Polk township, Missouri
Polk township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Polk township is a geographic entity located in Ray County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,720. The land area covers 56.21 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,720 | ±417 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.7 yrs | ±2.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,615 | ±160 | 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 | 1,726 | ±150 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,615 | ±160 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 111 | ±68 |
| Median Home Value | $266,000 | ±$38,130 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,030 | ±$205 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $86,926 | ±$11,333 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,449 | ±$14,374 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.7% | ±4.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 500 | ±205 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.1% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,323 | ±249 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.1% | ±3.1% |
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 | PK-05 | EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | COWGILL, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | RICHMOND, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | KEARNEY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MO | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 11-12 | EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MO | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 10-12 | EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, 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 | 21.2 mi away | 500 College Hill, Liberty, MO, 64068-1896 |
8164155979
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EXCELSIOR SPRINGS BRANCH
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 1460 KEARNEY RD, EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MO, 64024 |
(816) 630-6721
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CALDWELL COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 275 S. WASHINGTON, KINGSTON, MO, 64650 |
(816) 586-2220
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KEARNEY BRANCH
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 100 S PLATTE-CLAY WAY, KEARNEY, MO, 64060 |
(816) 628-5055
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RAY COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.9 mi away | 215 E LEXINGTON ST, RICHMOND, MO, 64085 |
(816) 776-5104
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CAMERON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 312 N CHESTNUT ST, CAMERON, MO, 64429 |
(816) 632-2311
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HAMILTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 312 N DAVIS ST, HAMILTON, MO, 64644 |
(816) 583-4832
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WOODNEATH LIBRARY CENTER
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 8900 NE FLINTLOCK RD, KANSAS CITY, MO, 64157 |
(816) 883-4900
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BUCKNER BRANCH
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Library | 23.3 mi away | 19 E JEFFERSON ST, BUCKNER, MO, 64016 |
(816) 650-3212
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WITHERS BRANCH
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Library | 23.4 mi away | 1665 S WITHERS RD, LIBERTY, MO, 64068 |
(816) 781-9240
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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 KEARNEY 3E, MO US, located 12.4 miles from Polk township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.1° | 17.2° | 27.6° | 1.27" | 5.0" |
| February | 43.3° | 20.8° | 32.0° | 1.55" | 6.5" |
| March | 54.9° | 31.2° | 43.1° | 2.48" | 2.0" |
| April | 65.9° | 41.2° | 53.5° | 4.07" | 0.1" |
| May | 75.1° | 52.5° | 63.8° | 5.23" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.0° | 62.9° | 73.4° | 5.22" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.0° | 66.9° | 77.5° | 5.41" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.3° | 64.4° | 75.8° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.6° | 55.3° | 67.5° | 4.91" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.1° | 42.8° | 55.5° | 3.25" | 0.3" |
| November | 54.6° | 31.2° | 42.9° | 2.11" | 0.9" |
| December | 42.1° | 21.8° | 32.0° | 1.68" | 4.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmira village | Village | 2.9 mi | — |
| Lawson city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Vibbard CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Excelsior Estates village | Village | 6.6 mi | — |
| Crystal Lakes city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
| Polo city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2917758844. • 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.