Jefferson township, Missouri
Jefferson township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Jefferson township is a geographic entity located in Shelby County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 156. The land area covers 54.24 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | ±70 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.5 yrs | ±2.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 60 | ±26 | 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 | 60 | ±26 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 60 | ±26 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±12 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| 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 | $68,421 | ±$12,693 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,728 | ±$9,523 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.7% | ±17.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 26 | ±30 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±19.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 61 | ±29 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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 SHELBY
GUS Population: 5,926 (2024)
ID: 107574
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSIONER
PO BOX 186, SHELBYVILLE MO 63469-0186
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | MACON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | HOLLIDAY, MO | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | MACON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | MACON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | MACON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | MACON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MADISON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | MADISON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | SHELBYVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | SHELBYVILLE, MO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Moberly Area Community College
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College | 20.8 mi away | 101 College Ave, Moberly, MO, 65270-1304 |
660263410011208
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CLARENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 200 E BEECH ST, CLARENCE, MO, 63437 |
(660) 699-3310
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Central Christian College of the Bible
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College | 21.4 mi away | 911 E Urbandale Dr, Moberly, MO, 65270-1997 |
6602633900110
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CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 102 N CENTER ST, SHELBINA, MO, 63468 |
(573) 588-2271
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MACON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 210 N RUTHERFORD ST, MACON, MO, 63552 |
(660) 385-3314
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ATTERBURY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 113 E BROADWAY ST, MADISON, MO, 65263 |
(660) 263-4426
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DULANY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 101 N MAIN ST, PARIS, MO, 65275 |
(660) 263-4426
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LITTLE DIXIE REGIONAL LIBRARIES
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 111 N FOURTH ST, MOBERLY, MO, 65270 |
(660) 263-4426
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HUNTSVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 22.7 mi away | 102 E LIBRARY ST, HUNTSVILLE, MO, 65259 |
(660) 263-4426
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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 SHELBINA, MO US, located 10.4 miles from Jefferson township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.7° | 17.1° | 26.4° | 1.77" | 5.7" |
| February | 40.9° | 20.8° | 30.8° | 2.06" | 3.9" |
| March | 52.7° | 30.6° | 41.6° | 2.88" | 1.7" |
| April | 64.4° | 41.0° | 52.7° | 4.25" | 0.3" |
| May | 73.7° | 52.3° | 63.0° | 5.26" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.9° | 61.9° | 72.4° | 5.29" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.6° | 65.6° | 76.1° | 4.53" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.0° | 62.9° | 73.9° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.8° | 53.9° | 66.3° | 3.90" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.8° | 42.7° | 54.8° | 3.29" | 0.0" |
| November | 52.4° | 31.2° | 41.8° | 2.64" | 0.9" |
| December | 40.2° | 22.5° | 31.4° | 1.99" | 3.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarence city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Shelbina city | City | 10.8 mi | — |
| Excello CDP | CDP | 12.6 mi | — |
| Macon city | City | 13.2 mi | — |
| Madison city | City | 13.6 mi | — |
| Holliday village | Village | 13.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2920536985. • 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.