% from 18 to 24, 33.3% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 9.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $23,750, and the median income for a family was $30,000. Males had a median income of $23,750 versus $14,583 for females. The per capita income for the town was $10,132. There are 25.0% of families living below the poverty line and 24.0% of the population, including no under eighteens and 100.0% of those over 64.

title: Corning, Missouri


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Craig, Missouri

Craig is a city in Holt County, Missouri, United States. The population was 105 at the 2020 census.

History
Craig was laid out in 1868. The city was named after the attorney and Missouri politician James Craig. A post office also named Craig has been in operation since 1869.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.27 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 248 people, 110 households, and 67 families living in the city. The population density was 918.5 PD/sqmi. There were 137 housing units at an average density of 507.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.2% White, 0.4% Native American, and 0.4% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.8% of the population.

There were 110 households, of which 25.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.5% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.1% were non-families. 31.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.81.

The median age in the city was 47 years. 18.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.8% were from 25 to 44; 33.2% were from 45 to 64; and 19.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.6% male and 50.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 309 people, 131 households, and 77 families living in the city. The population density was 1,120.0 PD/sqmi. There were 154 housing units at an average density of 558.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.68% White, and 0.32% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.32% of the population.

There were 131 households, out of which 29.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.3% were married couples living together, 6.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.5% were non-families. 36.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the city the population was spread out, with 26.5% under the age of 18, 10.0% from 18 to 24, 22.3% from 25 to 44, 21.4% from 45 to 64, and 19.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $22,500, and the median income for a family was $26,750. Males had a median income of $30,114 versus $15,625 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,719. About 14.5% of families and 17.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.5% of those under the age of eighteen and 23.1% of those 65 or over.

title: Craig, Missouri


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Forest City, Missouri

Forest City is a city in Holt County, Missouri, United States. The population was 243 at the 2020 census.

History
Forest City was platted in 1857. The city was named from the dense forest near the original the town site. A post office called Forest City has been in operation since 1857.

City Hall was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.99 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 268 people, 117 households, and 70 families residing in the city. The population density was 270.7 PD/sqmi. There were 147 housing units at an average density of 148.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.5% White, 1.1% Native American, 2.2% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

There were 117 households, of which 26.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.3% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.2% were non-families. 34.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 2.94.

The median age in the city was 43.8 years. 22.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.6% were from 25 to 44; 31.7% were from 45 to 64; and 16.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.4% male and 46.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 338 people, 139 households, and 91 families residing in the city. The population density was 346.3 PD/sqmi. There were 148 housing units at an average density of 151.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.15% White, 0.89% African American, 0.59% Native American, and 2.37% from two or more races.

There were 139 households, out of which 29.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.0% were married couples living together, 6.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.5% were non-families. 28.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 3.05.

In the city the population was spread out, with 25.4% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 30.5% from 25 to 44, 22.5% from 45 to 64, and 15.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,016, and the median income for a family was $32,500. Males had a median income of $25,893 versus $16,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,671. About 1.0% of families and 4.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.4% of those under age 18 and 13.6% of those age 65 or over.

title: Forest City, Missouri


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Fortescue, Missouri

Fortescue is a village in Holt County, Missouri, United States. The population was 21 at the 2020 census.

History
Fortescue was founded circa 1884. An early railroad promoter named Fortesque gave the community the maiden name of his mother. A post office called Fortescue was established in 1884, and remained in operation until 1973.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.08 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 32 people, 10 households, and 9 families living in the village. The population density was 400.0 PD/sqmi. There were 16 housing units at an average density of 200.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.0% White.

There were 10 households, of which 40.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 80.0% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 10.0% were non-families. 0.0% of all households were made up of individuals. The average household size was 3.20 and the average family size was 3.33.

The median age in the village was 31 years. 34.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28.2% were from 25 to 44; 28.2% were from 45 to 64; and 3.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 43.8% male and 56.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 51 people, 18 households, and 10 families living in the town. The population density was 674.1 PD/sqmi. There were 23 housing units at an average density of 304.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 100.00% White.

There were 18 households, out of which 61.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.4% were married couples living together, and 38.9% were non-families. 38.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.83 and the average family size was 3.82.

In the town the population was spread out, with 41.2% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 35.3% from 25 to 44, 11.8% from 45 to 64, and 3.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 26 years. For every 100 females, there were 131.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 172.7 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $26,250, and the median income for a family was $28,125. Males had a median income of $33,125 versus $11,250 for females. The per capita income for the town was $5,695. There were 38.5% of families and 29.5% of the population living below the poverty line, including 21.4% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

title: Fortescue, Missouri


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Maitland, Missouri

Maitland is a city in Holt County, Missouri, United States. The population was 276 at the 2020 census. At one point the city billed itself as the "Bluegrass Mecca"—home to the largest bluegrass farm in the world.

History
Maitland was platted in 1880. The town is named after John Skirving Maitland, who was a surveyor for the Nodaway Valley Railroad (the construction company for the Kansas City, St. Joseph and Council Bluffs Railroad) that arrived in Maitland in 1880 when its superintendent, John Fisk Barnard, purchased the land for the town from John S. and Delila Swope. The railroad would eventually be taken over by the Burlington Northern Railroad before eventually being abandoned.

Maitland is a farming community. One of the farmers from Maitland was David Ward King, inventor and promoter of the King road drag—an invention that essentially was two logs lashed together and dragged behind horse or mule teams that was an effective and inexpensive method to grade dirt roads. It was the horse-drawn forerunner of the modern road grader. The invention came at the time Henry Ford started to mass-produce automobiles. Before its invention, wet country roads became muck and were often nearly impassable. The use of the King Road Drag kept rural roads solid, even when wet, which rendered them passable all the time. These improved rural roads made possible both the advent of the automobile and rural mail delivery.

In the first half of the 20th century, Maitland claimed to have the largest bluegrass seed producing farm in the world. John Q. Weller was to claim that the 10000000 lb of seed produced on his farm was more than the harvested seed output of the entire state of Kentucky. In some years, Weller would get permission to pile up bumper crops of seed on the city streets. During the harvest time in late June/early July, the town hosted a Bluegrass festival.

Bluegrass seed production in the late 1950s/early 1960s moved to farming communities in Idaho, Oregon and Washington. The Festival had been discontinued.

In 1975 the Maitland Community Betterment Association celebrated the bluegrass stripping heritage with the slogan, "Home of the Strippers."

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.30 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 343 people, 144 households, and 100 families residing in the city. The population density was 1143.3 PD/sqmi. There were 161 housing units at an average density of 536.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.1% White, 0.3% Native American, and 0.6% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.6% of the population.

There were 144 households, of which 31.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.5% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.6% were non-families. 27.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 2.81.

The median age in the city was 37.4 years. 24.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.3% were from 25 to 44; 26.2% were from 45 to 64; and 14.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.3% male and 50.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 342 people, 143 households, and 90 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,179.7 PD/sqmi. There were 173 housing units at an average density of 596.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.29% of the population.

There were 143 households, out of which 32.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.3% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.4% were non-families. 32.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the city the population was spread out, with 27.8% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 24.3% from 45 to 64, and 15.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 112.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,250, and the median income for a family was $39,500. Males had a median income of $30,250 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,743. About 6.0% of families and 10.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.3% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Nodaway-Holt R-VII School District is the local school district for the area, with an elementary school in Maitland and a junior-senior high and district headquarters in Graham.

Notable People
Eleanor Sue Owens (1935-)   Author

title: Maitland, Missouri


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Mound City, Missouri

Mound City is a city in Holt County, Missouri, United States, centered near the interchange of Interstate 29 and Missouri Route 118. The population was 1,004 at the 2020 census, down from the 1,159 people counted during the previous census.

History
Mound City was originally called North Point, and under the latter name was platted in 1857. The present name is after mounds near the original town site. A post office called North Point was established in 1855, and the name was changed to Mound City in 1871.

Geography
Mound City is located in the northwest corner of Missouri at the southern end of the Loess Hills. It is named for the hills in the area. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.29 sqmi, all land.

Mound City is located in what was, in the early 19th century, considered to be unorganized Missouri Territory. In 1836, leaders of the Iowa, Sauk and Meskwaki peoples sold land that included what would become Mound City, as part of the 3149 sqmi of the Platte Purchase.

Protected areas
Mound City benefits economically from the Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge, which is about 5 mi from the city. Since spring snow geese migration numbers first topped one million in March 2008, Mound City and the surrounding area have benefited from the nearly 300,000 visitors they have attracted, including thousands of hunters who hunt in the stubble of corn fields that surround the refuge.

The refuge is estimated to add about $2.6 million to the economies of Holt and Buchanan counties. Hunting is prohibited on the 7,500-acre refuge, but not in the corn fields where the geese feed, which surround the refuge.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,159 people, 514 households, and 317 families residing in the city. The population density was 898.4 PD/sqmi. There were 598 housing units at an average density of 463.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.1% White, 2.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% African American, and 0.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 514 households, of which 25.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.4% were married couples living together, 9.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.3% were non-families. 34.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.16 and the average family size was 2.76.

The median age in the city was 46.3 years. 20% of residents were under the age of 18; 6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.6% were from 25 to 44; 26% were from 45 to 64; and 25.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.3% male and 53.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,193 people, 547 households, and 321 families residing in the city. The population density was 921.4 PD/sqmi. There were 627 housing units at an average density of 484.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.91% White, 0.08% African American, 0.59% Native American, 0.08% Asian, and 0.34% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.50% of the population.

There were 547 households, out of which 23.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.5% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.3% were non-families. 38.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.10 and the average family size was 2.80.

In the city the population was spread out, with 20.7% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 23.0% from 25 to 44, 21.5% from 45 to 64, and 29.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 82.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,219, and the median income for a family was $33,472. Males had a median income of $25,446 versus $20,667 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,985. About 10.1% of families and 12.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.3% of those under age 18 and 12.0% of those age 65 or over.

Media
The Mound City News is a local weekly newspaper which has been published in Mound City since April 1994.

Education
Public education in Mound City is administered by Mound City R-II School District.

Mound City has a lending library, the Mound City Public Library.

Notable people
Jake Schoonover (NCAA Football Coach) University of Mississippi Special Teams Coordinator
 * Frank McGrath (1903–1967), actor best known for his role on Wagon Train
 * Charles Ray Hatcher (1929-1984), serial killer

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Oregon, Missouri

Oregon is a city and county seat of Holt County, Missouri, United States. The population was 837 at the 2020 census.

History
Oregon was originally called Finley, and under that name was platted in 1841. The present name refers to the Oregon Country, which was at the time considered a prime destination of pioneer emigrants passing through the area. A post office called Oregon has been in operation since 1843.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.00 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 857 people, 356 households, and 235 families living in the city. The population density was 857.0 PD/sqmi. There were 401 housing units at an average density of 401.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.4% White, 0.5% Native American, 0.5% Asian, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.2% of the population.

There were 356 households, of which 27.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.3% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.0% were non-families. 29.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.79.

The median age in the city was 45.4 years. 19.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.7% were from 25 to 44; 28.4% were from 45 to 64; and 21.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.5% male and 51.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 935 people, 348 households, and 243 families living in the city. The population density was 931.0 PD/sqmi. There were 395 housing units at an average density of 393.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.40% White, 0.53% Native American, 0.11% Asian, 0.11% Pacific Islander, and 0.86% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.11% of the population.

There were 348 households, out of which 34.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.6% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.9% were non-families. 27.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.4% under the age of 18, 6.5% from 18 to 24, 26.3% from 25 to 44, 18.6% from 45 to 64, and 22.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 80.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $34,250, and the median income for a family was $41,932. Males had a median income of $33,750 versus $18,417 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,441. About 5.3% of families and 7.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.1% of those under age 18 and 7.1% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The 1928 Oregon boys' basketball, which featured future University of Missouri coach Wilbur Stalcup, won the state basketball tournament at a time when Missouri did not have divisions for its schools. The team reached the quarterfinals of the National Interscholastic Basketball Tournament to determine a national champion. At the time, Oregon did not have a gymnasium. Oregon's team consisted of a total of 10 players. It practiced on an outdoor court and occasionally inside the Methodist Church.

The Holt County Museum & Research Center is located in Oregon, Missouri.

Oregon has a lending library, the Oregon Public Library.

Notable people

 * Edward Coke Crow, former United States Democratic Attorney General
 * Wilbur Stalcup, former University of Missouri basketball head coach

title: Oregon, Missouri


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Armstrong, Missouri

Armstrong is a city in Howard County, Missouri, United States. The population was 243 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Columbia, Missouri Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History
Armstrong was platted in 1878, and named after one Mr. Armstrong, a railroad promoter. A post office called Armstrong has been in operation since 1878.

Geography
Armstrong is located at 39.26889°N, -92.70083°W (39.268832, -92.700938). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.82 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 284 people, 111 households, and 78 families residing in the city. The population density was 346.3 PD/sqmi. There were 137 housing units at an average density of 167.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.1% White, 1.8% African American, 2.1% Native American, and 1.1% from two or more races.

There were 111 households, of which 36.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.9% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.7% were non-families. 24.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.56 and the average family size was 3.08.

The median age in the city was 37.5 years. 26.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.5% were from 25 to 44; 29.5% were from 45 to 64; and 12.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.7% male and 49.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 287 people, 115 households, and 77 families residing in the city. The population density was 340.5 PD/sqmi. There were 142 housing units at an average density of 168.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.33% White, 5.92% African American, and 1.74% from two or more races.

There were 115 households, out of which 32.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.0% were married couples living together, 13.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.0% were non-families. 30.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.05.

In the city the population was spread out, with 30.0% under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 25.4% from 25 to 44, 17.4% from 45 to 64, and 20.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,167, and the median income for a family was $27,500. Males had a median income of $19,250 versus $25,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,055. About 9.0% of families and 16.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 30.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 10.8% of those 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Ida M. Bowman Becks, elocutionist, suffragist, and African-American community organizer.
 * Frank P. Briggs, former United States Senator and Assistant U.S. Secretary of the Interior.

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Fayette, Missouri

Fayette is a city in and the county seat of Howard County, Missouri, United States. It is part of the Columbia, Missouri Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city's population was 2,803 at the 2020 census.

History
Fayette was laid out in 1823. The community was named after Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette. A post office has been in operation at Fayette since 1824.

The Edwin and Nora Payne Bedford House, Central Methodist College Campus Historic District, Coleman Hall, Fayette City Park Swimming Pool, Fayette Courthouse Square Historic District, Fayette Residential Historic District, Greenwood, Prior Jackson Homeplace, Alfred W. Morrison House, Oakwood, St. Mary's Episcopal Church, South Main Street Historic District, and Dr. Uriel S. Wright Office are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

In 1899, 19-year-old, black Fayette resident Frank Embree was accused of raping a 14-year-old white girl. Embree claimed to be innocent; however, after a lynch mob whipped him more than 100 times, he stated that he would "own up" to the crime if the mob agreed to shoot or hang him as an alternative to continuing to torture him. Embree was then hanged, on July 21, 1899, without ever having been tried or convicted of a crime.

Geography
Fayette is at 39.14556°N, -92.68611°W (39.145468, -92.686126). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.26 sqmi, of which 2.22 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,688 people, 949 households, and 509 families living in the city. The population density was 1210.8 PD/sqmi. There were 1,097 housing units at an average density of 494.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 83.5% White, 13.0% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.6% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

There were 949 households, of which 25.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 36.9% were married couples living together, 12.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 46.4% were non-families. 37.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 2.85.

The median age in the city was 26.1 years. 16.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 32% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 15.9% were from 25 to 44; 19.5% were from 45 to 64; and 15.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.7% male and 51.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,793 people, 976 households, and 578 families living in the city. The population density was 1,253.6 PD/sqmi. There were 1,133 housing units at an average density of 508.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 79.16% White, 18.33% African American, 0.47% Native American, 0.21% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 0.47% from other races, and 1.32% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.93% of the population.

There were 976 households, out of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.4% were married couples living together, 14.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.7% were non-families. 34.5% of all households were individuals, and 16.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.18 and the average family size was 2.79.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 17.9% under the age of 18, 28.2% from 18 to 24, 19.5% from 25 to 44, 16.2% from 45 to 64, and 18.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 29 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,276, and the median income for a family was $35,694. Males had a median income of $27,768 versus $20,833 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,451. About 9.1% of families and 15.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.1% of those under age 18 and 20.0% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Fayette is home to Central Methodist University, a private 4-year university, which is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It was also home to the now-defunct Howard-Payne Junior College.

In its public school system, Fayette has one elementary school (L. J. Daly), one middle school (W. N. Clark) and one high school (Fayette).

Fayette has a lending library, the Howard County Public Library.

title: Fayette, Missouri