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Ozark, Missouri

Ozark is a city in and the county seat of Christian County, Missouri. Its population was 21,284 as of the 2020 census. Ozark is also the third largest city in the Springfield, Missouri Metropolitan Area, and is centered along a business loop of U.S. Route 65, where it intersects with Missouri Route 14.

History
Ozark was named after the Ozark Mountains, in which it is situated. The Ozark Courthouse Square Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2009.

The name Ozarks is believed to have begun sometime in the late 1700s or early 1800s from those living in the Arkansas area who were heading north and said they were going to the Ozarks.

The first settler to visit the area is believed to be Henry Schoolcraft, who arrived in 1818. During that time he studied extensively the geological makeup of the area and noted the high concentration of lead and zinc. Notably, in the Elk Valley area. Schoolcraft noted on the abundance of elk, bear and other wildlife in the area. This later became the area's hunting grounds, until the elk were hunted to extinction in the 1880s.

Most of the lead and zinc mines functioned until the early 1900's. The majority of the mining done in Ozark, Missouri was done in the Elk Valley area.

Geography
Ozark is located at 37.02722°N, -93.20944°W (37.027111, −93.209572). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 11.15 sqmi, of which 11.10 sqmi is land and 0.05 sqmi is water.

Demographics
In 2012, press reports described Ozark as the fastest-growing city in Missouri.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 21,284 people, 7,648 households, and 5,238 families in Ozark. The population density was 1,751.8 per square mile (676.5/km$2$). There were 8,132 housing units at an average density of 669.3 per square mile (258.5/km$2$). The racial makeup was 88.86% (18,913) white, 0.92% (196) black or African-American, 0.58% (123) Native American, 0.58% (124) Asian, 0.09% (19) Pacific Islander, 1.3% (276) from other races, and 7.67% (1,633) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.2% (850) of the population.

Of the 7,648 households, 33.7% had children under the age of 18; 51.5% were married couples living together; 30.0% had a female householder with no husband present. Of all households, 25.2% consisted of individuals and 9.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.6 and the average family size was 3.1.

27.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 26.0% from 25 to 44, 21.9% from 45 to 64, and 11.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34.1 years. For every 100 females, the population had 84.8 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 82.1 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $58,995 (with a margin of error of +/- $4,275) and the median family income was $67,842 (+/- $9,725). Males had a median income of $39,931 (+/- $2,397) versus $27,374 (+/- $4,454) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $33,969 (+/- $3,180). Approximately, 10.4% of families and 13.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.3% of those under the age of 18 and 18.3% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
At the 2010 census there were 17,820 people, 6,603 households, and 4,689 families living in the city. The population density was 1605.4 PD/sqmi. There were 7,311 housing units at an average density of 658.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White, 0.8% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.8% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2%.

Of the 6,603 households 43.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.6% were married couples living together, 14.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.0% were non-families. 23.1% of households were one person and 7.8% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.65 and the average family size was 3.14.

The median age was 30.9 years. 30.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 31.6% were from 25 to 44; 19.1% were from 45 to 64; and 10.1% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.3% male and 52.7% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 9,665 people, 3,635 households, and 2,599 families living in the city. The population density was 1,280.8 PD/sqmi. There were 3,853 housing units at an average density of 510.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.36% White, 0.71% Native American, 0.33% African American, 0.30% Asian, 0.07% Pacific Islander, 0.59% from other races, and 1.63% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.70%.

Of the 3,635 households 40.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.2% were married couples living together, 12.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.5% were non-families. 23.2% of households were one person and 7.7% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.04.

The age distribution was 28.9% under the age of 18, 10.7% from 18 to 24, 34.5% from 25 to 44, 16.1% from 45 to 64, and 9.8% 65 or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.9 males.

The median household income was $34,210 and the median family income was $40,069. Males had a median income of $30,599 versus $21,794 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,912. About 10.4% of families and 11.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.3% of those under age 18 and 9.9% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
Ozark was home to Simclar Interconnect Technologies, a 100000 sqft Simclar Group factory, providing backplane fabrication for telecommunications and data communications customers. In 2007, Simclar moved 115 jobs to Ozark from Springfield, lured by a "tax incentive under which the company donated $1 million to a local not-for-profit corporation, which in turn will buy buildings, machinery and equipment and lease them back to Simclar." In 2012, Los Angeles-based private equity firm Balmoral Funds LLC acquired the Ozark plant as part of an agreement that included plants in Hialeah, Florida and Matamoros, Mexico. The company was renamed Concurrent Manufacturing Solutions LLC.

The Springfield/Ozark Mountain Ducks were an independent baseball team playing in the Central Baseball League from 1998 to 2003; Price Cutter Park, which was built in early 1999, was their home field.

In 2011, B&B Theatres built a cinema between Ozark and Nixa along Route 14. The Belltower Chapel, originally the Ozark Christian Church, was built in 1912 and is located off of the Historic Courthouse Square in Ozark; since its 21st-century renovation it serves as a venue for weddings and other events.

Education
Public education in Ozark is administered by the Ozark R-VI School District. This includes, Ozark High School, Ozark Junior High School, Ozark Middle School, 4 elementary schools, and a preschool.

Ozark has a public library, the Christian County Library.

Notable people

 * Lucas Harrell, MLB player for the Toronto Blue Jays
 * Jake Wesley Rogers, pop singer-songwriter

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Sparta, Missouri

Sparta is a city in north central Christian County, Missouri, United States. The population was 1,756 at the 2010 census.

Sparta is part of the Springfield, Missouri Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History
A post office called Sparta has been in operation since 1876. The city's name is a transfer from Sparta, Tennessee. Sparta got rail service when a subsidiary of the St. Louis–San Francisco Railway (Frisco) extended a line from Ozark, Missouri to Chadwick, Missouri in the Spring of 1883. But passenger service on the Frisco line was discontinued in March 1933, and in 1934 the line from Ozark to Chadwick was abandoned entirely.

Geography
Sparta is in north central Christian County on the south edge of the Springfield Plateau. The community lies at the intersection of Missouri Route 14 and Missouri Route 125 approximately six miles east of Ozark. To the south and southeast the edge of the plateau is dissected by the headwaters of Bull and Swan creeks.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.24 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,756 people, 696 households, and 476 families residing in the city. The population density was 1416.1 /mi2. There were 763 housing units at an average density of 615.3 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 96.6% White, 0.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.5% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.6% of the population.

There were 696 households, of which 40.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.7% were married couples living together, 14.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.6% were non-families. 27.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.1% 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 3.07.

The median age in the city was 30.8 years. 29.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 30.3% were from 25 to 44; 18.8% were from 45 to 64; and 12.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.1% male and 52.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,144 people, 463 households, and 324 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,304.3 /mi2. There were 509 housing units at an average density of 580.3 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 96.50% White, 0.26% African American, 0.87% Native American, 0.35% Asian, 0.35% from other races, and 1.66% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.22% of the population.

There were 463 households, out of which 87.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.2% were married couples living together, 45.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.0% were non-families. 26.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 2.92.

In the city the population was spread out, with 10.9% under the age of 18, 2.8% from 18 to 24, 10.3% from 25 to 44, 38.6% from 45 to 64, and 64.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 62 years. For every 100 females, there were 60.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 61.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $16,768, and the median income for a family was $17,981. Males had a median income of $15,227 versus $11,206 for females. The per capita income for the city was $6,869. About 34.3% of families and 87.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 32.1% of those under age 18 and 11.4% of those age 65 or over.

Government and infrastructure
Sparta has a Mayor and Board of Alderman with 2 wards and 2 alderman per ward. As of April 2023, the mayor is Misty Holt. Board of Alderman are Jarrett Iorg, Amy Hammons, Jeb Bushman and Jim Campbell.

Sparta provides policing services through the Sparta Police Department. Since March 2016, the chief of police is Trampus Taylor of Ava, Missouri. Sparta has one patrol officer and some reserve police officers. The Christian County Sheriff's office provides services when no Sparta police officer is available.

Education
The Sparta R-III School District is a K–12 institution of about 750 students that serves Sparta and the surrounding area and has been led by Landon Gray since 2021.

Notable person

 * William T. Tyndall, Missouri congressman (1905-1907) and Sparta postmaster (1891-1893, 1897–1905)

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Spokane, Missouri

Spokane is a census-designated place in Christian County, Missouri, United States. The population was 177 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Springfield, Missouri, Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History
Spokane was laid out in 1893. The community was named after Spokane, Washington. A post office called Spokane has been in operation since 1892.

Geography
Spokane is located at 36.86194°N, -93.30417°W (36.861839, -93.304152).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 0.84 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 177 people, 56 households, and 50 families living in the CDP. The population density was 210.7 PD/sqmi. There were 64 housing units at an average density of 76.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 98.9% White and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.6% of the population.

There were 56 households, of which 55.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.2% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 10.7% were non-families. 8.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.16 and the average family size was 3.28.

The median age in the CDP was 29.3 years. 39% of residents were under the age of 18; 5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.7% were from 25 to 44; 13.6% were from 45 to 64; and 14.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the CDP was 52.0% male and 48.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 133 people, 38 households, and 34 families living in the CDP. The population density was 168.4 PD/sqmi. There were 46 housing units at an average density of 58.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 97.74% White and 2.26% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.75% of the population.

There were 38 households, out of which 63.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 78.9% were married couples living together, 13.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 7.9% were non-families. 7.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.50 and the average family size was 3.69.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 42.1% under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 30.8% from 25 to 44, 16.5% from 45 to 64, and 5.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 28 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.4 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $35,417, and the median income for a family was $35,417. Males had a median income of $31,786 versus $13,958 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $17,157. None of the population and none of the families were below the poverty line.

Commerce and trade
The local business association is the Spokane/Highlandville Chamber of Commerce, denoting the strong link the communities of Spokane and Highlandville to the north. Spokane has fewer residents and encompasses less area than Highlandville, but is the main location for the local public junior high and high schools, and has more commercial structures and businesses.

Education
Spokane School District operated four schools: one preschool facility, one elementary (K-5) school (located in Highlandville), one middle (6-8) school, and one high school (9-12).

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Alexandria, Missouri

Alexandria is a city in eastern Clark County, Missouri, United States. As of the 2020 census, its population was 105.

Alexandria is part of the Fort Madison–Keokuk, Iowa-Missouri Micropolitan Statistical Area.

History
Alexandria was founded in the 1830s. The community was named after John Alexander, the proprietor of a nearby ferry. A post office called Alexandria has been in operation since 1840.

Geography
Alexandria is located in northeast Clark County adjacent to the Mississippi River. The city is on combined US routes 61 and 136. Wayland is approximately seven miles to the west on Route 136 and Keokuk, Iowa is five miles to the northeast on Route 136. Warsaw, Illinois lies across the Mississippi about 1.5 miles to the east.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.39 sqmi, of which 0.38 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

Located along the Mississippi River, Alexandria is prone to flooding, with large swaths of the area submerged during the Great Flood of 1993.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 159 people, 67 households, and 45 families living in the city. The population density was 418.4 PD/sqmi. There were 77 housing units at an average density of 202.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.9% White, 0.6% African American, and 2.5% from two or more races.

There were 67 households, of which 31.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.7% were married couples living together, 13.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.8% were non-families. 28.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.5% 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 2.93.

The median age in the city was 41.5 years. 24.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.4% were from 25 to 44; 32% were from 45 to 64; and 11.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 54.1% male and 45.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 166 people, 70 households, and 45 families living in the city. The population density was 443.7 PD/sqmi. There were 79 housing units at an average density of 211.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.80% White and 1.20% African American.

There were 70 households, out of which 31.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.7% were married couples living together, 2.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.7% were non-families. 31.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.4% 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 2.91.

In the city the population was spread out, with 24.7% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 31.3% from 25 to 44, 21.1% from 45 to 64, and 15.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,000, and the median income for a family was $32,000. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $20,833 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,404. About 6.7% of families and 6.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of 18 and 16.7% of those 65 or over.

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Kahoka, Missouri

Kahoka is a city in and the county seat of Clark County, in the northeast tip of Missouri, United States. As of the 2020 census, its population was 1,961.

History
Kahoka was platted in 1858. The city is named for the historic Cahokia tribe of the Illiniwek or Illinois Confederacy, which occupied territory on both sides of the Mississippi River in this area at the time of European encounter.

The Clark County Courthouse, Col. Hiram M. Hiller House, and Montgomery Opera House are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
Kahoka is located at the intersection of U.S. Route 136 and Missouri Route 81. Wayland is approximately seven miles to the east and Luray is 8.5 miles to the west. The Fox River flows past about one mile to the northeast.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.60 sqmi, of which 1.57 sqmi is land and 0.03 sqmi is water.

Demographics
Kahoka is part of the Fort Madison–Keokuk, IA-MO Micropolitan Statistical Area.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,078 people, 883 households, and 521 families living in the city. The population density was 1323.6 PD/sqmi. There were 1,001 housing units at an average density of 637.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.5% White, 0.2% African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.

There were 883 households, of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.0% were married couples living together, 10.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.0% were non-families. 36.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.6% 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 2.92.

The median age in the city was 39.9 years. 23.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.1% were from 25 to 44; 23.6% were from 45 to 64; and 21% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.5% male and 53.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,241 people, 921 households, and 562 families living in the city. The population density was 1,464.0 PD/sqmi. There were 1,014 housing units at an average density of 662.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.48% White, 0.09% African American, 0.40% Native American, 0.002% Dutch, 0.04% Asian, 0.13% from other races, and 0.85% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.80% of the population.

There were 921 households, out of which 30.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.2% were married couples living together, 9.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.9% were non-families. 35.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.31 and the average family size was 3.01.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.3% under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 24.1% from 25 to 44, 19.9% from 45 to 64, and 22.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 78.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,384, and the median income for a family was $30,192. Males had a median income of $24,313 versus $16,563 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,928. About 15.4% of families and 17.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.1% of those under age 18 and 18.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education in Kahoka is administered by Clark County R-I School District, which operates two elementary schools, one middle school, and Clark County High School.

Kahoka has a public library, the H.E. Sever Memorial Branch Library.

Notable people

 * Ralph Bell, played for Chicago White Sox in 1912
 * William Bishop, businessman, military officer, politician, State Treasurer of Missouri from 1865 to 1869
 * John Conner, musician, marimbist
 * Hiram Hiller, Jr., physician, medical missionary, explorer, ethnographer
 * Matt Murphy, professional wrestler
 * Neil Smelser, sociologist
 * Ramo Stott, stock car driver
 * Richard Webber, federal judge
 * William Wheat, U.S. Representative from Illinois

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Luray, Missouri

Luray is a village in Clark County, Missouri, United States. As of the 2020 census, its population was 73. It is part of the Fort Madison–Keokuk, IA-MO Micropolitan Statistical Area.

History
Luray was platted in 1837. The source of the name Luray is obscure; according to the State Historical Society of Missouri, most likely it is Native American in origin. A post office called Luray has been in operation since 1841. After 170 years in operation, the Luray office closed on November 4, 2011.

Geography
Luray is located on US Route 136 6.5 miles west of Kahoka. The Clark-Scotland county line is approximately three miles west of the community. The North Wyaconda River flows past about three quarters of a mile to the southwest.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.20 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 99 people, 37 households, and 22 families residing in the village. The population density was 495.0 PD/sqmi. There were 39 housing units at an average density of 195.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 99.0% White and 1.0% African American.

There were 37 households, of which 37.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.1% were married couples living together, 5.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.5% were non-families. 35.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.8% 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 3.27.

The median age in the village was 35.1 years. 33.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 32.4% were from 25 to 44; 20.4% were from 45 to 64; and 9.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 54.5% male and 45.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 102 people, 39 households, and 26 families residing in the village. The population density was 519.7 PD/sqmi. There were 46 housing units at an average density of 234.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 99.02% White and 0.98% African American.

There were 39 households, out of which 30.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.3% were married couples living together, 12.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.8% were non-families. 25.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.62, with 7.43 ghosts, and the average family size was 3.07.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 31.4% under the age of 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 32.4% from 25 to 44, 21.6% from 45 to 64, and 9.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $23,125, and the median income for a family was $23,750. Males had a median income of $21,250 versus $26,250 for females. The per capita income for the village was $10,927. There were 20.0% of families and 27.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including 30.3% of under eighteens and 100.0% of those over 64.

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Revere, Missouri

Revere is a city in Clark County, Missouri, United States. As of the 2020 census, its population was 76. It is part of the Fort Madison–Keokuk, IA-MO Micropolitan Statistical Area.

Geography
Revere is located in northern Clark County three miles from the Missouri-Iowa state line. The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad passes through the community.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.19 sqmi, all land.

History
Founded on October 22, 1887, by the Santa Fe Railroad, Revere was "probably named in honor of Paul Revere." During the period prior to 1900, Revere flourished as an intermediate stop for the railroad. In 1898, Revere was incorporated as a city in the 4th class of Missouri.

In 1898, J.H. Talbott of Luray started the Revere Current, a weekly newspaper that consisted of five pages of world and local news including advertisements, train schedule and local markets. Circulation closed on July 18, 1901, when Talbott left for law school.

Located at the former site of the Revere Methodist Church, Ar-Del Park was dedicated on May 30, 1946, as a memorial to Revere natives John Arnold Wallace and Delmar Brown, who died serving their country during World War II. A large boulder with a plaque dedicated to all Clark County veterans is located in the park.

On July 26, 2011, the United States Postal Service announced plans to consider closing the Revere post office as part of a nationwide restructuring plan. On May 9, 2012, it was announced that a new strategy would preserve the nation's smallest post offices, reversing the earlier plan.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 79 people, 36 households, and 24 families residing in the city. The population density was 415.8 PD/sqmi. There were 41 housing units at an average density of 215.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.7% White, 1.3% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.

There were 36 households, of which 16.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.3% were married couples living together, 5.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.19 and the average family size was 2.71.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.5% under the age of 20, 2.5% from 20 to 24, 19.0% from 25 to 44, 43.0% from 45 to 64, and 13.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 49 years. For every 100 females, there were 113.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.5 males.

Transportation
Amtrak’s Southwest Chief, which operates between Los Angeles and Chicago, passes through the town on BNSF tracks, but makes no stop. The nearest station is located in Fort Madison, 33 mi to the northeast.

Education
Revere High School was started in 1923 with a single student, Lula Riley. In 1925, a new building was dedicated for grades K-12. In 1988, the graduating class had two students. After several years of declining enrollment the final high school class graduated in 2002 with five students. The building was then used for K-8 students, with grades 9-12 attending Clark County R-1 high school in Kahoka. Continued declining enrollment led to a vote in April 2012 that resulted in the decision to close the school and annex it to the Clark County R-1 school district effective July 1, 2012.

Despite one of the smallest high school enrollments in the state of Missouri, the purple and white Bulldogs fielded four Missouri State High School Athletic Association state-qualifying teams. Baseball teams from 1977, 1981 and 1982 and the 1997 girls basketball team reached the state playoffs.

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Wayland, Missouri

Wayland is a city in Clark County, Missouri, United States. As of the 2020 census, its population was 408. It is part of the Fort Madison–Keokuk, IA-MO Micropolitan Statistical Area.

History
Wayland was laid out in 1880. The city was named for Jerre Wayland, a pioneer settler. A post office called Wayland has been in operation since 1874.

Sickles Tavern was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986.

Geography
Wayland is located on US Route 136 between Kahoka seven miles to the west and Alexandria 6.5 miles to the east-southeast. The Fox River flows past the west side of the city.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.67 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 533 people, 233 households, and 138 families living in the city. The population density was 795.5 PD/sqmi. There were 249 housing units at an average density of 371.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.5% White, 0.2% African American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.6% of the population.

There were 233 households, of which 29.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.3% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 8.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.8% were non-families. 35.2% 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 2.29 and the average family size was 2.92.

The median age in the city was 38.9 years. 24.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.6% were from 25 to 44; 27.9% were from 45 to 64; and 15.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.6% male and 51.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 425 people, 196 households, and 111 families living in the city. The population density was 1,549.6 PD/sqmi. There were 220 housing units at an average density of 802.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.53% White, and 0.47% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.94% of the population.

There were 196 households, out of which 23.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.8% were married couples living together, 8.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.9% were non-families. 38.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 24.5% 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 2.83.

In the city the population was spread out, with 23.5% under the age of 18, 9.9% from 18 to 24, 22.1% from 25 to 44, 24.0% from 45 to 64, and 20.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $19,034, and the median income for a family was $25,179. Males had a median income of $23,750 versus $20,227 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,240. About 15.9% of families and 19.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 34.4% of those under age 18 and 14.0% of those age 65 or over.

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Wyaconda, Missouri

Wyaconda is a city in Clark County, Missouri, United States. As of the 2020 census, its population was 214. The city was organized in 1888 and is named after a Siouan name for God or the Great Spirit. The first land purchased from the Santa Fe and Land Co. was in 1888.

Wyaconda is part of the Fort Madison–Keokuk, IA-MO Micropolitan Statistical Area.

Geography
Wyaconda is located in western Clark County one mile from the Clark-Scotland county line. The community is at the intersection of Missouri routes A, E and W. Kahoka is approximately eleven miles to the northeast and South Gorin in Scotland County is five miles to the southwest. The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad passes through the community. The South Wyaconda River passes about 1.5 miles to the northeast and the Little Wyaconda River passes about 1.5 miles to the southwest.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.64 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
At the 2010 census, there were 227 people, 108 households and 63 families in the city. The population density was 354.7 PD/sqmi. There were 140 housing units at an average density of 218.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.2% White and 1.8% from two or more races.

There were 108 households, of which 27.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.5% were married couples living together, 9.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.7% were non-families. 38.0% 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 2.10 and the average family size was 2.76.

The median age was 43.5 years. 24.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.1% were from 25 to 44; 30.4% were from 45 to 64; and 18.5% were 65 years of age or older. The population was 49.3% male and 50.7% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census, there were 310 people, 138 households and 84 families residing in the city. The population density was 479.8 PD/sqmi. There were 171 housing units at an average density of 264.7 /sqmi. The population was 99.68% White, and 0.32% from two or more races.

There were 138 households, of which 23.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.1% were married couples living together, 10.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.1% were non-families. 34.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.6% 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 2.87.

22.9% of the population were under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 24.5% from 25 to 44, 22.3% from 45 to 64, and 21.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.8 males.

The median household income was $20,893 and the median family income was $25,000. Males had a median income of $24,107 compared with $15,313 for females. The per capita income was $12,913. About 22.5% of families and 24.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 43.1% of those under age 18 and 19.2% of those age 65 or over.

Transportation
Amtrak’s Southwest Chief, which operates between Los Angeles and Chicago, passes through the town on BNSF tracks, but makes no stop. The nearest station is located in Fort Madison, 54 mi to the northeast.

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Avondale, Missouri

Avondale is a city in Clay County, Missouri, United States. The population was 436 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area.

History
A post office called Avondale was established in 1915. The city was named after the River Avon, in England. Avondale is the birthplace of World War Two hero Carl Beck. Carl served in the 101st Airborne at Normandy and at Bastogne.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.14 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 440 people, 199 households, and 109 families living in the city. The population density was 3142.9 PD/sqmi. There were 226 housing units at an average density of 1614.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 89.1% White, 4.1% African American, 1.1% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 1.4% from other races, and 3.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.0% of the population.

There were 199 households, of which 22.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.7% were married couples living together, 11.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 45.2% were non-families. 30.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.78.

The median age in the city was 43.4 years. 18% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.5% were from 25 to 44; 33.6% were from 45 to 64; and 14.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.0% male and 47.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 529 people, 219 households, and 146 families living in the city. The population density was 3,996.3 PD/sqmi. There were 224 housing units at an average density of 1,692.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.52% White, 0.95% African American, 0.76% Native American, 0.38% Asian, 2.08% from other races, and 1.32% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.27% of the population.

There were 219 households, out of which 26.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.8% were married couples living together, 9.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 22.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 2.84.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.2% under the age of 18, 10.0% from 18 to 24, 34.6% from 25 to 44, 21.9% from 45 to 64, and 13.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,159, and the median income for a family was $38,958. Males had a median income of $33,750 versus $25,833 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,372. About 9.6% of families and 10.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.3% of those under age 18 and 2.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
North Kansas City School District is the area school district. Avondale is zoned to Chouteau Elementary School, Northgate Middle School, and North Kansas City High School.

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Birmingham, Missouri

Birmingham is a village in Clay County, Missouri, United States. The population was 189 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area.

History
Birmingham was founded in 1887. The village was named after Birmingham, England. A post office was established at Birmingham in 1888, and remained in operation until 1956.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.56 sqmi, all land. Birmingham is entirely surrounded by Kansas City.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 183 people, 75 households, and 52 families living in the village. The population density was 326.8 PD/sqmi. There were 85 housing units at an average density of 151.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 94.5% White, 0.5% African American, 3.8% Native American, and 1.1% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.

There were 75 households, of which 29.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.7% were married couples living together, 13.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.7% were non-families. 24.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 2.87.

The median age in the village was 36.8 years. 22.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 11.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.6% were from 25 to 44; 31.8% were from 45 to 64; and 9.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 54.6% male and 45.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 214 people, 82 households, and 56 families living in the village. The population density was 419.5 PD/sqmi. There were 89 housing units at an average density of 174.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.66% White, 0.93% African American, and 1.40% from two or more races.

There were 82 households, out of which 42.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.4% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.7% were non-families. 24.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 3.20.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 31.3% under the age of 18, 9.8% from 18 to 24, 26.6% from 25 to 44, 24.8% from 45 to 64, and 7.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 132.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.0 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $36,563, and the median income for a family was $45,000. Males had a median income of $38,125 versus $22,857 for females. The per capita income for the village was $16,420. About 8.1% of families and 5.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 22.2% of those 65 or over.

Education
North Kansas City School District is the area school district. It is zoned to Topping Elementary School, Maple Park Middle School, and Winnetonka High School.

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Claycomo, Missouri

Claycomo is a village in Clay County, Missouri, United States, as part of the Kansas City metropolitan area. Its name is a portmanteau of "Clay County, MO". The population was 1,343 at the 2020 census. Ford Motor Company owns the Kansas City Assembly Plant (KCAP) in Claycomo.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 2.55 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, 1,430 people, 672 households, and 369 families resided in the village. The population density was 560.8 PD/sqmi. The 759 housing units averaged 297.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 95.1% White, 0.8% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race were 5.0% of the population.

Of the 672 households, 21.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 35.7% were married couples living together, 12.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 45.1% were not families. About 38.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.13 and the average family size was 2.75.

The median age in the village was 45 years. Around 16.6% of residents were under the age of 18, 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24, 25.1% were from 25 to 44, 32.6% were from 45 to 64, and 17.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 52.0% male and 48.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, 1,267 people, 596 households, and 345 families resided in the village. The population density was 506.0 PD/sqmi.

The median income for a household in the village was $39,271, and for a family was $44,861. Males had a median income of $29,531 versus $23,990 for females. The per capita income for the village was $20,000. About 4.3% of families and 4.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.6% of those under age 18 and 5.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
North Kansas City School District is the area school district. Gracemore, Maplewood, and Ravenwood elementaries include sections of Claycomo. All of Claycomo is zoned to Maple Park Middle School, and Winnetonka High School.

Claycomo has a public library, a branch of the Mid-Continent Public Library.

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Gladstone, Missouri

Gladstone is a city in Clay County, Missouri, United States and a suburb of Kansas City. The City of Gladstone is located about 10–20 minutes from downtown Kansas City, and about 10–20 minutes from Kansas City International Airport. As of the 2020 census, the city population was 27,063. It is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area.

History
Settled as the area of Linden, Gladstone formally incorporated under the Missouri Constitution by popular vote in November 1952. The purpose of formation was to avoid being annexed by Kansas City.

A remnant of the mesic forested land on which Gladstone is built is preserved as the Maple Woods Natural Area, a park within Gladstone that is a National Natural Landmark. The Atkins-Johnson Farmhouse Property was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2007.

Government
Under state statute, Gladstone is a city of the third class. It has a council-manager form of government. The City Council consists of five members popularly elected every three years, with staggered terms in office. The mayor presides over council meetings, appoints members to resident boards and commissions, meets with constituents, and signs ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and agreements authorized by the council. The City Manager administers city operations and implements policies set by the City Council.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.06 sqmi, of which 8.05 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

The city is connected to nearby North Kansas City and Kansas City proper by Routes 1 and 283 as well as nearby U.S. Route 169, which sits less than 1.5 miles from the city's western border. I-29 runs near the city's southernmost tip shortly after its initial break from I-35. A handful of small subdivisions maintain independent municipalities along North Oak Trafficway, a road which is host to much of the area's shopping. The city is rectangular in shape, with the city limits generally extending from NE Englewood Road or NE 55th to NE 77th south to north, and N. Jackson Ave. to N. Broadway east to west. The city boundaries include a panhandle that goes south to NW 44th St. and from NW Briarcliff Ln. to Gladstone Waterworks Rd. from east to west. A portion of the panhandle was de-annexed by Kansas City and annexed by Gladstone in 2005 to bring the Gladstone Water Plant property within the Gladstone city limits.

There are four small enclaves in the southwest of the city. From the north they are Oakview, Oakwood Park, Oakwood, and Oaks.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 27,063 people, 11,598 households, and 7,164 families in Gladstone. The population density was 3,349.4 per square mile (1,293.0/km$2$). There were 12,483 housing units at an average density of 1,544.9 per square mile (596.4/km$2$). The racial makeup was 75.48% (20,427) white, 8.18% (2,214) black or African-American, 0.63% (171) Native American, 2.11% (571) Asian, 1.14% (309) Pacific Islander, 2.59% (702) from other races, and 9.86% (2,669) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 8.0% (2,184) of the population.

Of the 11,598 households, 23.4% had children under the age of 18; 43.8% were married couples living together; 28.5% had a female householder with no husband present. Of all households, 33.7% consisted of individuals and 13.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 3.0.

20.2% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 26.9% from 25 to 44, 27.3% from 45 to 64, and 19.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41.6 years. For every 100 females, the population had 103.2 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 97.7 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $63,225 (with a margin of error of +/- $4,868) and the median family income was $75,905 (+/- $5,639). Males had a median income of $39,526 (+/- $2,659) versus $29,747 (+/- $3,571) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $35,098 (+/- $2,048). Approximately, 7.0% of families and 9.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.7% of those under the age of 18 and 4.5% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
At the 2010 census there were 25,410 people, 11,182 households, and 6,859 families living in the city. The population density was 3156.5 PD/sqmi. There were 12,148 housing units at an average density of 1509.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 85.8% White, 5.2% African American, 0.6% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.6% Pacific Islander, 2.6% from other races, and 3.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.3%.

Of the 11,182 households 27.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.5% were married couples living together, 12.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.7% were non-families. 32.4% of households were one person and 12.2% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.86.

The median age was 41.7 years. 21.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.5% were from 25 to 44; 28.7% were from 45 to 64; and 17.6% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.9% male and 52.1% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 26,365 people, 11,484 households, and 7,384 families living in the city. The population density was 3,297.2 PD/sqmi. There were 11,919 housing units at an average density of 1,490.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.25% White, 2.05% African American, 0.52% Native American, 1.26% Asian, 0.14% Pacific Islander, 1.14% from other races, and 1.65% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.56%.

Of the 11,484 households 25.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.0% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.7% were non-families. 29.9% of households were one person and 9.1% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.82.

The age distribution was 21.0% under the age of 18, 8.6% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 26.4% from 45 to 64, and 15.9% 65 or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.3 males.

The median household income was $46,333 and the median family income was $55,128. Males had a median income of $40,114 versus $27,429 for females. The per capita income for the city was $25,105. About 3.1% of families and 4.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.6% of those under age 18 and 4.1% of those age 65 or over.

Top employers
According to the town's 2016 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the top employers in the city are:

Education
North Kansas City School District is the area school district. Elementary schools with sections of Gladstone in their attendance boundaries include Chapel Hill, Linden West, Meadowbrook, Oakwood Manor, Briarcliff (Kansas City), Clardy (Kansas City), and Davidson (Kansas City). The majority of Gladstone is zoned to Antioch Middle School in Gladstone and Oak Park High School in Kansas City. Portions south of NW Englewood Road are zoned to Northgate Middle School in Kansas City and North Kansas City High School in North Kansas City.

Gladstone has a public library, a branch of the Mid-Continent Public Library.

Notable people

 * Jason Johnson, former Indianapolis Colts player
 * Jerry Nolte, artist, representative to the Missouri state legislature, and Clay County Presiding Commissioner
 * Melana Scantlin, Miss Missouri USA 2002 and Average Joe star

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Glenaire, Missouri

Glenaire is a city in Clay County, Missouri, United States. The population was 539 at the 2020 census. The city is completely surrounded by the city of Liberty. It was originally referred to as "Interurban Heights" or "Belleview" because of the interurban train that ran through the area and stopped at the Belleview depot near the Belleview Dairy. It is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area.

History
Glenaire was originally the location of a resort in between the cities of Liberty and Claycomo. The resort was called Urban Lake and was home to a 14 acre lake that was open for recreational activities. The lake disappeared when the dam burst in 1945. Subsequently, in 1950 after petitioning the Clay County courts, the residents of the area celebrated the incorporation of The Village of Glenaire. In 1994 Glenaire became a 4th class city, shedding its status as a village.

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 545 people, 220 households, and 166 families living in the city. The population density was 2018.5 PD/sqmi. There were 231 housing units at an average density of 855.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.7% White, 0.4% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 0.4% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.5% of the population.

There were 220 households, of which 31.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.5% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 24.5% were non-families. 21.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 2.86.

The median age in the city was 42.5 years. 22% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.5% were from 25 to 44; 31.2% were from 45 to 64; and 16.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.2% male and 52.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 553 people, 219 households, and 174 families living in the city. The population density was 1,861.8 PD/sqmi. There were 226 housing units at an average density of 760.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.38% White, 0.36% Native American, 0.36% Asian, 0.18% Pacific Islander, 0.72% from other races, and 1.99% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.08% of the population.

There were 219 households, out of which 32.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.5% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.5% were non-families. 16.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 2.84.

In the city the population was spread out, with 23.0% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 27.8% from 25 to 44, 30.2% from 45 to 64, and 13.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $54,327, and the median income for a family was $56,000. Males had a median income of $38,472 versus $26,979 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,133. About 4.7% of families and 3.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.7% of those under age 18 and 2.3% of those age 65 or over.

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Kearney, Missouri

Kearney is a city in Clay County, Missouri, United States. The population per the 2020 U.S. Census was 10,404. The city was the birthplace of Jesse James, and there is an annual festival in the third weekend of September to recognize the outlaw. It is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area.

History
Kearney was unofficially founded in the spring of 1856 by David T. Duncan and W. R. Cave, and was originally called Centerville. Centerville was composed of what is now the southeastern portion of the town. In 1867, John Lawrence began laying out plans for another small settlement around the newly established Kansas City and Cameron Railroad subsidiary of the Hannibal and Saint Joseph Railroad which was to build the Hannibal Bridge establishing Kansas City, Missouri as the dominant city in the region. The president of the railroad was Charles E. Kearney (although there is speculation that it was named after Kearney, Nebraska). The railroad still operates as the Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway. As they grew, the two settlements of Centerville and Kearney were effectively merged, and the town of Kearney, Missouri was officially incorporated in 1869.

The Claybrook House (since destroyed in a fire) and James Brothers' House and Farm are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography and climate
Kearney is located in north central Clay County northeast of the Kansas City metropolitan area. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 12.92 sqmi, of which 12.91 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

Climate
Kearney lies in the humid continental climate zone, typical of the Midwestern United States. It experiences cold, snowy winters, and warm to hot, humid summers. The city lies in Tornado Alley, a region of the United States that is extremely prone to tornadoes and severe thunderstorms. Generally, most of this severe weather activity occurs in the spring and summer, although severe weather can and has occurred even in the winter months.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 10,404 people, 3,727 households, and 2,856 families in Kearney. The population density was 780.5 per square mile (301.2/km$2$). There were 4,026 housing units at an average density of 302.0 per square mile (116.6/km$2$). The racial makeup was 91.08% (9,476) white, 0.62% (65) black or African-American, 0.4% (42) Native American, 0.78% (81) Asian, 0.02% (2) Pacific Islander, 1.05% (109) from other races, and 6.05% (629) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 8.9% (927) of the population.

Of the 3,727 households, 37.3% had children under the age of 18; 57.9% were married couples living together; 23.7% had a female householder with no husband present. Of all households, 20.9% consisted of individuals and 14.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.8 and the average family size was 3.2.

27.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 28.8% from 25 to 44, 23.2% from 45 to 64, and 13.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35.8 years. For every 100 females, the population had 96.6 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 97.8 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $85,499 (with a margin of error of +/- $8,205) and the median family income was $95,129 (+/- $5,308). Males had a median income of $49,854 (+/- $5,008) versus $32,372 (+/- $8,865) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $43,343 (+/- $3,368). Approximately, 2.3% of families and 2.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.9% of those under the age of 18 and 6.3% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 8,381 people, 2,978 households, and 2,270 families living in the city. The population density was 649.2 PD/sqmi. There were 3,120 housing units at an average density of 241.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.2% White, 0.4% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.8% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.

There were 2,978 households, of which 47.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.3% were married couples living together, 11.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 23.8% were non-families. 19.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.81 and the average family size was 3.23.

The median age in the city was 33.2 years. 32% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 30.6% were from 25 to 44; 21.4% were from 45 to 64; and 9.1% 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 5,472 people, 1,910 households, and 1,495 families living in the city. The population density was 833.2 PD/sqmi. There were 1,995 housing units at an average density of 303.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.3% White, 0.90% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.55% from other races, and 1.15% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.9% of the population.

There were 1,910 households, out of which 49.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.9% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.7% were non-families. 18.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.84 and the average family size was 3.24.

In the city the population was spread out, with 33.6% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 35.4% from 25 to 44, 16.3% from 45 to 64, and 8.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $56,603, and the median income for a family was $64,540. Males had a median income of $45,721 versus $26,739 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,147. About 1.8% of families and 2.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.3% of those under age 18 and 5.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Kearney R-I School District operates an early childhood center, four elementary schools, one middle school, one junior high, and Kearney High School.

Kearney has a public library, a branch of the Mid-Continent Public Library.

Notable person
On September 5, 1847, Jesse James was born on the James farm, where his family resided to the northeast of the site on which Kearney would eventually be established. James formed the infamous James-Younger gang in 1866, which operated until the Younger brothers were captured in 1876. James formed a new gang in 1879 and continued until his death on April 3, 1882, when he was shot by fellow gang-member Robert Ford. He was buried on his farm, but now rests in Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Kearney.

title: Kearney, Missouri


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Liberty, Missouri

Liberty is a city in and the county seat of Clay County, Missouri, United States and is a suburb of Kansas City, located in the Kansas City Metropolitan Area. As of the 2020 United States Census the population was 30,167. Liberty is home to William Jewell College.

History
Liberty was settled in 1822, and shortly later became the county seat of Clay County. The city was named for the American concept of liberty.

In 1830, David Rice Atchison established a law office in Liberty. He was joined three years later by colleague Alexander William Doniphan. The two argued cases defending the rights of Mormon settlers in Jackson County, served Northwest Missouri in Missouri's General Assembly, and labored for the addition of the Platte Purchase to Missouri's boundaries.

In October 1838, the two were ordered by Governor Lilburn Boggs to arrest Mormon founder Joseph Smith Jr. at the Far West settlement in Caldwell County. Immediately after the conclusion of the Mormon War, Smith and other Mormon leaders were incarcerated at the Liberty Jail for the winter as Doniphan labored for a quicker trial date. Although Doniphan led a force of Missouri volunteers ordered to capture the leaders, he defended Joseph Smith in trial and won him a change in venue. While en route to their new venue, Smith and his followers escaped and left Missouri for the new Mormon settlement in Nauvoo, Illinois.

The Arthur-Leonard Historic District, Clay County Savings Association Building, Clinton House, Dougherty-Prospect Heights Historic District, Garrison School Historic District, Frank Hughes Memorial Library, IOOF Liberty Lodge No. 49, Jewell Hall, Jewell-Lightburne Historic District, Major Hotel, Miller Building, Mt. Memorial Cemetery, Nebo Hill Archeological Site, Odd Fellows Home District, South Liberty Courthouse Square Historic District, and West Liberty Courthouse Square Historic District are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
Liberty is located approximately six miles north of the Missouri River along I-35 and Missouri Route 291.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 29.15 sqmi, of which 29.03 sqmi is land and 0.12 sqmi is water.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 30,167 people, 10,816 households, and 7,602 families in Liberty. The population density was 1,039.2 per square mile (401.2/km$2$). There were 11,505 housing units at an average density of 396.3 per square mile (153.0/km$2$). The racial makeup was 84.17% (25,391) white, 4.57% (1,378) black or African-American, 0.46% (139) Native American, 1.0% (303) Asian, 0.15% (46) Pacific Islander, 1.58% (478) from other races, and 8.06% (2,432) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 6.1% (1,932) of the population.

Of the 10,816 households, 32.8% had children under the age of 18; 53.4% were married couples living together; 26.5% had a female householder with no husband present. Of all households, 23.6% consisted of individuals and 8.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.8 and the average family size was 3.3.

27.7% of the population was under the age of 18, 9.2% from 18 to 24, 29.3% from 25 to 44, 25.7% from 45 to 64, and 13.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35.8 years. For every 100 females, the population had 99.4 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 92.7 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $78,184 (with a margin of error of +/- $5,139) and the median family income was $90,839 (+/- $5,167). Males had a median income of $48,640 (+/- $3,513) versus $32,463 (+/- $1,897) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $40,538 (+/- $2,938). Approximately, 3.3% of families and 7.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.0% of those under the age of 18 and 4.8% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 29,149 people, 10,582 households, and 7,555 families living in the city. The population density was 1004.1 PD/sqmi. There were 11,284 housing units at an average density of 388.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.4% White, 3.6% African American, 0.5% Native American, 1.0% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.9% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.1% of the population.

There were 10,582 households, of which 38.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.4% were married couples living together, 11.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 28.6% were non-families. 23.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 3.11.

The median age in the city was 36.4 years. 26.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26% were from 25 to 44; 26.5% were from 45 to 64; and 11.1% 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 26,232 people, 9,511 households, and 6,943 families living in the city. The population density was 973.3 PD/sqmi. There were 9,973 housing units at an average density of 370.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.75% White, 2.59% African American, 0.40% Native American, 0.61% Asian, 0.06% Pacific Islander, 0.99% from other races, and 1.59% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.68% of the population.

There were 9,511 households, out of which 38.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.2% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.0% were non-families. 22.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.62 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the city the population was spread out, with 27.6% under the age of 18, 10.4% from 18 to 24, 30.2% from 25 to 44, 21.5% from 45 to 64, and 10.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $52,745, and the median income for a family was $61,273. Males had a median income of $41,713 versus $28,516 for females. The per capita income for the city was $23,415. About 3.8% of families and 5.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.1% of those under age 18 and 6.1% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
Major employers in Liberty include the Hallmark distribution warehouse. Liberty is also home to the operations headquarters for Ferrellgas, the 2nd largest retail provider of propane in the United States. The B&B Theatres corporate office is located in Liberty, the 5th largest theater chain in the U.S. While technically not in Liberty, the Ford Kansas City Assembly Plant is a major employer in nearby Claycomo.

Top employers
According to the town's 2016 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the top employers in the city are:

Education
The Liberty 53 School District operates ten elementary, four middle and two senior high schools.

Liberty has a public library, a branch of the Mid-Continent Public Library.

Liberty is also home to William Jewell College, a private, four-year liberal arts college of more than 900 undergraduate students that was founded in 1849.

Notable people

 * David Allen, former American football running back for the Jacksonville Jaguars and St. Louis Rams.
 * Ken Boyer, former third baseman and manager of the St. Louis Cardinals.
 * Greg Canuteson, former mayor and state representative
 * James Dewees, keyboardist and back-up vocalist of The Get Up Kids, and started Reggie and the Full Effect.
 * Alexander William Doniphan, Mexican War general who prevented the execution of the Mormon prophet Joseph Smith.
 * Hubert Eaton, visionary and developer of the world-famous Forest Lawn cemeteries in California.
 * Shea Groom, soccer player
 * Gatewood Lincoln, governor of American Samoa.
 * George Rice, football player
 * Nick Robinson, Former Stanford Basketball player and College Basketball coach.
 * Alex Saxon, actor (The Fosters, Finding Carter)
 * Eric Staves, Actor Goat (2016 film), Empire (2015 TV series) and American Horror Story: 1984
 * Craig Stevens, star of the 1950s television series Peter Gunn.
 * Matt Wertz, soft rock singer/songwriter.

Cultural references
The Liberty Jail is now an open museum and tourist site. The Clay County Historical Society Museum features period room displays, a historic pharmacy counter, toys and dolls, model trains, tools and more.

Twin towns

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Missouri City, Missouri

Missouri City is a city in Clay County, Missouri, United States. The population was 217 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area.

History
Missouri City was originally named Atchison. The earliest known use of the name was on a deed to a building from 1820. The land was possessed by French fur traders Antoine Laffond and Bernard Laffond as early as January 24, 1807. The name had changed to Missouri City by December 5, 1857.

"A special charter town of about 600 inhabitants on the Missouri River, in Clay County, six miles from Liberty. The Wabash Railroad runs through it. The beginning of the place was in Williams' Landing, and a ferry established by a man named Shrewsbury Williams, at the mouth of Rose's branch, about the year 1834. About 1846 there were a dozen houses in the place and it was called Richfield. Some time later a bar formed opposite the landing and a stock company laid off a town below which they called St. Bernard. Later still another town was laid off and called New Richfield, and not long after another town was laid off and called Atchison. In 1859 St. Bernard, Richfield and Atchison were incorporated as Missouri City. There was at one time a tobacco factory in the place, and a large quantity of hemp was shipped from there. During the Civil War it was the prey of bushwhackers and jayhawkers, and its business was almost entirely destroyed, but since the building of the Wabash Railroad a considerable business has been attracted to it."

The Missouri City Savings Bank Building and Meeting Hall was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2010.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.14 sqmi, of which 1.01 sqmi is land and 0.13 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 267 people, 116 households, and 68 families residing in the city. The population density was 264.4 PD/sqmi. There were 133 housing units at an average density of 131.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 89.9% White, 4.1% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 4.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

There were 116 households, of which 25.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.0% were married couples living together, 5.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.4% were non-families. 31.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.5% 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 2.79.

The median age in the city was 46.2 years. 17.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.7% were from 25 to 44; 38.9% were from 45 to 64; and 13.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 54.3% male and 45.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 295 people, 110 households, and 75 families residing in the city. The population density was 290.5 PD/sqmi. There were 120 housing units at an average density of 118.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.56% White, 2.71% African American, and 3.73% from two or more races.

There were 110 households, out of which 29.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.7% were married couples living together, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.8% were non-families. 23.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.3% 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.

In the city the population was spread out, with 26.1% under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 29.8% from 25 to 44, 26.8% from 45 to 64, and 9.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 121.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $41,875, and the median income for a family was $45,000. Males had a median income of $30,357 versus $24,554 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,693. About 4.2% of families and 7.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.1% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

title: Missouri City, Missouri


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Mosby, Missouri

Mosby is a city in Clay County, Missouri, United States, along the Fishing River. The population was 101 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area.

History
A post office called Mosby was established in 1887, and remained in operation until 1999. The city was named after A. G. Mosby, the original owner of the site.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.09 sqmi, of which 2.08 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

2010 census
At the 2010 census there were 190 people, 72 households, and 47 families living in the city. The population density was 91.3 PD/sqmi. There were 87 housing units at an average density of 41.8 /sqmi. The racial makup of the city was 97.4% White, 1.1% African American, 0.5% Asian, 0.5% from other races, and 0.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.6%.

Of the 72 households, 29.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.2% were married couples living together, 9.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 8.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.7% were non-families. 26.4% of households were one person, and 7% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.64 and the average family size was 3.21.

The median age was 40.3 years. 20.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 13.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.5% were from 25 to 44; 33.6% were from 45 to 64; and 10.5% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 56.3% male and 43.7% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 242 people, 79 households, and 57 families living in the city. The population density was 157.3 PD/sqmi. There were 94 housing units at an average density of 61.1 /sqmi. The racial makup of the city was 91.32% White, 0.41% Native American, 2.07% Asian, 1.65% from other races, and 4.55% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.65%.

Of the 79 households, 44.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.4% were married couples living together, 11.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.8% were non-families. 22.8% of households were one person, and 11.4% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 3.06 and the average family size was 3.54.

In the city the population was spread out, with 36.8% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 34.7% from 25 to 44, 14.0% from 45 to 64, and 6.6% 65 or older. The median age was 28 years. For every 100 females, there were 128.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 112.5 males.

The median household income was $33,333 and the median family income was $33,250. Males had a median income of $30,263 versus $14,688 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,617. About 20.0% of families and 18.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 26.2% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

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North Kansas City, Missouri

North Kansas City is a city in Clay County, Missouri, United States. It is also enclaved in Kansas City. Even though the name is similar to its larger counterpart, Kansas City, it is an independent municipality and part of the Kansas City metropolitan area. The population was 4,467 at the 2020 census. Originally a northern suburb across the Missouri River from Kansas City, it is now almost completely surrounded by Kansas City, which has annexed far to the north of North Kansas City's northern city limits. North Kansas City also adjoins the small municipality of Avondale.

History
A post office called North Kansas City was established in 1891. The town lies north of Kansas City, hence the name.

Large scale development of the area was not possible before the construction of levees protecting North Kansas City from flooding from the Missouri River. The levee on the north bank of the Missouri River was constructed between 1909 and 1912 and is owned and maintained by the North Kansas City Levee District. The city is also protected by a hillside levee.

The city was incorporated on November 4, 1912. A five-member board of trustees was elected in 1914 to oversee municipal affairs. One of the original trustees was William E. Macken, who was elected as the first mayor of North Kansas City in 1924. The city's largest park, Macken Park, is named for him.

The Armour Theatre Building, Sears, Roebuck and Company Warehouse Building, and Wheeling Corrugating Company Building are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

In 2012 North Kansas City celebrated it Centennial with a citywide celebration. Since 2010, the city has seen the openings of two micro breweries, a distillery and a pickleball facility. The new businesses were fueled by the repopulation of downtown Kansas City, just across the Missouri River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.63 sqmi, of which 4.39 sqmi is land and 0.24 sqmi is water.

Transportation
Highways connecting North Kansas City with the surrounding area are Interstate 29/35/US 71, Missouri Route 1 (Vernon Street), Route 9 (Burlington Street), Route 210 (Armour Road), Route 269 (Chouteau Trafficway), and Route 283 (North Oak Trafficway). The US 169 (Broadway Extension) freeway runs immediately to the west of North Kansas City's city limits.

Four highway bridges connect North Kansas City with the portion of Kansas City, Missouri south of the Missouri River. They are the Buck O'Neil Bridge on US 169, Heart of America Bridge on Route 9, the Bond Bridge on I-29/35/US 71, and the Chouteau Bridge on Route 269. A fifth bridge to the west of the Heart of America Bridge, the ASB Bridge, originally carried road and rail traffic, but is now only a rail bridge. A dedicated bicycle/pedestrian path on the Heart of America Bridge opened in October 2010.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 4,208 people, 2,361 households, and 878 families residing in the city. The population density was 958.5 PD/sqmi. There were 2,565 housing units at an average density of 584.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 76.8% White, 10.7% African American, 0.8% Native American, 3.3% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 4.7% from other races, and 3.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.5% of the population.

There were 2,361 households, of which 17.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 21.7% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 62.8% were non-families. 53.2% 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 1.78 and the average family size was 2.68.

The median age in the city was 39.9 years. 15.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 31% were from 25 to 44; 26.9% were from 45 to 64; and 16.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.8% male and 51.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 4,714 people, 2,546 households, and 1,013 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,080.0 PD/sqmi. There were 2,779 housing units at an average density of 636.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 82.48% White, 3.97% African American, 0.59% Native American, 4.29% Asian, 0.23% Pacific Islander, 3.31% from other races, and 5.13% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.44% of the population.

There were 2,546 households, out of which 18.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 24.7% were married couples living together, 11.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 60.2% were non-families. 51.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.85 and the average family size was 2.77.

In the city the population was spread out, with 18.0% under the age of 18, 12.7% from 18 to 24, 34.3% from 25 to 44, 20.9% from 45 to 64, and 14.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,674, and the median income for a family was $33,906. Males had a median income of $27,487 versus $26,591 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,967. About 10.6% of families and 12.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.7% of those under age 18 and 5.9% of those age 65 or over.

Municipal government
North Kansas City has a Mayor/Council/City Administrator form of government. Two council members are elected to two-year terms from each of the four wards. The mayor serves a four-year term. The current mayor, Bryant DeLong, was elected in 2021. Steve Fuller currently sits as Judge.

City services
The Fire Department has approximately 65 FIRE/EMS personnel occupying two stations. The police department has 41 sworn police officers and approximately 10 civilian personnel. North Kansas City has its own hospital, library and park system. Macken Park is an approximate 60 acre park with a walking trail, running track, picnic shelters, playgrounds, lighted tennis and handball courts, baseball fields, soccer fields and basketball courts. Dagg Park, located east of City Hall features picnic tables, children's playground, spray park, and fountain. The North Kansas City Parks and Recreation Department offers an extensive list of programs and activities year-round. The city cooperates with local merchants in providing area residents and workers with entertainment events like Northtown's Noontime Friday in the Park concerts, parades and special displays.

Primary and secondary schools
North Kansas City School District is the area school district. Most of the residentially-zoned areas of North Kansas City are zoned to Briarcliff Elementary School, while portions are zoned to Crestview Elementary School. All portions of NKC are zoned to Northgate Middle School and North Kansas City High School.

North Kansas City Library
North Kansas City Library, located at the southeast corner of 23rd and Howell, offers loans of books, magazines, video tapes, DVDs, and compact discs. The library is run by the city and is not a part of the Kansas City Public Library or the Mid-Continent Public Library systems.

Healthcare
North Kansas City Hospital, founded in 1958, is a primary acute care center with 451 beds.

Fiberoptic network
liNKCity is one of the first municipally operated broadband networks in the state and provides speeds of up to 1 gigabit per second. For all residential citizens, it is free of cost and starts at 100 megabits per second. In 2005, the City of North Kansas City began construction of its own fiber optic network, and service began in 2006. In 2014, the City entered into an agreement for liNKCity to be managed by a third-party provider, DataShack.

Notable People

 * Dan Lanning (b. 1986), head football coach for the Oregon Ducks

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Oaks, Missouri

Oaks is a village in Clay County, Missouri, United States. The population was 128 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area.

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 129 people, 54 households, and 43 families living in the village. The population density was 1433.3 PD/sqmi. There were 57 housing units at an average density of 633.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.7% White, 0.8% African American, 0.8% Asian, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.8% of the population.

There were 54 households, of which 29.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.2% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.4% were non-families. 18.5% 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 2.39 and the average family size was 2.67.

The median age in the village was 48.4 years. 18.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 2.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.3% were from 25 to 44; 34.8% were from 45 to 64; and 20.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 48.8% male and 51.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 136 people, 56 households, and 45 families living in the village. The population density was 1,429.2 PD/sqmi. There were 57 housing units at an average density of 599.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 94.12% White, 1.47% African American, 2.21% from other races, and 2.21% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.94% of the population.

There were 56 households, out of which 30.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.0% were married couples living together, 5.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.6% were non-families. 16.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.4% 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 2.73.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 19.9% under the age of 18, 2.9% from 18 to 24, 30.1% from 25 to 44, 29.4% from 45 to 64, and 17.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 81.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.2 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $72,500, and the median income for a family was $76,131. Males had a median income of $44,375 versus $45,000 for females. The per capita income for the village was $26,823. There were 2.4% of families and 2.1% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 20.0% of those over 64.

Education
North Kansas City School District is the area school district. It is zoned to Oakwood Manor Elementary School in Gladstone, Antioch Middle School in Gladstone, and Oak Park High School in Kansas City.

title: Oaks, Missouri


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Oakview, Missouri

Oakview is a village in Clay County, Missouri, United States. The population was 366 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.18 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 375 people, 156 households, and 101 families living in the village. The population density was 2083.3 PD/sqmi. There were 165 housing units at an average density of 916.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 85.9% White, 2.1% African American, 2.4% Native American, 1.3% Asian, 5.1% from other races, and 3.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.7% of the population.

There were 156 households, of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.6% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.3% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and the average family size was 2.97.

The median age in the village was 38.6 years. 21.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 30.1% were from 25 to 44; 29.9% were from 45 to 64; and 12.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 48.8% male and 51.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 386 people, 167 households, and 113 families living in the village. The population density was 2,236.8 PD/sqmi. There were 172 housing units at an average density of 996.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 95.08% White, 1.04% African American, 2.33% Native American, 1.04% Asian, 0.26% from other races, and 0.26% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.30% of the population.

There were 167 households, out of which 22.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.5% were married couples living together, 13.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.3% were non-families. 25.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.31 and the average family size was 2.73.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 20.5% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 31.9% from 25 to 44, 20.7% from 45 to 64, and 18.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.7 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $46,786, and the median income for a family was $56,875. Males had a median income of $34,125 versus $28,036 for females. The per capita income for the village was $22,344. About 3.4% of families and 4.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.3% of those under age 18 and 12.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
North Kansas City School District is the area school district. It is zoned to Oakwood Manor Elementary School in Gladstone, Antioch Middle School in Gladstone, and Oak Park High School in Kansas City.

title: Oakview, Missouri