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West Plains

The county seat of Howell County, Missouri. A growing community surrounded by rivers, lakes, and hiking trails.
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Welcome to West Plains

The county seat of Howell County, Missouri. A growing community surrounded by rivers, lakes, and hiking trails. Mark Twain National Forest offers plenty of opportunities for hunting, exploring, canoeing, and kayaking. It has a strong job market with healthcare, manufacturing, and retail jobs. Missouri State University offers a quality education as well as more job opportunities and entertainment with its sports programs. One of our local agents would love to connect with you and talk about all this area has to offer. Please contact us at any time. [email protected]

Overview for West Plains, MO

24,950 people live in West Plains, where the median age is 39.3 and the average individual income is $26,572. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

24,950

Total Population

39.3 years

Median Age

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$26,572

Average individual Income

Around West Plains, MO

There's plenty to do around West Plains, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

1
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
5
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Wages Brewing Company, 10/40 Coffee, and Nadine’a Homemade Icecream .

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 2.21 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.05 miles 24 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining · $$ 2.46 miles 13 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining · $$ 2.08 miles 37 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining · $ 3.05 miles 5 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 2.07 miles 23 reviews 4.8/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for West Plains, MO

West Plains has 10,118 households, with an average household size of 2.41. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in West Plains do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 24,950 people call West Plains home. The population density is 56.42 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

24,950

Total Population

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

39.3

Median Age

48.74 / 51.26%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
10,118

Total Households

2.41

Average Household Size

$26,572

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes
West Plains

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