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Brandon, Missouri
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 Brandon, Missouri
Location in Missouri
Brandon, Missouri
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Benton |
| Elevation | 925 ft (282 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 660 |
| GNIS feature ID | 740689 |
Brandon is a small place in Missouri, United States. It is not a city or town with its own government. Instead, it is called an "unincorporated community." You can find Brandon in Benton County.
Where is Brandon Located?
Brandon is located in the northern part of Benton County. It is about 5.4 miles (8.7 kilometers) west of a place called Ionia. This puts it in the central part of Missouri.
How Did Brandon Get Its Name?
The community of Brandon was named after the person who originally owned the land where it was built. This was a common way for early settlements to get their names.
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