ZIP Code 65778, Missouri
ZIP Code 65778 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 65778 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Oregon County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 430. The land area covers 36.06 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | ±191 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 31.4 yrs | ±17.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 195 | ±74 | 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 | 305 | ±84 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 195 | ±74 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 110 | ±49 |
| Median Home Value | $156,900 | ±$29,342 |
| Median Gross Rent | $637 | ±$592 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $23,669 | ±$7,593 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,514 | ±$10,945 |
| Poverty Rate | 28.1% | ±15.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 121 | ±86 |
| Unemployment Rate | 15.1% | ±17.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 163 | ±91 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.3% | ±11.2% |
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 OREGON
GUS Population: 8,699 (2024)
ID: 168756
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSIONER
PO BOX 324, ALTON MO 65606-0324
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Education
Listing 9 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Alton, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Alton, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MYRTLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | MYRTLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MAMMOTH SPRING AR, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | MAMMOTH SPRING, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | GATEWOOD, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | THAYER, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | THAYER, MO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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MYRTLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 9040 V HIGHWAY, MYRTLE, MO, 65778 |
(417) 938-4350
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ALTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 20 COURT SQUARE, ALTON, MO, 65606 |
(417) 778-6414
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THAYER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 121 N 2ND ST, THAYER, MO, 65791 |
(417) 264-3091
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FULTON COUNTY LIBRARY- MAMMOTH SPRING
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 325 MAIN STREET, MAMMOTH SPRING, AR, 72554 |
(870) 625-3205
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SHARP COUNTY LIBRARY-WILLIFORD
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 6301 HWY 63, WILLIFORD, AR, 72482 |
(870) 966-4227
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SHARP COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.0 mi away | 201 CHURCH STREET, HARDY, AR, 72542 |
(870) 856-3934
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KOSHKONONG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.2 mi away | 302 DIGGINS STREET, KOSHKONONG, MO, 65692 |
(417) 867-5472
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THOMASVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.0 mi away | 132 OLD STREET, BIRCH TREE, MO, 65438 |
(417) 764-3603
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BOBBIE JEAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 23.5 mi away | 102 HENDRIX ST., IMBODEN, AR, 72434 |
(870) 869-2093
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RANDOLPH COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 25.0 mi away | 111 WEST EVERETT ST., POCAHONTAS, AR, 72455 |
(870) 892-5617
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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 ALTON, MO US, located 13.2 miles from ZCTA5 65778. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.8° | 22.4° | 33.1° | 2.96" | 1.7" |
| February | 48.6° | 25.1° | 36.9° | 3.39" | 0.8" |
| March | 58.3° | 33.7° | 46.0° | 4.45" | 0.9" |
| April | 68.7° | 43.2° | 56.0° | 4.66" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.8° | 53.1° | 64.5° | 5.57" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.0° | 61.7° | 73.4° | 3.31" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.3° | 65.9° | 77.1° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.1° | 64.2° | 76.1° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.8° | 55.4° | 68.1° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.2° | 42.8° | 56.5° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.7° | 33.2° | 45.0° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| December | 45.9° | 25.7° | 35.8° | 3.29" | 0.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warm Springs CDP | CDP | 12.8 mi | — |
| Alton city | City | 12.9 mi | — |
| Thayer city | City | 15.0 mi | — |
| Mammoth Spring city | City | 15.2 mi | — |
| Ravenden Springs town | Town | 15.3 mi | — |
| Ozark Acres CDP | CDP | 17.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 65778. • 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.