Walker township, Missouri
Walker township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Walker township is a geographic entity located in Moniteau County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,051. The land area covers 106.81 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,051 | ±302 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.7 yrs | ±3.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,079 | ±158 | 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 | 3,251 | ±133 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,079 | ±158 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 172 | ±100 |
| Median Home Value | $172,000 | ±$11,599 |
| Median Gross Rent | $757 | ±$79 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $67,179 | ±$8,659 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,255 | ±$1,849 |
| Poverty Rate | 8% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 553 | ±217 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,682 | ±307 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.9% | ±4% |
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 MONITEAU
GUS Population: 15,294 (2024)
ID: 168752
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDING COMMISSIONER
200 E MAIN ST, CALIFORNIA MO 65018-1675
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | CALIFORNIA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CALIFORNIA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | CALIFORNIA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | JEFFERSON CITY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | CLARKSBURG, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | RUSSELLVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | HIGH POINT, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | JAMESTOWN, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | JAMESTOWN, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | LATHAM, 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 | 17.8 mi away | 1753 Woodclift Dr., Jefferson City, MO, 65109 |
5736354433
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MONITEAU COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 501 S. OAK ST., CALIFORNIA, MO, 65018 |
(573) 796-2642
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Lincoln University
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College | 19.6 mi away | 820 Chestnut Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65101 |
5736815000
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PRICE JAMES MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 104 E MORGAN ST, TIPTON, MO, 65018 |
(660) 433-5622
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University of Missouri-Columbia
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College | 22.1 mi away | 105 Jesse Hall, Columbia, MO, 65211 |
5738822121
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SOUTHERN BOONE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 109 N. MAIN STREET, ASHLAND, MO, 65010 |
(573) 657-7378
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University of Missouri-System Office
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College | 22.1 mi away | 105 Jesse Hall, Columbia, MO, 65211 |
5738822011
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BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 214 ADAMS ST, JEFFERSON CITY, MO, 65101 |
(573) 634-2464
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Paul Mitchell the School-Missouri Columbia
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College Vocational | 22.6 mi away | 1101 Hutchens Drive, Columbia, MO, 65203 |
5734497527
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MISSOURI RIVER REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 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 CALIFORNIA, MO US, located 3.3 miles from Walker township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.8° | 19.7° | 29.8° | 2.01" | 3.3" |
| February | 45.1° | 23.9° | 34.5° | 2.31" | 1.8" |
| March | 55.3° | 33.4° | 44.4° | 2.97" | 0.7" |
| April | 66.0° | 43.5° | 54.8° | 4.90" | 0.0" |
| May | 74.9° | 54.3° | 64.6° | 4.98" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.5° | 63.3° | 73.4° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.8° | 67.4° | 77.6° | 4.71" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.1° | 65.7° | 76.4° | 3.88" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.8° | 57.2° | 68.5° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.2° | 45.2° | 56.7° | 3.78" | 0.0" |
| November | 54.8° | 34.2° | 44.5° | 3.17" | 0.4" |
| December | 43.8° | 24.9° | 34.3° | 1.92" | 3.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| California city | City | 3.6 mi | — |
| Centertown town | Town | 6.0 mi | — |
| Jamestown town | Town | 7.9 mi | — |
| Clarksburg city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
| St. Martins city | City | 10.3 mi | — |
| Russellville city | City | 10.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2913576642. • 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.