Scopus township, Missouri
Scopus township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Scopus township is a geographic entity located in Bollinger County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,221. The land area covers 62.45 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,221 | ±355 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 52.5 yrs | ±5.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 420 | ±150 | 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 | 451 | ±155 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 420 | ±150 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 31 | ±36 |
| Median Home Value | $188,200 | ±$73,036 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $76,429 | ±$37,214 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,111 | ±$6,376 |
| Poverty Rate | 10% | ±2.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 122 | ±46 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 547 | ±218 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77.1% | ±11.9% |
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 BOLLINGER
GUS Population: 10,610 (2024)
ID: 193622
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
204 HIGH ST, STE 5, MARBLE HILL MO 63764-9149
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | JACKSON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | JACKSON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LEOPOLD, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | LEOPOLD, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | MARQUAND, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | MARQUAND, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PATTON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PATTON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | PATTON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | OAK RIDGE, 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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Renaissance Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 21.8 mi away | 268 South Mount Auburn Road, Cape Girardeau, MO, 63703-4918 |
5738031649
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BOLLINGER COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 207 MAYFIELD DR., MARBLE HILL, MO, 63764 |
(573) 238-2713
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Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center
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College | 22.9 mi away | 1080 S. Silver Springs Rd., Cape Girardeau, MO, 63703-7511 |
57333408266551
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RIVERSIDE REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 1997 E JACKSON BLVD, JACKSON, MO, 63755 |
(573) 243-8141
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Trend Setters School
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College Vocational | 23.0 mi away | 835 South Kings Highway, Cape Girardeau, MO, 63703-7607 |
5733359977
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PERRYVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 800 CITY PARK DR STE A, PERRYVILLE, MO, 63775 |
(573) 547-6508
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Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences
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College | 23.0 mi away | 2001 William Street, Cape Girardeau, MO, 63703-4507 |
57333468252202
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FREDERICKTOWN BRANCH
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 115 S MAIN ST, FREDERICKTOWN, MO, 63645 |
(573) 783-2120
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Southeast Missouri State University
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College | 23.5 mi away | One University Plaza, MS2025, Cape Girardeau, MO, 63701 |
5736512000
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MUNICIPAL LIBRARY DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 711 N CLARK ST, CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO, 63701 |
(573) 334-5279
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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 MARBLE HILL, MO US, located 9.2 miles from Scopus township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.5° | 25.3° | 35.4° | 3.32" | — |
| February | 51.1° | 28.6° | 39.9° | 3.33" | — |
| March | 60.7° | 36.4° | 48.6° | 4.83" | — |
| April | 71.7° | 46.1° | 58.9° | 5.75" | — |
| May | 78.5° | 55.5° | 67.0° | 5.65" | — |
| June | 86.4° | 63.8° | 75.1° | 4.04" | — |
| July | 89.5° | 67.7° | 78.6° | 4.46" | — |
| August | 89.0° | 66.0° | 77.5° | 3.90" | — |
| September | 83.2° | 57.9° | 70.5° | 3.59" | — |
| October | 72.9° | 46.0° | 59.5° | 4.14" | — |
| November | 58.8° | 36.0° | 47.4° | 4.83" | — |
| December | 48.5° | 28.7° | 38.6° | 4.03" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedgewickville village | Village | 5.7 mi | — |
| Millersville CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
| Burfordville CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| Marble Hill city | City | 9.5 mi | — |
| Glen Allen town | Town | 9.7 mi | — |
| Oak Ridge town | Town | 11.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2901766314. • 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.