ZIP Code 65462, Missouri
ZIP Code 65462 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 65462 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Dent County / Phelps County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,264. The land area covers 96.32 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,264 | ±356 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48.6 yrs | ±12.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 523 | ±145 | 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 | 638 | ±160 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 523 | ±145 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 115 | ±62 |
| Median Home Value | $121,000 | ±$37,029 |
| Median Gross Rent | $511 | ±$269 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $54,712 | ±$14,250 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,964 | ±$5,117 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.6% | ±11.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 223 | ±161 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.3% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 369 | ±123 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83% | ±30.5% |
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 DENT
GUS Population: 14,721 (2024)
ID: 129429
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSIONER
400 N MAIN ST, SALEM MO 65560-1436
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | SALEM, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ST ROBERT, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | SALEM, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LICKING, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | LICKING, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | FT LEONARD WOOD, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | EDGAR SPRINGS, MO | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | LICKING, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | FT LEONARD WOOD, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | FORT LEONARD WOOD, MO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Central College of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 17.4 mi away | 690 Missouri Avenue , Suite #3, Saint Robert, MO, 65584 |
5733363888
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LICKING BRANCH
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 126 S MAIN ST, LICKING, MO, 65542 |
(573) 674-2038
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Salem College of Hairstyling
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College Vocational | 18.4 mi away | 1051 Kings Hwy, Suite #1, Rolla, MO, 65401 |
5733683136
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NEWBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 191 MAIN ST, NEWBURG, MO, 65550 |
(573) 456-2002
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Missouri University of Science and Technology
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College | 19.3 mi away | 206 Parker Hall, 300 W.13th Street, Rolla, MO, 65409 |
5733414111
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SALEM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 403 N JACKSON ST, SALEM, MO, 65560 |
(573) 729-4331
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Waynesville Career Center
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College Vocational | 21.0 mi away | 400 G. W. Lane, Waynesville, MO, 65583 |
5738422500
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ROLLA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 900 PINE ST, ROLLA, MO, 65401 |
(573) 364-2604
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WAYNESVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 21.2 mi away | 306 HISTORIC 66 WEST, WAYNESVILLE, MO, 65583 |
(573) 774-2965
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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 SALEM 10 W, MO US, located 8.5 miles from ZCTA5 65462. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.5° | 21.0° | 31.8° | 2.58" | — |
| February | 47.4° | 24.4° | 35.9° | 2.75" | — |
| March | 57.9° | 32.0° | 45.0° | 3.88" | — |
| April | 67.8° | 42.2° | 55.0° | 4.71" | — |
| May | 75.4° | 50.9° | 63.2° | 5.31" | — |
| June | 82.8° | 59.9° | 71.4° | 4.14" | — |
| July | 87.4° | 63.1° | 75.2° | 3.68" | — |
| August | 86.4° | 61.0° | 73.7° | 3.64" | — |
| September | 79.5° | 52.7° | 66.1° | 3.36" | — |
| October | 69.2° | 41.6° | 55.4° | 3.45" | — |
| November | 56.1° | 32.5° | 44.3° | 3.95" | — |
| December | 45.5° | 24.2° | 34.9° | 2.56" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edgar Springs city | City | 1.2 mi | — |
| Licking city | City | 12.7 mi | — |
| Fort Leonard Wood CDP | CDP | 15.2 mi | — |
| Newburg city | City | 16.1 mi | — |
| Doolittle city | City | 17.8 mi | — |
| Salem city | City | 18.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 65462. • 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.