Saline township, Missouri
Saline township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Saline township is a geographic entity located in Miller County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,578. The land area covers 97.78 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,578 | ±590 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,339 | ±263 | 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 | 3,881 | ±237 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,339 | ±263 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 542 | ±186 |
| Median Home Value | $166,700 | ±$35,854 |
| Median Gross Rent | $801 | ±$95 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $48,462 | ±$6,679 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,259 | ±$2,357 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.4% | ±6.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,476 | ±548 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.1% | ±4.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,514 | ±395 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 81.7% | ±4.6% |
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 | KG-05 | JEFFERSON CITY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | RUSSELLVILLE, MO | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | ELDON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | LAKE OZARK, MO | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | ELDON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ELDON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ELDON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | ELDON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | EUGENE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | EUGENE, 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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Missouri College of Cosmetology and Esthetics
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College Vocational | 21.9 mi away | 1753 Woodclift Dr., Jefferson City, MO, 65109 |
5736354433
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MILLER COUNTY LIBRARY SERVICE CENTER - ELDON
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 308 E FIRST ST, ELDON, MO, 65026 |
(573) 392-6657
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Lincoln University
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College | 23.0 mi away | 820 Chestnut Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65101 |
5736815000
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OSAGE BEACH BRANCH
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 1064 GUTRIDGE LANE, OSAGE BEACH, MO, 65065 |
(573) 348-3283
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MONITEAU COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 18.1 mi away | 501 S. OAK ST., CALIFORNIA, MO, 65018 |
(573) 796-2642
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MORGAN COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 600 N HUNTER ST, VERSAILLES, MO, 65084 |
(573) 378-5319
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SUNRISE BEACH BRANCH
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Library | 20.6 mi away | 14156 N STATE HWY 5, SUNRISE BEACH, MO, 65079 |
(573) 374-6982
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MILLER COUNTY LIBRARY SERVICE CENTER - IBERIA
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Library | 22.7 mi away | 304 N SAINT LOUIS ST, IBERIA, MO, 65486 |
(573) 793-6746
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BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 23.4 mi away | 214 ADAMS ST, JEFFERSON CITY, MO, 65101 |
(573) 634-2464
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MISSOURI RIVER REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 23.4 mi away | 214 ADAMS ST, JEFFERSON CITY, MO, 65101 |
(573) 634-2464
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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 ELDON, MO US, located 4.0 miles from Saline township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.4° | 22.1° | 31.2° | 2.28" | — |
| February | 46.2° | 25.9° | 36.0° | 2.03" | — |
| March | 56.0° | 34.8° | 45.4° | 2.90" | — |
| April | 67.1° | 45.1° | 56.1° | 4.97" | — |
| May | 75.5° | 55.4° | 65.4° | 5.63" | — |
| June | 84.2° | 64.5° | 74.3° | 4.89" | — |
| July | 88.6° | 68.9° | 78.7° | 4.39" | — |
| August | 87.5° | 66.9° | 77.2° | 4.05" | — |
| September | 79.8° | 58.8° | 69.3° | 4.29" | — |
| October | 68.8° | 47.1° | 58.0° | 3.78" | — |
| November | 55.2° | 35.8° | 45.5° | 3.25" | — |
| December | 45.1° | 26.7° | 35.9° | 2.36" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olean town | Town | 2.9 mi | — |
| Eldon city | City | 3.7 mi | — |
| Aurora Springs CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Eugene CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Barnett city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
| Tuscumbia town | Town | 9.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2913165342. • 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.