Hannibal, Missouri micropolitan area facts for kids
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Hannibal, MO
Hannibal, Missouri Micropolitan Statistical Area
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Mark Twain's boyhood home in Hannibal
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Illinois Missouri |
| Principal city | Quincy, Illinois |
| Largest city | Hannibal, Missouri |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
The Hannibal Micropolitan Statistical Area is a special area defined by the United States Census Bureau. Think of it as a group of counties that are closely connected to a main city. This area includes two counties in northeast Missouri: Marion and Ralls. The city of Hannibal is the most important city in this area.
In 2000, about 37,915 people lived in this area. By 2010, the population had grown slightly to 38,948 people.
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Counties in the Area
The Hannibal Micropolitan Statistical Area is made up of these two counties:
Communities and Towns
This area has several towns and communities, ranging from larger cities to smaller villages.
Major Cities
- Hannibal: This is the main city in the area. It had a population of 17,916 people.
Smaller Towns
Several other towns have populations between 1,000 and 5,000 people:
- Palmyra: About 3,954 people live here.
- Vandalia: This town has about 3,899 residents.
- Monroe City: Around 2,531 people call this town home.
Some towns are even smaller, with less than 1,000 people:
- New London: Population 974.
- Perry: Population 693.
- Center: Population 508.
- Rennselaer: Population 228.
Unincorporated Places
Some places are "unincorporated," meaning they are not officially part of a city or town. They are governed by the county. These include:
Who Lives Here?
In 2000, there were 37,915 people living in the Hannibal Micropolitan Statistical Area. There were about 14,802 households and 10,307 families.
The average income for a household in this area was about $34,434 per year. For families, the average income was around $41,623. On average, males earned about $29,537, while females earned about $20,415. The average income per person in the area was $16,710.
