Richwoods township, Missouri
Richwoods township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Richwoods township is a geographic entity located in Miller County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,741. The land area covers 119.31 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,741 | ±443 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50.5 yrs | ±13 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,091 | ±153 | 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 | 1,385 | ±161 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,091 | ±153 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 294 | ±142 |
| Median Home Value | $165,700 | ±$19,444 |
| Median Gross Rent | $553 | ±$118 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $71,180 | ±$13,459 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,144 | ±$5,303 |
| Poverty Rate | 9% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 245 | ±103 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.8% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,317 | ±271 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78.3% | ±10.3% |
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 MILLER
GUS Population: 25,668 (2024)
ID: 107564
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF DEPUTY CLERK
PO BOX 12, TUSCUMBIA MO 65082-0012
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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 | CROCKER, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | CROCKER, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | DIXON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | DIXON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | DIXON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | IBERIA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | IBERIA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | TUSCUMBIA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ST ELIZABETH, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | ST ELIZABETH, 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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Waynesville Career Center
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College Vocational | 19.8 mi away | 400 G. W. Lane, Waynesville, MO, 65583 |
5738422500
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MILLER COUNTY LIBRARY SERVICE CENTER - IBERIA
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Library | 0.0 mi away | 304 N SAINT LOUIS ST, IBERIA, MO, 65486 |
(573) 793-6746
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Central College of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 21.3 mi away | 690 Missouri Avenue , Suite #3, Saint Robert, MO, 65584 |
5733363888
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CROCKER LIBRARY
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 602 N COMMERCIAL, CROCKER, MO, 65452 |
(573) 736-5592
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RICHLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 111 W CAMDEN AVE, RICHLAND, MO, 65556 |
(573) 993-4355
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OSAGE BEACH BRANCH
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 1064 GUTRIDGE LANE, OSAGE BEACH, MO, 65065 |
(573) 348-3283
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WAYNESVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 18.9 mi away | 306 HISTORIC 66 WEST, WAYNESVILLE, MO, 65583 |
(573) 774-2965
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MARIES COUNTY LIBRARY SERVICE CENTER - VIENNA
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 315 THIRD ST, VIENNA, MO, 65582 |
(573) 422-9866
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STOUTLAND BRANCH
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Library | 22.7 mi away | 132 STARLING DRIVE, STOUTLAND, MO, 65567 |
(417) 286-3611
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MILLER COUNTY LIBRARY SERVICE CENTER - ELDON
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Library | 23.7 mi away | 308 E FIRST ST, ELDON, MO, 65026 |
(573) 392-6657
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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 IBERIA, MO US, located 1.1 miles from Richwoods township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.1° | 20.7° | 30.9° | 2.40" | 2.9" |
| February | 46.5° | 24.8° | 35.7° | 2.21" | 2.3" |
| March | 56.3° | 33.7° | 45.0° | 3.32" | 0.6" |
| April | 66.9° | 43.7° | 55.3° | 4.79" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.2° | 54.6° | 64.9° | 4.93" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.1° | 63.5° | 73.3° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.9° | 67.5° | 77.7° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.2° | 65.8° | 76.5° | 3.69" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.8° | 56.7° | 68.3° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.0° | 46.1° | 57.6° | 3.34" | 0.0" |
| November | 55.6° | 34.6° | 45.1° | 3.64" | 0.4" |
| December | 44.7° | 25.9° | 35.3° | 2.64" | 1.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iberia city | City | 0.2 mi | — |
| Crocker city | City | 10.0 mi | — |
| Brumley town | Town | 10.4 mi | — |
| St. Elizabeth village | Village | 11.5 mi | — |
| Dixon city | City | 12.6 mi | — |
| Tuscumbia town | Town | 13.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2913161778. • 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.