Brazeau township, Missouri
Brazeau township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Brazeau township is a geographic entity located in Perry County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,276. The land area covers 63.56 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,276 | ±231 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.1 yrs | ±10.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 506 | ±79 | 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 | 600 | ±98 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 506 | ±79 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 94 | ±61 |
| Median Home Value | $179,400 | ±$18,939 |
| Median Gross Rent | $695 | ±$240 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,458 | ±$9,885 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,584 | ±$3,480 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.8% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 61 | ±25 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.1% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 561 | ±106 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 81.8% | ±7.9% |
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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GUS Population: 19,100 (2024)
ID: 186216
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSIONER
321 N MAIN ST, STE 2, PERRYVILLE MO 63775-1372
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | ALTENBURG, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Murphysboro, IL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Murphysboro, IL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Murphysboro, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Murphysboro, IL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-08 | Murphysboro, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Murphysboro, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Murphysboro, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Murphysboro, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | JACKSON, MO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Southern Illinois University-System Office
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College | 19.1 mi away | 1400 Douglas Drive, Carbondale, IL, 62901-6801 |
6185363331
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ALTENBURG BRANCH
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 66 POPLAR ST, ALTENBURG, MO, 63732 |
(573) 824-5267
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Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
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College | 20.1 mi away | Lincoln Drive, Carbondale, IL, 62901-4512 |
6184532121
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SALLIE LOGAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 1808 WALNUT STREET, MURPHYSBORO, IL, 62966 |
(618) 684-3271
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Southeast Missouri State University
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College | 23.0 mi away | One University Plaza, MS2025, Cape Girardeau, MO, 63701 |
5736512000
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PERRYVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 800 CITY PARK DR STE A, PERRYVILLE, MO, 63775 |
(573) 547-6508
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Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences
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College | 23.5 mi away | 2001 William Street, Cape Girardeau, MO, 63703-4507 |
57333468252202
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COBDEN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.0 mi away | 100 SOUTH FRONT STREET, COBDEN, IL, 62920 |
(618) 893-4637
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Renaissance Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 23.8 mi away | 268 South Mount Auburn Road, Cape Girardeau, MO, 63703-4918 |
5738031649
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RIVERSIDE REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 1997 E JACKSON BLVD, JACKSON, MO, 63755 |
(573) 243-8141
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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 JACKSON, MO US, located 19.0 miles from Brazeau township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.2° | 23.7° | 32.4° | 3.34" | 2.2" |
| February | 46.2° | 26.6° | 36.4° | 3.68" | 1.2" |
| March | 56.7° | 35.3° | 46.0° | 5.01" | 1.5" |
| April | 68.6° | 45.7° | 57.2° | 5.51" | 0.0" |
| May | 78.2° | 56.4° | 67.3° | 5.53" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.0° | 65.3° | 76.1° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.2° | 68.9° | 79.6° | 4.29" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.9° | 67.1° | 78.0° | 3.61" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.8° | 58.7° | 70.2° | 3.40" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.1° | 46.5° | 58.3° | 3.65" | 0.1" |
| November | 55.2° | 35.4° | 45.3° | 4.57" | 0.1" |
| December | 44.6° | 27.9° | 36.2° | 3.70" | 2.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altenburg city | City | 1.1 mi | — |
| Frohna city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Grand Tower city | City | 3.6 mi | — |
| New Wells CDP | CDP | 6.7 mi | — |
| Gorham village | Village | 7.4 mi | — |
| Shawneetown CDP | CDP | 7.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2915708092. • 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.