Orrick township, Missouri
Orrick township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Orrick township is a geographic entity located in Ray County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,206. The land area covers 42.51 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,206 | ±225 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.3 yrs | ±7.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 508 | ±82 | 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 | 562 | ±87 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 508 | ±82 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 54 | ±35 |
| Median Home Value | $190,900 | ±$26,326 |
| Median Gross Rent | $769 | ±$170 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $73,462 | ±$12,109 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,594 | ±$5,196 |
| Poverty Rate | 5% | ±3.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 60 | ±40 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 558 | ±119 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.6% | ±7.5% |
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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GUS Population: 23,199 (2024)
ID: 168765
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: RAY COUNTY CLERK
100 W MAIN ST, RICHMOND MO 64085-1755
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | INDEPENDENCE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | INDEPENDENCE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | INDEPENDENCE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BLUE SPRINGS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BLUE SPRINGS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06 | INDEPENDENCE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BLUE SPRINGS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | INDEPENDENCE, MO | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 11-12 | INDEPENDENCE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | INDEPENDENCE, 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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William Jewell College
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College | 14.8 mi away | 500 College Hill, Liberty, MO, 64068-1896 |
8164155979
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BUCKNER BRANCH
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 19 E JEFFERSON ST, BUCKNER, MO, 64016 |
(816) 650-3212
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Lex La-Ray Technical Center
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College Vocational | 15.0 mi away | 2323 High School Dr, Lexington, MO, 64067-1525 |
66025922646001
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RAY COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 215 E LEXINGTON ST, RICHMOND, MO, 64085 |
(816) 776-5104
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House of Heavilin Beauty College-Blue Springs
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College Vocational | 16.9 mi away | 2000 SW State Route 7, Blue Springs, MO, 64014 |
8162299000
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EXCELSIOR SPRINGS BRANCH
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 1460 KEARNEY RD, EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MO, 64024 |
(816) 630-6721
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Summit Salon Academy Kansas City
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College Vocational | 18.2 mi away | 815 W 23rd St S, Independence, MO, 64055 |
8162524247
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FARVIEW NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 18109 E 12TH ST N, INDEPENDENCE, MO, 64056 |
(816) 252-0951
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Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Kansas City
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College | 22.5 mi away | 4100 Raytown Road, Kansas City, MO, 64129 |
8167539920
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BLUE SPRINGS NORTH BRANCH
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 850 NW HUNTER DR, BLUE SPRINGS, MO, 64015 |
(816) 224-8772
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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 RICHMOND 3S, MO US, located 9.2 miles from Orrick township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.5° | 14.9° | 26.2° | 1.28" | — |
| February | 42.4° | 19.9° | 31.1° | 1.64" | — |
| March | 53.9° | 29.9° | 41.9° | 2.73" | — |
| April | 64.8° | 39.8° | 52.3° | 4.12" | — |
| May | 74.4° | 51.2° | 62.8° | 6.31" | — |
| June | 83.2° | 61.3° | 72.3° | 5.38" | — |
| July | 87.2° | 66.1° | 76.7° | 4.92" | — |
| August | 85.7° | 62.5° | 74.1° | 4.18" | — |
| September | 78.6° | 54.4° | 66.5° | 4.04" | — |
| October | 67.2° | 41.4° | 54.3° | 3.35" | — |
| November | 53.1° | 29.9° | 41.5° | 2.41" | — |
| December | 41.6° | 20.6° | 31.1° | 1.70" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orrick city | City | 0.8 mi | — |
| Sibley village | Village | 4.5 mi | — |
| Fleming city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Levasy city | City | 5.8 mi | — |
| Camden city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Buckner city | City | 6.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2917754956. • 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.