Heath Creek township, Missouri
Heath Creek township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Heath Creek township is a geographic entity located in Pettis County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 770. The land area covers 55.36 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 770 | ±380 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 19.3 yrs | ±11.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 173 | ±54 | 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 | 237 | ±83 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 173 | ±54 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 64 | ±59 |
| Median Home Value | $217,800 | ±$56,723 |
| 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 | $82,228 | ±$22,130 |
| Per Capita Income | $23,806 | ±$11,480 |
| Poverty Rate | 31.2% | ±42.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 240 | ±351 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.6% | ±2.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 245 | ±104 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.3% | ±11.3% |
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: 43,791 (2024)
ID: 168759
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PETTIS COUNTY PRESIDING COMMISSIONER
415 S OHIO AVE, SEDALIA MO 65301-4435
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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 | BLACKWATER, MO | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | SEDALIA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | SEDALIA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | SEDALIA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | SEDALIA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | HOUSTONIA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | HUGHESVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | OTTERVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | OTTERVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | SEDALIA, 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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Academy of Salon Professionals
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College Vocational | 14.0 mi away | 2414 S. Limit Ave, Sedalia, MO, 65301 |
6608274500
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PETTIS COUNTY BRANCH
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 219 W THIRD ST, SEDALIA, MO, 65301 |
(660) 827-7323
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State Fair Community College
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College | 14.1 mi away | 3201 W 16th Street, Sedalia, MO, 65301-2199 |
8773117322
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SEDALIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 311 W 3RD ST, SEDALIA, MO, 65301 |
(660) 826-1314
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Saline County Career Center
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College Vocational | 16.9 mi away | SCCC Adult Education Center, 2285 S Hwy 65, Marshall, MO, 65340-1698 |
6606318781
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SWEET SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 217 TURNER STREET, SWEET SPRINGS, MO, 65351 |
(660) 335-4314
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Missouri Valley College
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College | 17.5 mi away | 500 E College St, Marshall, MO, 65340 |
6608314000
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MARSHALL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 214 N LAFAYETTE AVE, MARSHALL, MO, 65340 |
(660) 886-3391
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BOONVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 21.4 mi away | 618 MAIN ST, BOONVILLE, MO, 65233 |
(660) 882-5864
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PRICE JAMES MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 23.0 mi away | 104 E MORGAN ST, TIPTON, MO, 65018 |
(660) 433-5622
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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 SEDALIA MEM AP, MO US, located 11.6 miles from Heath Creek township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.6° | 21.2° | 29.9° | 1.53" | — |
| February | 43.8° | 25.2° | 34.5° | 1.68" | — |
| March | 55.2° | 34.5° | 44.8° | 2.49" | — |
| April | 65.4° | 44.0° | 54.7° | 3.78" | — |
| May | 74.4° | 54.2° | 64.3° | 4.68" | — |
| June | 83.2° | 63.5° | 73.4° | 4.46" | — |
| July | 87.3° | 67.4° | 77.3° | 4.52" | — |
| August | 86.5° | 65.3° | 75.9° | 2.84" | — |
| September | 78.7° | 56.9° | 67.8° | 3.01" | — |
| October | 67.1° | 45.7° | 56.4° | 3.09" | — |
| November | 53.8° | 34.9° | 44.4° | 2.45" | — |
| December | 42.8° | 25.7° | 34.3° | 1.67" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hughesville village | Village | 9.9 mi | — |
| Nelson city | City | 10.2 mi | — |
| Blackwater city | City | 10.4 mi | — |
| Pilot Grove city | City | 10.9 mi | — |
| Otterville city | City | 12.6 mi | — |
| Smithton city | City | 12.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2915931362. • 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.