Blue Mound township, Missouri
Blue Mound township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Blue Mound township is a geographic entity located in Vernon County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 398. The land area covers 45.58 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 398 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 32.7 yrs | ±31.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 89 | ±39 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 138 | ±50 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 89 | ±39 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 49 | ±43 |
| Median Home Value | $170,800 | ±$120,764 |
| Median Gross Rent | $921 | ±$344 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,338 | ±$10,729 |
| Per Capita Income | $20,840 | ±$11,752 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% | ±7.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 28 | ±29 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±11.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 106 | ±70 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 75.3% | ±23.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWNSHIP OF BLUE MOUND
GUS Population: 399 (2024)
ID: 129686
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TRUSTEE
22522 E CHARMING RD, SCHELL CITY MO 64783-8188
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GUS Population: 19,787 (2024)
ID: 107575
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY COMMISSION
100 W CHERRY ST, STE 6, NEVADA MO 64772-3367
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | APPLETON CITY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | APPLETON CITY, MO | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | NEVADA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | EL DORADO SPRINGS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | EL DORADO SPRINGS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | EL DORADO SPRINGS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-12 | NEVADA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | APPLETON CITY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | NEVADA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | NEVADA, MO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 5 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Cottey College
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College | 13.4 mi away | 1000 W Austin, Nevada, MO, 64772 |
4176678181
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RICH HILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 514 E WALNUT ST, RICH HILL, MO, 64779 |
(417) 395-2291
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NEVADA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 218 W WALNUT ST, NEVADA, MO, 64772 |
(417) 448-2770
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EL DORADO SPRINGS BRANCH
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 808 S MAIN ST, EL DORADO SPRINGS, MO, 64744 |
(417) 876-4827
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APPLETON CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 105 W FOURTH ST, APPLETON CITY, MO, 64724 |
(660) 476-5513
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at NEVADA WTP, MO US, located 13.3 miles from Blue Mound township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.5° | 21.5° | 31.5° | 1.77" | 2.5" |
| February | 46.6° | 25.5° | 36.0° | 2.07" | 1.5" |
| March | 56.6° | 34.9° | 45.7° | 3.41" | 0.7" |
| April | 66.6° | 44.7° | 55.7° | 5.20" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.3° | 54.9° | 65.1° | 6.77" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.4° | 64.3° | 74.3° | 5.35" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.7° | 68.4° | 78.5° | 4.74" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.0° | 66.6° | 77.3° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.3° | 58.3° | 69.3° | 4.60" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.3° | 46.2° | 57.8° | 3.45" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.2° | 35.2° | 45.7° | 3.06" | 0.2" |
| December | 45.3° | 26.2° | 35.7° | 2.22" | 1.5" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harwood village | Village | 4.3 mi | — |
| Schell City city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Walker city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Rockville city | City | 9.6 mi | — |
| Rich Hill city | City | 10.7 mi | — |
| Metz town | Town | 12.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2921706598. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.