Rolla township, Missouri
Rolla township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Rolla township is a geographic entity located in Phelps County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 17,164. The land area covers 36.13 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,164 | ±659 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 28.2 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,603 | ±374 | 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 | 7,740 | ±434 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,603 | ±374 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,137 | ±275 |
| Median Home Value | $192,900 | ±$25,510 |
| Median Gross Rent | $747 | ±$64 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $45,762 | ±$5,194 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,122 | ±$1,764 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.2% | ±3.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,554 | ±504 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,073 | ±501 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.9% | ±1.7% |
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: 45,672 (2024)
ID: 168760
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PHELPS COUNTY CLERK
200 N MAIN ST, STE 102, ROLLA MO 65401-3070
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | ROLLA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | ROLLA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | SALEM, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | ROLLA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ST JAMES, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | ROLLA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | NEWBURG, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | NEWBURG, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | EDGAR SPRINGS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | ROLLA, 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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Salem College of Hairstyling
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College Vocational | 2.4 mi away | 1051 Kings Hwy, Suite #1, Rolla, MO, 65401 |
5733683136
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ROLLA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 900 PINE ST, ROLLA, MO, 65401 |
(573) 364-2604
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Missouri University of Science and Technology
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College | 3.4 mi away | 206 Parker Hall, 300 W.13th Street, Rolla, MO, 65409 |
5733414111
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NEWBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 191 MAIN ST, NEWBURG, MO, 65550 |
(573) 456-2002
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Central College of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 19.5 mi away | 690 Missouri Avenue , Suite #3, Saint Robert, MO, 65584 |
5733363888
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JAMES MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 300 W SCIOTO ST, ST. JAMES, MO, 65559 |
(573) 265-7211
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Waynesville Career Center
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College Vocational | 23.0 mi away | 400 G. W. Lane, Waynesville, MO, 65583 |
5738422500
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MARIES COUNTY LIBRARY SERVICE CENTER - VIENNA
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 315 THIRD ST, VIENNA, MO, 65582 |
(573) 422-9866
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WAYNESVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 306 HISTORIC 66 WEST, WAYNESVILLE, MO, 65583 |
(573) 774-2965
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SALEM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.2 mi away | 403 N JACKSON ST, SALEM, MO, 65560 |
(573) 729-4331
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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 ROLLA MISSOURI S&T, MO US, located 3.4 miles from Rolla township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.9° | 22.4° | 31.7° | 2.73" | 5.6" |
| February | 46.1° | 26.2° | 36.1° | 2.49" | 4.1" |
| March | 56.0° | 34.8° | 45.4° | 4.14" | 2.6" |
| April | 67.2° | 45.4° | 56.3° | 4.90" | 0.2" |
| May | 75.9° | 55.7° | 65.8° | 5.48" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.1° | 64.6° | 74.3° | 4.37" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.9° | 68.7° | 78.8° | 4.74" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.1° | 67.1° | 77.6° | 4.52" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.4° | 58.9° | 69.6° | 4.00" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.1° | 47.3° | 58.2° | 3.26" | 0.1" |
| November | 55.7° | 36.4° | 46.0° | 3.92" | 1.3" |
| December | 44.8° | 27.2° | 36.0° | 2.83" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rolla city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Doolittle city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Newburg city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| St. James city | City | 12.4 mi | — |
| Edgar Springs city | City | 15.2 mi | — |
| Dixon city | City | 16.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2916162930. • 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.