Cole township, Missouri
Cole township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Cole township is a geographic entity located in Benton County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,118. The land area covers 85.89 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,118 | ±344 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 53.8 yrs | ±8.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 913 | ±163 | 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 | 2,000 | ±175 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 913 | ±163 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,087 | ±169 |
| Median Home Value | $143,400 | ±$40,829 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $52,574 | ±$9,220 |
| Per Capita Income | $55,833 | ±$42,744 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.5% | ±14.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 518 | ±325 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.5% | ±5.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 549 | ±160 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.4% | ±21.9% |
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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COUNTY OF BENTON
GUS Population: 20,614 (2024)
ID: 208592
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSIONER
PO BOX 1238, WARSAW MO 65355-1238
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | CLIMAX SPRINGS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | COLE CAMP, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | COLE CAMP, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Cole Camp, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | CLIMAX SPRINGS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | WARSAW, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | LINCOLN, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | LINCOLN, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | STOVER, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | STOVER, MO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 6 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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COLE CAMP BRANCH
|
Library | 11.2 mi away | 701 W MAIN ST, COLE CAMP, MO, 65325 |
(660) 668-3887
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WARSAW BRANCH
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 102 E JACKSON ST, WARSAW, MO, 65355 |
(660) 438-5211
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CLIMAX SPRINGS BRANCH
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 14157 N STATE HWY 7, CLIMAX SPRINGS, MO, 65324 |
(573) 347-2722
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MORGAN COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.1 mi away | 600 N HUNTER ST, VERSAILLES, MO, 65084 |
(573) 378-5319
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SUNRISE BEACH BRANCH
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Library | 24.0 mi away | 14156 N STATE HWY 5, SUNRISE BEACH, MO, 65079 |
(573) 374-6982
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LENORA BLACKMORE BRANCH
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Library | 24.8 mi away | 105 W BENTON ST, WINDSOR, MO, 65360 |
(660) 647-2298
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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 COLE CAMP 3NW, MO US, located 13.4 miles from Cole township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.7° | 19.0° | 28.9° | 1.78" | 4.8" |
| February | 43.8° | 23.3° | 33.5° | 1.98" | 6.2" |
| March | 54.7° | 32.5° | 43.6° | 3.15" | 3.6" |
| April | 65.0° | 42.5° | 53.8° | 4.42" | 0.1" |
| May | 73.5° | 53.6° | 63.5° | 5.06" | 0.2" |
| June | 82.5° | 62.3° | 72.4° | 5.30" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.5° | 66.6° | 77.1° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.5° | 64.9° | 75.7° | 4.10" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.7° | 56.3° | 67.5° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.3° | 44.3° | 55.8° | 3.52" | 0.1" |
| November | 53.9° | 33.1° | 43.5° | 2.92" | 0.5" |
| December | 43.0° | 24.2° | 33.6° | 2.05" | 2.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln city | City | 10.7 mi | — |
| Cole Camp city | City | 11.0 mi | — |
| White Branch CDP | CDP | 11.0 mi | — |
| Warsaw city | City | 11.2 mi | — |
| Stover city | City | 13.8 mi | — |
| Climax Springs CDP | CDP | 15.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2901515418. • 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.