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Deerfield, Missouri

Deerfield is a village in Vernon County, Missouri, United States. The population was 40 at the 2020 census.

History
Deerfield was first settled in the 1830s. The town site was platted in 1871, taking its name from Deerfield Township. A post office called Deerfield has been in operation since 1856.

Geography
Deerfield is located on US Route 54 approximately seven miles west of Nevada. The Marmaton River flows past along the north side of Route 54 and Dry Wood Creek flows past the east side of the town to enter the Marmaton approximately one mile northeast.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.10 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 81 people, 33 households, and 24 families living in the village. The population density was 810.0 PD/sqmi. There were 34 housing units at an average density of 340.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 95.1% White, 1.2% Native American, 1.2% Asian, and 2.5% from two or more races.

There were 33 households, of which 36.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.7% were married couples living together, 6.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.3% were non-families. 21.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 2.88.

The median age in the village was 39.6 years. 23.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.3% were from 25 to 44; 28.4% were from 45 to 64; and 14.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 53.1% male and 46.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 75 people, 33 households, and 19 families living in the village. The population density was 727.6 PD/sqmi. There were 38 housing units at an average density of 368.7 /sqmi. All residents were White. 1.33% of the population were Hispanic or Latino.

There were 33 households, out of which 27.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.5% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.4% were non-families. 39.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 30.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 3.11.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 24.0% under the age of 18, 10.7% from 18 to 24, 26.7% from 25 to 44, 20.0% from 45 to 64, and 18.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.0 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $26,667, and the median income for a family was $31,667. Males had a median income of $18,542 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the village was $11,065. There were no families and 9.3% of the population living below the poverty line, including 15.0% of under eighteens and 35.7% of those over 64.

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Harwood, Missouri

Harwood is a village in northeast Vernon County, Missouri, United States. The population was 47 at the 2010 census. It was estimated to be 45 by the City of Harwood as of July 1, 2019.

History
Harwood had its start when the railroad was extended to that point. The town site was platted in 1882. The village was named for one Mr. Harwood, a local landowner. A post office has been in operation at Harwood since 1882.

Geography
Harwood is located 13 miles northeast of Nevada and approximately 4.5 miles south-southeast of Schell City.

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

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 47 people, 19 households, and 12 families living in the village. The population density was 427.3 PD/sqmi. There were 34 housing units at an average density of 309.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 95.7% White and 4.3% Native American.

There were 19 households, of which 21.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.1% were married couples living together, 21.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.8% were non-families. 26.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.6% 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 3.17.

The median age in the village was 46.5 years. 21.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.2% were from 25 to 44; 38.3% were from 45 to 64; and 14.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 42.6% male and 57.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 90 people, 37 households, and 23 families living in the village. The population density was 874.4 PD/sqmi. There were 45 housing units at an average density of 437.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 92.22% White, 3.33% Native American, and 4.44% from two or more races.

There were 37 households, out of which 21.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.1% were married couples living together, 5.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.8% were non-families. 29.7% 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 2.43 and the average family size was 3.13.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 21.1% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 20.0% from 25 to 44, 31.1% from 45 to 64, and 21.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.2 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $21,250, and the median income for a family was $26,250. Males had a median income of $21,146 versus $11,250 for females. The per capita income for the village was $11,028. There were 9.1% of families and 15.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including 20.0% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Metz, Missouri

Metz is a village in Vernon County, Missouri, United States. The population was 49 at the 2010 census, at which time it was a town.

History
A post office called Metz has been in operation since 1870. Metz was moved to its present site in the 19th century when railroad construction bypassed the original town site. The village's name commemorates the Siege of Metz (1870). An early variant name was "Pleasant Valley".

Geography
Metz is located in northwest Vernon County approximately 1.5 miles north of the Little Osage River. It is at the intersection of Missouri routes MM and WW. Nevada is approximately eleven miles to the southeast.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.13 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of 2000 the median income for a household in the town was $9,063, and the median income for a family was $18,000. Males had a median income of $18,750 versus $10,417 for females. The per capita income for the town was $6,940. There were 33.3% of families and 41.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including 44.4% of under eighteens and 41.7% of those over 64.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 49 people, 22 households, and 15 families residing in the village. The population density was 376.9 PD/sqmi. There were 31 housing units at an average density of 238.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 93.9% White and 6.1% Native American.

There were 22 households, of which 27.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.8% were non-families. 31.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.80.

The median age in the village was 44.5 years. 22.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 14.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 14.2% were from 25 to 44; 32.6% were from 45 to 64; and 16.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 55.1% male and 44.9% female.

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Milo, Missouri

Milo is a village in Vernon County, Missouri, United States. The population was 90 at the 2010 census.

History
Milo was platted in 1881 when the railroad was extended to that point. The community has the name of Milo Main, an early settler. A post office has been in operation at Milo since 1883.

Geography
Milo is located just east of US Route 71 approximately six miles south of Nevada and 6.5 miles north of the community of Sheldon.

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

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 90 people, 32 households, and 22 families living in the village. The population density was 1125.0 PD/sqmi. There were 36 housing units at an average density of 450.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 96.7% White and 3.3% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 32 households, of which 43.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.4% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.3% were non-families. 21.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.3% 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 3.50.

The median age in the village was 37 years. 28.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.4% were from 25 to 44; 25.6% were from 45 to 64; and 13.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 45.6% male and 54.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 84 people, 32 households, and 23 families living in the village. The population density was 1,094.3 PD/sqmi. There were 35 housing units at an average density of 456.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.81% White and 1.19% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.19% of the population.

There were 32 households, out of which 37.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.3% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.1% were non-families. 21.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.6% 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 3.09.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 33.3% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 23.8% from 25 to 44, 26.2% from 45 to 64, and 9.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.1 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $23,125, and the median income for a family was $28,333. Males had a median income of $20,750 versus $23,125 for females. The per capita income for the village was $11,887. There were 13.6% of families and 15.4% of the population living below the poverty line, including 19.0% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Moundville, Missouri

Moundville is a village in southwest Vernon County, Missouri, United States. The population was 124 at the 2010 census.

History
Moundville was platted in 1869. The village was so named on account of a natural mound near the original town site. A post office called Mounds was established in 1870, and the name was changed to Moundville in 1886.

Geography
Moundville is located along Missouri Route 43 approximately 4.5 miles north of Bronaugh and six miles southwest of Nevada.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.16 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 124 people, 49 households, and 35 families living in the village. The population density was 775.0 PD/sqmi. There were 57 housing units at an average density of 356.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.6% White, 0.8% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.4% of the population.

There were 49 households, of which 32.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.1% were married couples living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 28.6% were non-families. 22.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.2% 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 2.97.

The median age in the village was 40 years. 24.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.8% were from 25 to 44; 31.5% were from 45 to 64; and 17.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 54.0% male and 46.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 103 people, 49 households, and 31 families living in the town. The population density was 620.6 PD/sqmi. There were 59 housing units at an average density of 355.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 98.06% White and 1.94% Native American.

There were 49 households, out of which 22.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.1% were married couples living together, 4.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.7% were non-families. 32.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.4% 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 2.63.

In the town the population was spread out, with 17.5% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 29.1% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 22.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 123.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 112.5 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $25,625, and the median income for a family was $31,875. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $14,107 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,051. There were no families and 2.1% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 7.1% of those over 64.

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Nevada, Missouri

Nevada is a city in and the county seat of Vernon County, Missouri, United States. The population was 8,386 at the 2010 census, and 8,254 in the 2018 estimate. The local government has a council-manager model.

History
When French explorers entered the region in the late 17th century, they encountered the indigenous Osage people, who controlled a vast area extending west from present-day Saint Louis, including territories now within several states. The Osage Village State Historic Site, formerly known as the Carrington Osage Village Site, is located on a hilltop above the Osage River valley. Archeological evidence shows an Osage band had nearly 200 lodges and an estimated population of 2000 to 3000 here; they occupied the area from about 1700–1775. They were the most influential people in the region and were integral to the fur trade.

After the United States acquired the territory west of the Mississippi River in the Louisiana Purchase, through the rest of the 19th century, it gradually forced the Osage to cede their lands and remove to Indian Territory. This site has been designated as a National Historic Landmark for its significance to the Osage people and American history.

Nevada was originally called "Hog Eye" by European-American settlers, and under that name was platted in 1855. The town's name was changed to Nevada by circuit and county clerk DeWitt C. Hunter, after Nevada City, California, where he had been a gold miner.

From 1897 to 1933, Nevada was home to the Weltmer Institute of Suggestive Therapeutics, founded by Sidney Abram Weltmer and Joseph H. Kelly. Weltmer bought a 17-room mansion, built in 1886 by Frank P. Anderson, a successful railroad builder. They wanted a facility large enough so that they could have patients stay for extended periods in a kind of boarding house. During the early 20th century, this healing institute attracted thousands of clients who believed in Weltmer's cures by mental healing. People paid $100 to stay for a 10-day course of treatment. They also paid for instructional classes. The institute also conducted a large mail-order business for classes and a kind of treatment by mail. It held lectures attracting several hundred people at a time.

The Institute attracted so many clients that the railroad added new trains to its schedule serving the town. In addition, the volume of mail associated with the institute's business resulted in the post office being classified as first class, and the government building a new, larger post office to handle it. The Weltmer Institute became the center of associated wellness systems and practitioners in town, which increased in prosperity. It attracted clairvoyants and psychotherapists, emerging as a new profession. It also attracted people promising various types of miracle cures for such illnesses as tuberculosis, which then had no cure.

In the early 20th century, the town attracted many enthusiasts of what was known as the New Thought Movement. In 1905 the Weltmer Auditorium was the site of the Fifth Annual Convention of the New Thought Federation, held on September 26–29, 1905. Ernest Weltmer, the eldest son of Sidney A. Weltmer, was Secretary of the Federation and helped open the convention. Among the several speakers from across the country was Grace Mann Brown, and entertainment was provided by singers including the Weltmer Quartette. Mrs. Brown served as President of the Federation the following year. In 1916, New Thought followers returned to Nevada for the second International Conference of the movement, and Sidney A. Weltmer was among the speakers.

After Weltmer's death and the institute's closure in 1933, the mansion was sold for use as a funeral home. By late 2004, the building was slated for demolition to redevelop the site. Although some residents were interested in its history and the Weltmer Institute, the building was never nominated as a significant historic building or classified for preservation. The City Council approved it being scheduled to be demolished in late 2004 for other development.

Significant historic properties in Nevada include the Infirmary Building, Missouri State Hospital Number 3, Vernon County Courthouse, and Vernon County Jail, Sheriff's House and Office, which are also listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
Nevada is located in central Vernon County at the intersection of US routes 71 and 54.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 9.06 sqmi, of which 8.98 sqmi is land and 0.08 sqmi is water.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 8,212 people, 3,676 households, and 1,933 families in Nevada. The population density was 914.5 per square mile (352.9/km$2$). There were 4,297 housing units at an average density of 478.5 per square mile (184.7/km$2$). The racial makeup was 88.92% (7,302) white, 1.19% (98) black or African-American, 1.06% (87) Native American, 0.68% (56) Asian, 0.11% (9) Pacific Islander, 1.57% (129) from other races, and 6.47% (531) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 2.3% (187) of the population.

Of the 3,676 households, 20.7% had children under the age of 18; 38.3% were married couples living together; 42.5% had a female householder with no husband present. Of all households, 39.6% consisted of individuals and 16.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.0 and the average family size was 2.8.

20.8% of the population was under the age of 18, 13.3% from 18 to 24, 21.6% from 25 to 44, 25.1% from 45 to 64, and 19.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41.1 years. For every 100 females, the population had 81.7 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 75.1 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $37,451 (with a margin of error of +/- $5,204) and the median family income was $50,920 (+/- $11,441). Males had a median income of $30,625 (+/- $9,230) versus $24,931 (+/- $5,327) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $26,080 (+/- $3,745). Approximately, 10.2% of families and 19.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 29.7% of those under the age of 18 and 10.7% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 8,386 people, 3,491 households, and 1,908 families living in the city. The population density was 933.9 PD/sqmi. There were 4,018 housing units at an average density of 447.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.1% White, 1.1% African American, 0.8% Native American, 0.8% Asian, 0.6% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.0% of the population.

There were 3,491 households, of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 35.9% were married couples living together, 14.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 45.3% were non-families. 40.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.16, and the average family size was 2.88.

The median age in the city was 38.3 years. 23.3% of residents were under 18; 11.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.6% were from 25 to 44; 24.4% were from 45 to 64; and 18.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.3% male and 54.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 8,607 people, 3,463 households, and 1,973 families living in the city. The population density was 964.1 PD/sqmi. There were 3,857 housing units at an average density of 432.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.79% White, 1.03% African American, 0.94% Native American, 0.44% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 0.49% from other races, and 1.25% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.29% of the population.

There were 3,463 households, out of which 29.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.1% were married couples living together, 13.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 43.0% were non-families. 38.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22, and the average family size was 2.95.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.8% under the age of 18, 11.8% from 18 to 24, 24.7% from 25 to 44, 18.8% from 45 to 64, and 18.9% 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 82.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 74.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $25,774, and the median income for a family was $36,639. Males had a median income of $28,939 versus $17,424 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,118. About 13.7% of families and 20.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.7% of those under age 18 and 16.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education in Nevada is administered by the Nevada R-V School District, which operates Nevada High School.

Nevada has a lending library, the Nevada Public Library.

Nevada is home to Cottey College which is a private women's college. It was founded by Virginia Alice (Cottey) Stockard in 1884. Since 1927 it has been owned and supported by the P.E.O. Sisterhood, a philanthropic women's organization based in Des Moines, Iowa. It was founded as a preparatory school for girls and women, and by 1932 was a two-year liberal arts college. In 2011 it achieved accreditation as a four-year baccalaureate-granting college.

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

Notable people

 * Russell Alexander — circus band composer, performer, and entertainer
 * Eva Bowring − United States Senator for Nebraska
 * Patricia Breckenridge − former Associate Justice of Supreme Court of Missouri
 * Harvey C. Clark, U.S. Army brigadier general
 * Forrest DeBernardi − member of the Basketball Hall of Fame
 * Ed Emery — state senator and former state representative
 * Clark Griffith - Major League Baseball pitcher and co-founder of the American League
 * John Huston − actor, director, screenwriter, and producer (born there)
 * Walter Huston − actor of stage and screen (lived there 1905-09)
 * Frank James − guerrilla and outlaw, brother of Jesse James
 * George Lyons - Major League Baseball pitcher
 * Brett Merriman — Major League Baseball player, Nevada High School 1984 graduating class.
 * Bill Phelps − former lieutenant governor of Missouri
 * Kimbrough Stone - United States Circuit judge
 * Anne Swainson − Head of product and graphic design at Montgomery Ward
 * Marion Talley - An American opera coloratura soprano, and was in Follow Your Heart
 * Sue Thompson − country and pop singer, born Eva Sue McKee
 * Sidney Weltmer - founder of the Weltmer Institute of Suggestive Therapeutics

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Richards, Missouri

Richards is a village in northwest Vernon County, Missouri, United States. The population was 96 at the 2010 census.

History
Richards was laid out and platted in 1891 when the railroad was extended to that point. The village's name honors Joseph Harvey Richards, a railroad official. A post office has been in operation at Richards since 1890.

Geography
Richards is located on Missouri Route H. Stotesbury is approximately four miles to the north via Missouri Route Z and Nevada is eleven miles to the southeast. The Missouri-Kansas border is three miles to the west.

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

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 96 people, 36 households, and 27 families living in the village. The population density was 355.6 PD/sqmi. There were 44 housing units at an average density of 163.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 95.8% White and 4.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.0% of the population.

There were 36 households, of which 38.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.8% were married couples living together, 19.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 25.0% were non-families. 22.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.67 and the average family size was 3.11.

The median age in the village was 32 years. 29.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.9% were from 25 to 44; 22% were from 45 to 64; and 17.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 52.1% male and 47.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 95 people, 37 households, and 25 families living in the town. The population density was 347.1 PD/sqmi. There were 42 housing units at an average density of 153.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 96.84% White, and 3.16% from two or more races.

There were 37 households, out of which 37.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.1% were married couples living together, 2.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.4% were non-families. 29.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.16.

In the town the population was spread out, with 29.5% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 23.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.4 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $35,938, and the median income for a family was $44,583. Males had a median income of $26,875 versus $25,833 for females. The per capita income for the town was $16,489. There were 9.7% of families and 12.4% of the population living below the poverty line, including 5.9% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Schell City, Missouri

Schell City is a city in northeast Vernon County, Missouri, United States. The population was 249 at the 2010 census.

History
Schell City was laid out in 1871. The city was named for one of its original proprietors, Augustus Schell of New York. A post office has been in operation at Schell City since 1871.

Geography
Schell City is located at the intersection of Missouri routes C and AA approximately 1.5 miles south of the Osage River channel. The Schell-Osage Conservation Area lies adjacent to the east side of the community. Nevada lies approximately 17 miles to the southwest.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.63 sqmi, of which 0.62 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 249 people, 115 households, and 66 families living in the city. The population density was 401.6 PD/sqmi. There were 133 housing units at an average density of 214.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.6% White, 1.6% Native American, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.6% of the population.

There were 115 households, of which 28.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 36.5% were married couples living together, 11.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 42.6% were non-families. 40.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 2.89.

The median age in the city was 39.9 years. 27.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.2% were from 25 to 44; 24.4% were from 45 to 64; and 19.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.8% male and 50.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 286 people, 128 households, and 84 families living in the city. The population density was 454.3 PD/sqmi. There were 161 housing units at an average density of 255.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.05% of the population.

There were 128 households, out of which 27.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.5% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.6% were non-families. 32.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.78.

In the city the population was spread out, with 25.5% under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 22.7% from 25 to 44, 29.0% from 45 to 64, and 17.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females there were 98.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $20,500, and the median income for a family was $27,813. Males had a median income of $20,000 versus $16,094 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,027. About 19.8% of families and 25.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 30.0% of those under the age of eighteen and 21.3% of those 65 or over.

title: Schell City, Missouri


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Sheldon, Missouri

Sheldon is a city in southern Vernon County, Missouri, United States. The population was 543 at the 2010 census.

History
Sheldon was platted in 1881 when the railroad was extended to that point. The city was named for Sheldon A. Wright (or Wight), the owner of the town site. A post office has been in operation at Sheldon since 1881.

Geography
Sheldon is located in south-central Vernon County one mile north of the Vernon-Barton county line. It is on Missouri Route B one mile east of US Route 71. Lamar is ten miles to the south and Nevada is eleven miles to the north along Route 71.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.53 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 543 people, 208 households, and 128 families living in the city. The population density was 1024.5 PD/sqmi. There were 238 housing units at an average density of 449.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.3% White, 0.2% African American, 0.9% Native American, 1.3% from other races, and 3.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.8% of the population.

There were 208 households, of which 34.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.3% were married couples living together, 13.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.5% were non-families. 30.3% 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 2.61 and the average family size was 3.25.

The median age in the city was 33.8 years. 27.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.3% were from 25 to 44; 23.9% were from 45 to 64; and 12.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.4% male and 51.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 529 people, 209 households, and 146 families living in the city. The population density was 1,034.9 PD/sqmi. There were 232 housing units at an average density of 453.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.24% White, 0.19% Native American, 0.19% Pacific Islander, and 0.38% from two or more races.

There were 209 households, out of which 31.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.9% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.1% were non-families. 26.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.7% under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 27.8% from 25 to 44, 19.3% from 45 to 64, and 18.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females there were 81.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,125, and the median income for a family was $34,286. Males had a median income of $22,404 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,664. About 6.2% of families and 13.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.7% of those under age 18 and 11.9% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education in Sheldon is administered by Sheldon R-VIII School District.

Sheldon has a public library, the Sheldon City Library.

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Stotesbury, Missouri

Stotesbury is a village in northwest Vernon County, Missouri, United States. The population was 18 at the 2010 census.

History
Stotesbury was platted in 1893 when the railroad was extended to that point. The village was named for E. T. Stotesbury, a railroad agent. A post office was established at Stotesbury in 1893, and remained in operation until 1985.

In addition to the post office, Stotesbury also had a two story school. In 1990 the remaining portion of the building was demolished with only the foundation walls and the basement remaining. Stotesbury at one time had an operational black smith forge located near the railroad tracks and the coal yard.

Geography
Stotesbury is located at the intersection of Missouri routes D and V. The Missouri-Kansas state line is approximately 2.5 miles west and the Little Osage River flows past one-half mile north. The community of Richards is four miles south and Nevada is fourteen miles to the southeast.

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

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 18 people, 7 households, and 6 families living in the village. The population density was 163.6 PD/sqmi. There were 12 housing units at an average density of 109.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.0% White.

There were 7 households, of which 14.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.4% were married couples living together, 14.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 14.3% were non-families. 14.3% of all households were made up of individuals. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 2.67.

The median age in the village was 54 years. 5.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 0% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.3% were from 25 to 44; 38.9% were from 45 to 64; and 33.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 55.6% male and 44.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 43 people, 14 households, and 11 families living in the town. The population density was 382.4 PD/sqmi. There were 15 housing units at an average density of 133.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 100.00% White.

There were 14 households, out of which 42.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.1% were married couples living together, 28.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 14.3% were non-families. 14.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.07 and the average family size was 3.25.

In the town the population was spread out, with 32.6% under the age of 18, 2.3% from 18 to 24, 23.3% from 25 to 44, 25.6% from 45 to 64, and 16.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 126.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.3 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $23,438, and the median income for a family was $17,083. Males had a median income of $21,250 versus $28,750 for females. The per capita income for the town was $9,543. There were 22.2% of families and 19.0% of the population living below the poverty line, including 26.7% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Walker, Missouri

Walker is a city in Vernon County, Missouri, United States. The population was 199 at the 2020 census.

History
Walker had its start when the railroad was extended to that point. The town site was platted in 1870. The city was named for Hiram F. Walker, an early resident. A post office has been in operation at Walker since 1871. The city was incorporated in 1886.

Geography
Walker is located at the intersection of Missouri routes C and AA approximately seven miles northeast of Nevada and the community of Harwood lies 5.5 miles to the northeast.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.31 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 270 people, 113 households, and 73 families living in the city. The population density was 871.0 PD/sqmi. There were 122 housing units at an average density of 393.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.7% White, 1.1% Native American, 0.7% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.6% of the population.

There were 113 households, of which 32.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.3% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.4% were non-families. 28.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.4% 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 2.93.

The median age in the city was 41 years. 26.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.2% were from 25 to 44; 27.8% were from 45 to 64; and 16.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.1% male and 48.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 275 people, 110 households, and 85 families living in the city. The population density was 883.7 PD/sqmi. There were 125 housing units at an average density of 401.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.73% White, 0.36% African American, 0.73% Native American, 0.36% from other races, and 1.82% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.82% of the population.

There were 110 households, out of which 36.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.0% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.7% were non-families. 20.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the city the population was spread out, with 25.1% under the age of 18, 10.2% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 23.6% from 45 to 64, and 12.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females there were 102.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,542, and the median income for a family was $31,250. Males had a median income of $22,083 versus $17,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,949. About 13.8% of families and 12.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 20.7% of those 65 or over.

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Innsbrook, Missouri

Innsbrook is a village in Warren County, Missouri, United States. The population was 552 at the 2010 census. The village of Innsbrook is comprised almost entirely by Innsbrook Resort—a private, gated community. The village was founded in 1998.

Geography
Innsbrook is located at 38.765°N, -91.0575°W (38.764966, −91.057398).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 11.05 sqmi, of which 9.94 sqmi is land and 1.11 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 552 people, 282 households, and 209 families living in the village. The population density was 55.5 PD/sqmi. There were 1,315 housing units at an average density of 132.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.6% White, 1.4% African American, 0.2% from other races, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.5% of the population.

There were 282 households, of which 8.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.3% were married couples living together, 1.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 0.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 25.9% were non-families. 22.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.96 and the average family size was 2.23.

The median age in the village was 64.5 years. 6.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 1.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 6.1% were from 25 to 44; 38.6% were from 45 to 64; and 47.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 47.3% male and 52.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 469 people, 222 households, and 172 families living in the village. The population density was 52.3 PD/sqmi. There were 1,077 housing units at an average density of 120.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 99.57% White and 0.43% African American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.43% of the population.

There were 222 households, out of which 9.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.2% were married couples living together, 0.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.1% were non-families. 16.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.11 and the average family size was 2.31.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 9.0% under the age of 18, 2.6% from 18 to 24, 11.1% from 25 to 44, 49.0% from 45 to 64, and 28.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 58 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.0 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $65,833, and the median income for a family was $70,156. Males had a median income of $51,875 versus $35,000 for females. The per capita income for the village was $40,434. About 0.6% of families and 1.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 3.0% of those age 65 or over.

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Truesdale, Missouri

Truesdale is a city in Warren County, Missouri, United States. It is directly adjacent to the east of Warrenton and is part of the St. Louis MSA. The population was 732 according to the 2010 Census.

History
Truesdale was laid out in 1857 when the railroad was extended to that point. The community has the name of William Truesdale, a railroad man. Variant names were "Truesdail" and "Truesdaile". A post office called Truesdail was established in 1889, and remained in operation until 1979.

Geography
Truesdale is located at 38.81056°N, -91.12806°W (38.810499, -91.128194).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.29 sqmi, of which 1.27 sqmi is land and 0.02 sqmi is water.

Economy
Notable companies in Truesdale are Cascade Plastics, Oldcastle Glass, Warrenton Oil, Coca-Cola, River City Steel, Metso Minerals Sealcraft, and Microfinish. Truesdale has direct access to rail and interstate traffic via Interstate 70. Industry consists of light manufacturing.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 732 people, 270 households, and 175 families residing in the city. The population density was 576.4 PD/sqmi. There were 304 housing units at an average density of 239.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 87.7% White, 5.6% African American, 1.0% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.4% Pacific Islander, 1.4% from other races, and 3.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.

There were 270 households, of which 40.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.0% were married couples living together, 22.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.2% were non-families. 28.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.30.

The median age in the city was 29.1 years. 30.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 30.1% were from 25 to 44; 20.1% were from 45 to 64; and 7.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.9% male and 48.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 397 people, 145 households, and 94 families residing in the city. The population density was 360.6 PD/sqmi. There were 172 housing units at an average density of 156.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 88.66% White, 6.05% African American, 1.26% Native American, 0.76% Asian, 0.76% from other races, and 2.52% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.29% of the population.

There were 145 households, out of which 35.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.7% were married couples living together, 16.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.5% were non-families. 29.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.74 and the average family size was 3.45.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 32.0% under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 33.5% from 25 to 44, 15.4% from 45 to 64, and 11.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 117.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,359, and the median income for a family was $29,583. Males had a median income of $27,679 versus $21,125 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,483. About 20.2% of families and 21.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.6% of those under age 18 and 20.0% of those age 65 or over.

Climate
Climate is characterized by relatively high temperatures and evenly distributed precipitation throughout the year. The Köppen Climate Classification subtype for this climate is "Cfa". (Humid Subtropical Climate).

Government
The City of Truesdale has its own police department consisting of a full-time Chief of Police, and seven part-time officers.

Education
Rebecca Boone Elementary (4th-5th) is located within the City of Truesdale.

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Warrenton, Missouri

Warrenton is a city and county seat of Warren County, Missouri, United States. The population was 7,880 according to the 2010 Census. Warrenton is an exurb of St. Louis, and is located in the St. Louis Metropolitan Statistical Area. Warrenton's slogan is "A City for All Seasons."

History
Warrenton had its start in the 1830s as a planned community which was to hold the county seat. The community took its name from Warren County. The United States Postal Service Post Office in Warrenton has been in operation since 1836.

The Ernst Schowengerdt House and Warren County Courthouse and Circuit Court Building are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Activities
Warrenton has several parks open for the enjoyment of residents. An athletic complex is home to little league soccer, baseball, softball, and tee ball. Binkley Woods Park and Spectator Lake offer walking trails, fishing accessibility, a small playground and barbecue grills. Dyer Park offers playgrounds, basketball hoops, and tennis courts, as well as an outdoor stage for concerts and other events. Khoury Park has two baseball fields, basketball hoops, and a playground. Morgan Park offers a tennis court, playground, sand volleyball area, and the Warrenton Pool.

The city has recently opened an additional park that features an indoor pool, dog-friendly trails, walking trails, and a Frisbee golf course.

The Belle Starr Theatre also holds several concerts and events each year. Warrenton High School (part of the Warren County R-3 district) offers a variety of activities open to the public, including musicals, plays, band and choir concerts, and sporting events.

Festivals and events
FrühlingFest

One Saturday in June, the Warrenton Downtown Association hosts FrühlingFest, a festival that celebrates the region's German heritage. The festival includes German food, vendors of local handmade and artisan products, and other family activities.

Warrenton Fall Festival

One Saturday in September, the city closes Main Street and hosts the Fall Festival, which includes a diverse group of street vendors, food trucks, kid's activities, a car show, and main stage music entertainment. Past music acts have included the Ozark Mountain Daredevils, Little River Band, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and regional cover band Butch Wax & The Hollywoods.

Hometown Christmas

To kick off the Christmas season, the City of Warrenton hosts Hometown Christmas, an evening that includes an official tree lighting, Christmas carols, choir performances at Friedens United Church of Christ, hot chocolate, cookies, a visit by Santa, as well as a decoration event held at the Warren County Historical Society & Museum.

Geography
Warrenton is located at 38.81583°N, -91.14028°W (38.815951, -91.140164). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.46 sqmi, of which 8.37 sqmi is land and 0.09 sqmi is water.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 8,429 people, 3,160 households, and 2,187 families in Warrenton. The population density was 931.4 per square mile (359.8/km$2$). There were 3,268 housing units at an average density of 361.1 per square mile (139.5/km$2$). The racial makeup was 86.78% (7,315) white, 2.55% (215) black or African-American, 0.51% (43) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.7% (59) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander, 1.74% (147) from other races, and 7.71% (650) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.9% (498) of the population.

Of the 3,160 households, 32.7% had children under the age of 18; 44.0% were married couples living together; 26.9% had a female householder with no husband present. Of all households, 23.8% consisted of individuals and 11.6% 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 2.9.

26.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 10.1% from 18 to 24, 28.6% from 25 to 44, 18.9% from 45 to 64, and 15.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33.4 years. For every 100 females, the population had 82.5 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 80.6 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $47,804 (with a margin of error of +/- $9,675) and the median family income was $50,649 (+/- $8,826). Males had a median income of $27,470 (+/- $8,266) versus $23,846 (+/- $4,677) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $26,434 (+/- $2,136). Approximately, 17.0% of families and 22.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 38.8% of those under the age of 18 and 9.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 7,880 people, 2,927 households, and 1,969 families living in the city. The population density was 941.5 PD/sqmi. There were 3,196 housing units at an average density of 381.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.9% White, 2.1% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.9% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.7% of the population.

There were 2,927 households, of which 39.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.0% were married couples living together, 15.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.7% were non-families. 27.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 3.17.

The median age in the city was 32.4 years. 29.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28.2% were from 25 to 44; 21.1% were from 45 to 64; and 12.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.9% male and 52.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 5,281 people, 1,985 households, and 1,363 families living in the city. The population density was 720.6 PD/sqmi. There were 2,110 housing units at an average density of 287.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.64% White, 1.70% African American, 0.42% Native American, 0.38% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 0.57% from other races, and 1.25% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.29% of the population.

There were 1,985 households, out of which 37.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.8% were married couples living together, 13.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.3% were non-families. 26.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 3.14.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.0% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 30.3% from 25 to 44, 16.8% from 45 to 64, and 13.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $53.742, and the median income for a family was $68.740. Males had a median income of $36,809 versus $22,662 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,431. About 8.0% of families and 10.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.4% of those under age 18 and 15.1% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
Warrenton has direct access to both rail and interstate traffic via Interstate 70. Manufacturing consists of light industry, a copper foundry which is no longer run, and several quarries in the area. The town's primary sources of external revenue are service facilities for travellers. A notable company in Warrenton is SAF Holland. Warrenton is also home to the global headquarters of Child Evangelism Fellowship

Warren County R-III School District is the largest employer in Warren County.

In 2018, the city of Warrenton opened a second I-70 overpass, about 2 miles west of the original State Road 47 overpass. This was completed to account for future growth in the city.

Education
Warrenton and the adjacent city of Truesdale, Missouri are home to the Warren County R-III School District, which is fully accredited in the state of Missouri. The district currently has six buildings: Warrenton High School, Daniel Boone Elementary, Warrior Ridge Elementary, Rebecca Boone Elementary, Black Hawk Middle School, Central office/ Early Childhood center.

Warrenton is also home to Holy Rosary School, a Growing Catholic school serving families with children in Pre K through eighth grade.

The Central Wesleyan College was an important German-American institution from 1864 to 1941. After closing, one of the campus buildings burned on February 17, 1957 killing 72 persons in the Warrenton Nursing Home Fire.

Warrenton has a public library, a branch of the Scenic Regional Library system.

Media

 * KFAV, 99.9 MHz FM station featuring country music, sister station to KWRE
 * KWRE, 730 kHz AM station with 95.1 MHz FM translator K236CK featuring country music, sister station to KFAV

Notable people

 * George H. Middelkamp, 24th State Treasurer of Missouri

 * Carl O. Sauer, American Geographer

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Wright City, Missouri

Wright City is a city in Warren County, Missouri, United States. It is located on Interstate 70 at mile marker 200 approximately 50 mi west of downtown St. Louis. Wright City is a small, semi-rural community area with primarily single-family housing, with some multi-family dwellings. The population was 3,119 at the 2010 census. It has a number of small stores and restaurants. It has various types of light to heavy industrial businesses.

History
Wright City was laid out in 1857, and was named after Dr. Henry C. Wright, a first settler. A post office called Wright City has been in operation since 1858. The Southwestern Bell Repeater Station-Wright City was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2007.

Geography
Wright City is located at 38.82778°N, -91.02417°W (38.827878, -91.024280). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.06 sqmi, of which, 5.97 sqmi is land and 0.09 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 3,119 people, 1,178 households, and 823 families residing in the city. The population density was 522.4 PD/sqmi. There were 1,288 housing units at an average density of 215.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 87.0% White, 5.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 3.7% from other races, and 3.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.2% of the population.

There were 1,178 households, of which 41.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.5% were married couples living together, 16.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.1% were non-families. 23.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.65 and the average family size was 3.10.

The median age in the city was 31 years. 29.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 31.4% were from 25 to 44; 21.2% were from 45 to 64; and 8.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.1% male and 50.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,532 people, 608 households, and 403 families residing in the city. The population density was 612.7 PD/sqmi. There were 661 housing units at an average density of 264.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 88.77% White, 6.27% African American, 0.72% Native American, 0.07% Asian, 2.74% from other races, and 1.44% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.20% of the population.

There were 608 households, out of which 35.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.4% were married couples living together, 17.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.6% were non-families. 29.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.8% 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 3.05.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.0% under the age of 18, 12.1% from 18 to 24, 30.1% from 25 to 44, 17.7% from 45 to 64, and 11.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,179, and the median income for a family was $35,563. Males had a median income of $28,977 versus $21,607 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,153. About 12.5% of families and 14.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.5% of those under age 18 and 14.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education in Wright City is administered by Wright City R-II School District, which operates two elementary schools, one middle school, and Wright City High School. Liberty Christian Academy is a private institution for students in kindergarten through grade twelve.

Wright City has a public library, a branch of the Scenic Regional Library system.

Arts and culture
From 1992 to 2007, Wright City was home to the Elvis Is Alive Museum, run by Baptist minister Bill Beeny in his local general store, which explored Beeny's theory that the singer Elvis Presley is still living. In 2007, Beeny sold the museum's collection of artifacts on eBay, and the museum briefly reopened in Hattiesburg, Mississippi before being placed into storage.

Notable people
Two American theologians, the brothers Reinhold Niebuhr and H. Richard Niebuhr were born in Wright City in 1892 and 1894 respectively.

The actor Rand Brooks, best known for the role of Charles Hamilton in Gone with the Wind, was born in Wright City.

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Caledonia, Missouri

Caledonia is a village in southern Washington County, Missouri, United States. The population was 131 at the 2020 census. Caledonia is located 4 mi east of Belgrade.

History
Caledonia was laid out in 1819. The village is named after the Roman Empire's Latin name for Scotland. A post office has been in operation at Caledonia since 1819.

The Caledonia Historic District, Land Archeological Site, Lost Creek Pictograph Archeological Site, and Harrison Queen House are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
Caledonia is located at the intersection of Missouri Route 32 and Missouri Route 21. Goose Creek flows through the community and Spring Glen Lake is approximately one mile to the northeast along Goose Creek.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.16 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 130 people, 58 households, and 39 families living in the village. The population density was 812.5 PD/sqmi. There were 76 housing units at an average density of 475.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.0% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.8% of the population.

There were 58 households, of which 25.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.2% were married couples living together, 3.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 8.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.8% were non-families. 31.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.72.

The median age in the village was 46 years. 17.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.6% were from 25 to 44; 30% were from 45 to 64; and 21.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 53.1% male and 46.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 158 people, 66 households, and 40 families living in the village. The population density was 1,133.9 PD/sqmi. There were 79 housing units at an average density of 567.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.00% White.

There were 66 households, out of which 31.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 12.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.9% were non-families. 30.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 25.3% under the age of 18, 13.9% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 20.3% from 45 to 64, and 13.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 29 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.3 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $24,833, and the median income for a family was $28,125. Males had a median income of $20,179 versus $15,625 for females. The per capita income for the village was $10,685. About 19.1% of families and 29.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 40.0% of those under the age of 18 and 6.7% of those 65 or over.

Schools
Valley R-VI is the local school, whose mascot is the Viking. There are two sets of buildings for the elementary (K-6) and the junior high & high school (7-12). The elementary buildings have a distinctive dome shape. The reason for the unconventional structures are because of their ability to withstand severe weather. “They are tornado proof – hurricane proof – fire proof and so our kids are very safe,“ stated Brad Crocker, who was Valley's superintendent at the time.

Nearest airport
Washington County Airport, Airport Road, Mineral Point, Missouri 63660

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Irondale, Missouri

Irondale is a city in Washington County, Missouri, United States. The population was 445 at the 2010 census.

Geography
Irondale is located at 37.83528°N, -90.6725°W (37.835204, -90.672505).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.54 sqmi, of which 0.53 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 445 people, 160 households, and 122 families living in the city. The population density was 839.6 PD/sqmi. There were 192 housing units at an average density of 362.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.5% White, 0.2% Native American, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.

There were 160 households, of which 39.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.6% were married couples living together, 15.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 23.8% were non-families. 20.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.78 and the average family size was 3.16.

The median age in the city was 36.9 years. 28.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.7% were from 25 to 44; 27.2% were from 45 to 64; and 12.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.8% male and 49.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 437 people, 169 households, and 117 families living in the city. The population density was 803.8 PD/sqmi. There were 198 housing units at an average density of 364.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.71% White, 0.23% Native American, 0.46% Asian, and 1.60% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.92% of the population.

There were 169 households, out of which 34.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.0% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.2% were non-families. 29.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 3.19.

In the city the population was spread out, with 28.4% under the age of 18, 10.5% from 18 to 24, 27.0% from 25 to 44, 23.1% from 45 to 64, and 11.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females there were 97.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,250, and the median income for a family was $30,156. Males had a median income of $25,833 versus $15,909 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,819. About 19.5% of families and 23.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 44.4% of those under age 18 and 8.5% of those age 65 or over.

History
Irondale was laid out in 1857 by John G. Scott, who built an iron furnace there. The town briefly changed its name to Savoy in 1906 to solve the problem of mail getting mixed up with the nearby towns of Ironton and Iron Mountain. A few years later the name was changed back to Irondale.

Camp Irondale
Irondale once had a Boy Scout camp, called Irondale Scout Reservation. It was opened in 1920, closed and was replaced by the S-F Scout Ranch in August 1965.

Notable people

 * Thomas Wesley Benoist, aviator, aircraft designer and manufacturer; founder of the world's first scheduled airline
 * The Iron Mountain Baby, William Moses Gould Helms, subject of folksong, was discovered where the railroad trestle crosses Big River in August 1902
 * Ferlin Husky, country singer and musician, spent his early childhood on a farm outside Irondale and attended grade school at Irondale

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Mineral Point, Missouri

Mineral Point is a village in Washington County, Missouri, United States. The population was 351 at the 2010 census.

History
Mineral Point had its start in the 1850s as a lead-mining settlement. The community owes its name to the wealth of minerals found in the vicinity. Mineral Point was situated along the St. Louis, Iron Mountain and Southern Railway. A post office has been in operation at Mineral Point since 1858.

Geography
Mineral Point is located at 37.94528°N, -90.72444°W (37.945181, -90.724493).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.24 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 351 people, 124 households, and 85 families living in the village. The population density was 1462.5 PD/sqmi. There were 131 housing units at an average density of 545.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 92.0% White, 4.6% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.6% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.

There were 124 households, of which 42.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 38.7% were married couples living together, 21.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 8.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.5% were non-families. 26.6% 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 2.83 and the average family size was 3.45.

The median age in the village was 33.2 years. 31.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.7% were from 25 to 44; 26.5% were from 45 to 64; and 9.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 47.0% male and 53.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 363 people, 130 households, and 89 families living in the town. The population density was 1,425.5 PD/sqmi. There were 136 housing units at an average density of 534.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 92.29% White, 3.03% African American, 0.83% Native American, 1.38% from other races, and 2.48% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.65% of the population.

There were 130 households, out of which 40.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.6% were married couples living together, 19.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.8% were non-families. 25.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.79 and the average family size was 3.33.

In the town the population was spread out, with 32.2% under the age of 18, 9.6% from 18 to 24, 26.7% from 25 to 44, 21.8% from 45 to 64, and 9.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.0 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $15,455, and the median income for a family was $16,591. Males had a median income of $24,583 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the town was $8,365. About 36.5% of families and 40.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 52.3% of those under age 18 and 12.0% of those age 65 or over.

Government and infrastructure
The United States Postal Service operates the Mineral Point Post Office.

The Potosi Correctional Center of the Missouri Department of Corrections is located in an unincorporated area in Washington County, near Mineral Point. The prison houses male death row inmates.

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Potosi, Missouri

Potosi is a city in Washington County, Missouri, United States. Potosi is seventy-two miles southwest of St. Louis. The population was 2,660 as of the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Washington County.

Located in the Lead Belt, the city was founded in 1763 by French colonists as Mine à Breton or Mine au Breton. After the United States acquired this area, American Moses Austin renamed the community for the Bolivian silver-mining city of Potosí. He was involved in lead mining.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.33 sqmi, all land.

Potosi is located in the Lead Belt region of Missouri, as such, it has mining operations in the area. It is also geographically considered part of the St. Francois Mountain Range, meaning it has hilly terrain typical of the region.

The city is within proximity to many nature areas, including Mark Twain National Forest and Washington State Park.

History

A lead mining settlement at this spot, "Mine à Breton" or Mine au Breton, was founded between 1760 and 1780 by Francis Azor, of Brittany, France. Moses Austin came here in 1798 with his family, including his son Stephen F. Austin. Moses obtained a grant of 7,153 arpents of land from the Spanish Empire and started large-scale mining operations, building his town to support it. Moses named the town after Potosí in Bolivia, which was famous for its vast silver mines. Austin's tomb and the foundation of his home Durham Hall can still be seen. Another mining entrepreneur in Potosi at the time of Moses Austin was James Bryan. Firmin Rene Desloge, who emigrated from Nantes, France in 1822 as the progenitor of the Desloge Family in America, located in Potosi and established a mercantile, distillery, fur trading and lead smelting business. The Desloge lead mining business Desloge Lead Company and later Desloge Consolidated Lead Company was later relocated to Bonne Terre, MO and also Desloge, MO by his son Firmin V. Desloge.

Potosi was designated county seat in 1814.

Potosi is also home to the oldest standing Presbyterian church west of the Mississippi River. It is located on West Breton Street, also home to the graveyard that contains the tomb of Moses Austin and his wife Maria Brown Austin.

The Potosi Correctional Center, which opened in 1989, housed Missouri's death row and the state's executions were handled at the prison until 2005. The Potosi Center conducted all but one of the 62 Missouri executions between 1989 when capital punishment was reinstated and 2005 when executions were moved 25 miles east to the Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center in Bonne Terre, Missouri.

The George Cresswell Furnace, Palmer Historic Mining District, Washington County Courthouse, and Washington State Park CCC Historic District are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,660 people, 1,114 households, and 657 families living in the city. The population density was 1141.6 PD/sqmi. There were 1,230 housing units at an average density of 527.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White, 2.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.6% of the population.

There were 1,114 households, of which 32.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.0% were married couples living together, 17.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.0% were non-families. 36.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.86.

The median age in the city was 39.1 years. 24.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.9% were from 25 to 44; 24.3% were from 45 to 64; and 18.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 44.1% male and 55.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,662 people, 1,103 households, and 677 families living in the city. The population density was 1,218.9 PD/sqmi. There were 1,211 housing units at an average density of 554.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.60% White, 2.14% African American, 0.45% Native American, 0.15% Asian, 0.23% from other races, and 1.43% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.83% of the population.

There were 1,103 households, out of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.1% were married couples living together, 17.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.6% were non-families. 35.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.8% 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 2.97.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.7% under the age of 18, 9.2% from 18 to 24, 25.9% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 18.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females there were 81.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 75.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $17,702, and the median income for a family was $23,958. Males had a median income of $31,548 versus $16,976 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,417. About 28.1% of families and 31.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 42.7% of those under age 18 and 13.9% of those age 65 or over.

Government and infrastructure
Potosi is the county seat of Washington County, therefore hosts both city and county government offices. Namely, City Hall and The Washington County Courthouse and government offices within.

The United States Postal Service operates the Potosi Post Office.

The Potosi Correctional Center of the Missouri Department of Corrections is located in an unincorporated area in Washington County, near Potosi. The prison houses male death row inmates.

Education
Public education in Potosi is administered by the Potosi R-III School District. Potosi has a public library, the Washington County Library.

Notable people

 * Moses Austin, American settlement colonizer in St. Genevieve, Missouri and father of Stephen Austin of the Republic of Texas
 * Jeremy Boyer, NHL & MLB organist
 * Dylan Coleman, MLB pitcher
 * Firmin Rene Desloge, progenitor of the Desloge Family in America
 * Firmin V. Desloge, founder Desloge Consolidated Lead Company and Desloge, Missouri and Bonne Terre, Missouri
 * Tom Huck, artist/printmaker
 * John A. Lankford, architect
 * Donne Wall, baseball player

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Greenville, Missouri

Greenville is a city located on U.S. Route 67 near the intersection with Route D and E in Wayne County, Missouri, United States, along the St. Francis River. The population was 443 at the 2020 census. Greenville was incorporated and founded as the county seat of Wayne County in 1819.

History
Greenville was named after Fort Greene Ville (now Greenville), Ohio, the site where General Anthony Wayne signed a treaty with the Native Americans after defeating them in the Battle of Fallen Timbers on August 20, 1794. This was the final battle of the Northwest Indian War. Wayne County was named for this military hero and Greenville was named for the place he was most famous for. Incidentally, Fort Greene Ville, Ohio, was named after Nathanael Greene, a friend of Wayne.

In 1826, Greenville flooded. On August 10, 1832, the first post office opened. Confederate Brigadier General William J. Hardee and officers Patrick Cleburne, Thomas C. Hindman, and Basil W. Duke along with about 800 men were stationed close to Greenville near the outset of the Civil War until they began to retreat to Randolph County, Arkansas on August 28, 1861. On July 20, 1862, a camp of two companies of the 12th Missouri State Militia was attacked at daylight, surprising the camp, taking most of their rifles, 16 Savage revolvers, all of their horses, 50 pairs of holster pistols, and killing four of their men.

Greenville was incorporated as a village on February 23, 1893. In 1941, the village was relocated two miles to the north after the construction of Lake Wappapello.

Old Greenville (23WE637) was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1990.

Geography
Greenville is located on the southern edge of the Ozark Mountains, situated in a hilly, forested landscape. U.S. Route 67 passes through Greenville. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.68 sqmi, all land. Greenville is on the east shore of Lake Wappapello, on the St. Francis River.

Education
The Greenville R-2 School District runs throughout most of eastern Wayne County. There are two elementary schools—Greenville Elementary School and Williamsville Elementary School located in the nearby town of Williamsville for pre-kindergarten through sixth-grade students. Greenville Jr. High School (grades 7–8) and Greenville High School (grades 9-12) compose the remainder of the district. There are 762 students and 57 teachers in grades K-12 in the district. The school colors are red and black and its mascot is the bear. School athletics consist of boys' and girls' basketball, girls' volleyball, boys' baseball, girls' softball, and cheerleading.

For adults aged 25 and older in Greenville, 26.7% possess a high school diploma or GED as their highest educational attainment and 5.5% possess a bachelor's degree or higher educational degree while 2.4% of the population possesses a post-graduate or professional degree.

Media
The single local newspaper is the weekly Wayne County Journal Banner. The Greenville Sun newspaper was published from 1893 to 1966.

Notable person

 * Nelson McDowell (1870–1947), actor who appeared in over 175 films

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 511 people, 192 households, and 121 families living in the city. The population density was 751.5 PD/sqmi. There were 234 housing units at an average density of 344.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.7% White, 0.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.

There were 192 households, of which 31.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.9% were married couples living together, 12.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 37.0% were non-families. 34.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.7% 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 3.10.

The median age in the city was 45.9 years. 21.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20% were from 25 to 44; 27% were from 45 to 64; and 24.1% 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 451 people, 190 households, and 113 families living in the city. The population density was 674.3 PD/sqmi. There were 222 housing units at an average density of 331.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.67% White, 0.22% Native American, and 1.11% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.33% of the population.

There were 190 households, of which 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.4% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.5% were non-families. 37.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.16 and the average family size was 2.85. It was reported that in Greenville, 1.1% of all households contain lesbians.

For people in the city aged 15 and over, 60.1% were married, 9.8% were divorced, 15.5% were single, never married, 11.9% were widowed, and 2.6% were separated.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.3% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 25.5% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 25.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 72.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 67.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,214, and the median income for a family was $39,375, and therefore lies at more than 30% below the national average. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $17,656 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,802. About 13.1% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.4% of those under age 18 and 11.0% of those age 65 or over.

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Mill Spring, Missouri

Mill Spring is a village in Wayne County, Missouri, United States, along the Black River. The population was 159 at the 2020 census.

History
Mill Spring was laid out in 1871. The community took its name from a nearby spring of the same name which once powered lumber mills. A post office called Mill Spring has been in operation since 1874. Millspring post office was shut down in 2014

Geography
Mill Spring is located in a tributary valley on the northeast edge of the Black River floodplain. The community of Leeper is approximately one mile to the northwest along Missouri Route 49.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.44 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
At the 2010 census, there were 189 people, 81 households and 46 families living in the village. The population density was 429.5 /sqmi. There were 106 housing units at an average density of 240.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup was 96.8% White, 1.1% African American, 0.5% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.5% of the population.

There were 81 households, of which 25.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 38.3% were married couples living together, 13.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 43.2% were non-families. 30.9% 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 2.33 and the average family size was 3.02.

The median age was 37.8 years. 21.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26% were from 25 to 44; 27% were from 45 to 64; and 15.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup was 51.9% male and 48.1% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census, there were 219 people, 81 households and 55 families living in the village. The population density was 1,041.8 PD/sqmi. There were 104 housing units at an average density of 494.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup was 96.35% White, 0.46% Native American, 0.91% Pacific Islander and 2.28% from two or more races.

There were 81 households, of which 30.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.7% were married couples living together, 13.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.9% were non-families. 24.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.70 and the average family size was 3.13.

28.8% of the population were under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 17.8% from 45 to 64, and 20.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.5 males.

The median household income was $22,750 and the median family income was $26,389. Males had a median income of $18,125 and females $14,063. The per capita income was $9,723. About 13.5% of families and 22.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.0% of those under the age of eighteen and 20.0% of those 65 or over.

Notable person

 * Bernarr Macfadden, magazine publisher and fitness authority

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Piedmont, Missouri

Piedmont is a city in northwestern Wayne County in Southeast Missouri, United States. Its population was 1,897 at the 2020 census. Part of the Ozark Foothills Region, it is at the convergence of State Highways 34 and 49. Piedmont, transliterated as "foot of the mountain," is named for its position at the foot of Clark Mountain, a 1424-foot summit approximately two miles north of the town.

History
Piedmont was platted in 1871 when the Iron Mountain Railroad was extended south to that point. The community derives its name from the French pied and mont, meaning "foot" and "mountain" respectively. A post office called Piedmont has been in operation since 1872.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.15 sqmi, of which 2.14 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

Piedmont includes the neighborhood of Beckville.

Nearby Clearwater Lake, a flood-control lake that was constructed in the 1940s and managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, brings substantial seasonal tourism to Piedmont for boating, fishing, and camping.

Climate
Piedmont has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification Cfa).

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,977 people, 823 households, and 500 families residing in the city. The population density was 923.8 PD/sqmi. There were 993 housing units at an average density of 464.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.5% White, 0.5% African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.0% Asian, 0.8% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.4% of the population.

There were 823 households, of which 31.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.1% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.2% were non-families. 33.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.90.

The median age in the city was 42.9 years. 22.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.3% were from 25 to 44; 26% were from 45 to 64; and 21.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.1% male and 53.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,992 people, 869 households, and 528 families residing in the city. The population density was 955.5 PD/sqmi. There were 959 housing units at an average density of 460.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.09% White, 0.16% African American, 0.40% Native American, 0.35% Asian, 0.20% from other races, and 0.80% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.60% of the population. Among the major first ancestries reported in Piedmont were 21.4% American, 11.6% German, 11.3% Irish, 8.6% English, 3.7% Dutch, and 2.5% French.

There were 869 households, out of which 28.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.1% were married couples living together, 13.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.2% were non-families. 35.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.0% 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 2.79.

In the city the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 23.6% from 25 to 44, 20.7% from 45 to 64, and 25.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females there were 85.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,678, and the median income for a family was $23,500. Males had a median income of $27,120 versus $17,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,976. About 24.3% of families and 26.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 34.7% of those under age 18 and 16.6% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Among residents 25 years of age and older in Piedmont, 36.1% possess a high school diploma or higher, 7.5% have a bachelor's degree, and 3.9% hold a post-graduate/professional degree as their highest educational attainment.

Public schools
The Clearwater R-I School District serves the educational needs of most of the city's residents and nearby throughout most of western Wayne County. According to the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education, there is one elementary school, one middle school and one senior high school in the district. During the 2008–2009 school year, there was a total of 1,110 students and 111 certified staff members enrolled in the Clearwater R-I School District. The school colors are orange and black and its mascot is the tiger.
 * Clearwater Elementary School (PK-4)
 * Clearwater Middle School (5-8)
 * Clearwater High School (9-12)

Private schools

 * Victory Baptist Academy (PK-12)

Library
Piedmont has a lending library, the Piedmont Public Library.

City/local
The City of Piedmont is governed by Mayor William H. "Bill" Kirkpatrick and a four-member city council. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. Central Standard Time (CST) at Piedmont City Hall, 115 W. Green Street.

State
Piedmont is a part of Missouri's 144th Legislative District and is currently represented by Chris Dinkins (R-Annapolis, Missouri). In the Missouri Senate, State Senator Wayne Wallingford (R-Cape Girardeau, Missouri) represents Piedmont as part of Missouri's 27th Senatorial District.

Federal
Piedmont is included in Missouri's 8th congressional district and is currently represented in the U.S. House of Representatives by Jason T. Smith (R-Salem, Missouri).

Arts and culture
Piedmont is known for its two nearby drive-in theaters, the Pine Hill Drive-In and the 21 Drive-In near Van Buren.

Since 1977 Piedmont has hosted an Ozark Heritage Fall Festival annually in mid-October, which showcases traditional Ozark culture and handicrafts, and is one of the highest attended in the region.

In August of 2023, to mark the 50th anniversary of alleged unidentified flying object (UFO) sightings in Piedmont, the Missouri General Assembly passed SB139 designating Piedmont and Wayne County as the UFO Capitals of Missouri.

Between February and April 1973, residents of Piedmont and the surrounding area witnessed unexplained activity in the sky. Several hundred calls were made to local police, sheriffs and newspapers. The incidents made local headlines and eventually national news outlets began reporting the sightings. Today, the city of Piedmont celebrates this designation every April with its annual UFO Festival.

Notable person

 * Robert Banks, award-winning chemist and co-inventor of "crystalline polypropylene" and high-density polyethylene (HDPE).

title: Piedmont, Missouri