Highland township, Missouri
Highland township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Highland township is a geographic entity located in Oregon County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 476. The land area covers 52.83 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 476 | ±239 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 63.8 yrs | ±3.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 242 | ±143 | 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 | 265 | ±144 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 242 | ±143 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 23 | ±34 |
| Median Home Value | $94,400 | ±$3,849 |
| 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 | $19,645 | ±$7,460 |
| Per Capita Income | $18,051 | ±$6,451 |
| Poverty Rate | 54.6% | ±37.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 260 | ±220 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±7.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 154 | ±69 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 41.7% | ±30.2% |
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 OREGON
GUS Population: 8,699 (2024)
ID: 168756
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSIONER
PO BOX 324, ALTON MO 65606-0324
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Alton, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Alton, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | WEST PLAINS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | WEST PLAINS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | KOSHKONONG, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | KOSHKONONG, MO | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | WEST PLAINS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | THAYER, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | THAYER, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | WEST PLAINS, 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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Missouri State University-West Plains
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College | 14.9 mi away | 128 Garfield Avenue, West Plains, MO, 65775-2715 |
4172557255
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THOMASVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 132 OLD STREET, BIRCH TREE, MO, 65438 |
(417) 764-3603
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Southern Missouri Technical Institute
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College Vocational | 14.9 mi away | 407 W. Thornburgh, West Plains, MO, 65775 |
4172566152
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KOSHKONONG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 302 DIGGINS STREET, KOSHKONONG, MO, 65692 |
(417) 867-5472
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ALTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 20 COURT SQUARE, ALTON, MO, 65606 |
(417) 778-6414
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THAYER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 121 N 2ND ST, THAYER, MO, 65791 |
(417) 264-3091
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WEST PLAINS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 750 W BROADWAY ST, WEST PLAINS, MO, 65775 |
(417) 256-4775
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FULTON COUNTY LIBRARY- MAMMOTH SPRING
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 325 MAIN STREET, MAMMOTH SPRING, AR, 72554 |
(870) 625-3205
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MOUNTAIN VIEW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 125 S OAK ST, MOUNTAIN VIEW, MO, 65548 |
(417) 934-6154
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MYRTLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.8 mi away | 9040 V HIGHWAY, MYRTLE, MO, 65778 |
(417) 938-4350
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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 ALTON, MO US, located 10.7 miles from Highland township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.8° | 22.4° | 33.1° | 2.96" | 1.7" |
| February | 48.6° | 25.1° | 36.9° | 3.39" | 0.8" |
| March | 58.3° | 33.7° | 46.0° | 4.45" | 0.9" |
| April | 68.7° | 43.2° | 56.0° | 4.66" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.8° | 53.1° | 64.5° | 5.57" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.0° | 61.7° | 73.4° | 3.31" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.3° | 65.9° | 77.1° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.1° | 64.2° | 76.1° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.8° | 55.4° | 68.1° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.2° | 42.8° | 56.5° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.7° | 33.2° | 45.0° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| December | 45.9° | 25.7° | 35.8° | 3.29" | 0.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomasville CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Brandsville city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
| Koshkonong town | Town | 8.6 mi | — |
| Alton city | City | 11.1 mi | — |
| Thayer city | City | 13.5 mi | — |
| Mammoth Spring city | City | 15.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2914932032. • 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.