ZIP Code 65281, Missouri
ZIP Code 65281 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 65281 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Chariton County / Howard County / Randolph County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,030. The land area covers 195.65 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,030 | ±292 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs | ±4.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,099 | ±108 | 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 | 1,396 | ±105 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,099 | ±108 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 297 | ±80 |
| Median Home Value | $185,300 | ±$31,628 |
| Median Gross Rent | $729 | ±$45 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $73,705 | ±$5,059 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,470 | ±$3,585 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.4% | ±3.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 271 | ±107 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.4% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,405 | ±194 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.4% | ±5.3% |
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 CHARITON
GUS Population: 7,397 (2024)
ID: 202054
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
306 S CHERRY ST, KEYTESVILLE MO 65261-1026
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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 | HIGBEE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | HIGBEE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | KEYTESVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | KEYTESVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | SALISBURY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | SALISBURY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HUNTSVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | HUNTSVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CLIFTON HILL, MO | |
| 2 Nearby | 2-13 | SALISBURY, 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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Moberly Area Community College
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College | 18.1 mi away | 101 College Ave, Moberly, MO, 65270-1304 |
660263410011208
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DULANY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 501 S BROADWAY, SALISBURY, MO, 65281 |
(660) 388-5712
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Central Christian College of the Bible
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College | 19.9 mi away | 911 E Urbandale Dr, Moberly, MO, 65270-1997 |
6602633900110
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HUNTSVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 102 E LIBRARY ST, HUNTSVILLE, MO, 65259 |
(660) 263-4426
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Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies
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College | 22.5 mi away | 411 Central Methodist Square, Fayette, MO, 65248-1198 |
6602483391
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LEWIS LIBRARY OF GLASGOW
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 315 MARKET ST, GLASGOW, MO, 65254 |
(660) 338-2395
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Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
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College | 22.5 mi away | 411 Central Methodist Square, Fayette, MO, 65248-1198 |
6602483391
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LITTLE DIXIE REGIONAL LIBRARIES
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Library | 18.8 mi away | 111 N FOURTH ST, MOBERLY, MO, 65270 |
(660) 263-4426
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MARCELINE CARNEGIE LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 119 E CALIFORNIA AVE, MARCELINE, MO, 64658 |
(660) 376-3223
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SLATER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 201 N MAIN ST, SLATER, MO, 65349 |
(660) 529-3100
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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 SALISBURY, MO US, located 3.1 miles from ZCTA5 65281. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.1° | 18.3° | 27.7° | 1.52" | — |
| February | 42.5° | 22.3° | 32.4° | 1.84" | — |
| March | 53.9° | 32.1° | 43.0° | 2.79" | — |
| April | 65.1° | 42.6° | 53.8° | 4.04" | — |
| May | 75.0° | 53.7° | 64.4° | 5.15" | — |
| June | 83.9° | 63.6° | 73.8° | 5.54" | — |
| July | 87.8° | 67.1° | 77.4° | 4.21" | — |
| August | 86.7° | 64.8° | 75.8° | 3.64" | — |
| September | 80.0° | 55.9° | 68.0° | 3.73" | — |
| October | 68.0° | 44.0° | 56.0° | 3.49" | — |
| November | 53.9° | 32.9° | 43.4° | 2.43" | — |
| December | 41.9° | 23.7° | 32.8° | 1.64" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salisbury city | City | 3.1 mi | — |
| Prairie Hill CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| Clifton Hill city | City | 6.9 mi | — |
| Keytesville city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
| Dalton town | Town | 11.9 mi | — |
| Huntsville city | City | 13.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 65281. • 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.