Moniteau township, Missouri
Moniteau township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Moniteau township is a geographic entity located in Howard County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,313. The land area covers 78.89 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,313 | ±268 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 49.9 yrs | ±8.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 456 | ±101 | 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 | 542 | ±96 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 456 | ±101 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 86 | ±50 |
| Median Home Value | $328,800 | ±$32,611 |
| Median Gross Rent | $935 | ±$244 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $116,875 | ±$27,275 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,131 | ±$11,250 |
| Poverty Rate | 5% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 65 | ±42 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.9% | ±5.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 664 | ±160 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.3% | ±5% |
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 HOWARD
GUS Population: 10,150 (2024)
ID: 168739
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY COMMISSIONER
1 COURTHOUSE SQ, STE 8, FAYETTE MO 65248-1283
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | COLUMBIA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Columbia, MO | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | BOONVILLE, MO | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | BOONVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BOONVILLE, MO | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | BOONVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Columbia, MO | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 10-12 | COLUMBIA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | BOONVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | COLUMBIA, 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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Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies
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College | 8.0 mi away | 411 Central Methodist Square, Fayette, MO, 65248-1198 |
6602483391
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HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 201 S MAIN ST, FAYETTE, MO, 65248 |
(660) 248-3348
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Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
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College | 8.0 mi away | 411 Central Methodist Square, Fayette, MO, 65248-1198 |
6602483391
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BOONVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 618 MAIN ST, BOONVILLE, MO, 65233 |
(660) 882-5864
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Paul Mitchell the School-Missouri Columbia
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College Vocational | 13.0 mi away | 1101 Hutchens Drive, Columbia, MO, 65203 |
5734497527
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BOOKMOBILE JR
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 100 W BROADWAY, COLUMBIA, MO, 65203 |
(573) 443-3161
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Columbia College
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College | 15.6 mi away | 1001 Rogers Street, Columbia, MO, 65216 |
8002312391
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COLUMBIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 100 W BROADWAY, COLUMBIA, MO, 65203 |
(573) 443-3161
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University of Missouri-Columbia
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College | 15.9 mi away | 105 Jesse Hall, Columbia, MO, 65211 |
5738822121
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COMMUNITY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 100 W BROADWAY, COLUMBIA, MO, 65203 |
(573) 443-3161
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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 NEW FRANKLIN 1W, MO US, located 10.1 miles from Moniteau township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.8° | 18.3° | 28.1° | 1.98" | 2.9" |
| February | 43.0° | 22.6° | 32.8° | 2.10" | 3.7" |
| March | 54.4° | 32.4° | 43.4° | 2.93" | 0.7" |
| April | 65.2° | 42.9° | 54.0° | 4.41" | 0.1" |
| May | 74.6° | 54.0° | 64.3° | 4.87" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.2° | 63.4° | 73.3° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.2° | 67.1° | 77.2° | 4.39" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.3° | 64.8° | 75.5° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.0° | 55.9° | 67.5° | 4.10" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.5° | 43.7° | 55.6° | 3.45" | 0.0" |
| November | 54.0° | 33.1° | 43.6° | 2.70" | 0.5" |
| December | 42.4° | 23.4° | 32.9° | 1.88" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocheport city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Fayette city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
| Harrisburg town | Town | 8.1 mi | — |
| New Franklin city | City | 9.6 mi | — |
| Franklin city | City | 10.2 mi | — |
| Windsor Place village | Village | 11.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2908949232. • 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.