Livingston County, Missouri facts for kids
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Livingston County
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Livingston County courthouse in Chillicothe
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Location within the U.S. state of Missouri
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Missouri |
| Founded | January 6, 1837 |
| Named for | Edward Livingston |
| Seat | Chillicothe |
| Largest city | Chillicothe |
| Area | |
| • Total | 539 sq mi (1,400 km2) |
| • Land | 532 sq mi (1,380 km2) |
| • Water | 6.2 sq mi (16 km2) 1.2% |
| Population
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| • Total | 14,557 |
| • Density | 27.007/sq mi (10.428/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| Congressional district | 6th |
Livingston County is a county in the northwestern part of Missouri, a state in the United States. In 2020, about 14,557 people lived here. The main city and government center is Chillicothe. The county was started on January 6, 1837. It was named after Edward Livingston, who was a very important person in the U.S. government, serving as the Secretary of State.
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Exploring Livingston County's Geography
Livingston County covers a total area of about 539 square miles. Most of this area, about 532 square miles, is land. The rest, about 6.2 square miles, is water. This means water makes up about 1.2% of the county's total size.
Neighboring Counties Around Livingston
Livingston County shares its borders with several other counties. Knowing these helps you understand where it is located on a map.
- Grundy County is to the north.
- Linn County is to the east.
- Chariton County is to the southeast.
- Carroll County is to the south.
- Caldwell County is to the southwest.
- Daviess County is to the northwest.
Main Roads and Highways in the County
Important roads help people travel through Livingston County. These highways connect the county to other parts of Missouri and beyond.
U.S. Route 36
U.S. Route 65
Route 190
Understanding Livingston County's Population
The number of people living in Livingston County has changed over time. The U.S. Census Bureau counts the population every ten years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1840 | 4,325 | — | |
| 1850 | 4,247 | −1.8% | |
| 1860 | 7,417 | 74.6% | |
| 1870 | 16,730 | 125.6% | |
| 1880 | 20,196 | 20.7% | |
| 1890 | 20,668 | 2.3% | |
| 1900 | 22,302 | 7.9% | |
| 1910 | 19,453 | −12.8% | |
| 1920 | 18,857 | −3.1% | |
| 1930 | 18,615 | −1.3% | |
| 1940 | 18,000 | −3.3% | |
| 1950 | 16,532 | −8.2% | |
| 1960 | 15,771 | −4.6% | |
| 1970 | 15,368 | −2.6% | |
| 1980 | 15,739 | 2.4% | |
| 1990 | 14,592 | −7.3% | |
| 2000 | 14,588 | 0.0% | |
| 2010 | 15,195 | 4.2% | |
| 2020 | 14,557 | −4.2% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 1790-1960 1900-1990 1990-2000 2010-2015 |
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In 2010, there were 15,195 people living in the county. About 5,871 homes were counted. The county had about 28 people per square mile. Most people in the county were White (about 95.39%). A smaller number were Black or African American (2.42%). Other groups included Native American, Asian, and people of two or more races. About 1.19% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many homes (about 51.29%) were married couples living together. About 29.59% of homes had children under 18. The average age in the county was 41 years old.
2020 Census: A Closer Look at the Population
The 2020 census showed some changes in Livingston County's population.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 13,368 | 92% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 315 | 2.16% |
| Native American (not Hispanic) | 47 | 0.32% |
| Asian (not Hispanic) | 87 | 0.6% |
| Pacific Islander (not Hispanic) | 5 | 0.03% |
| Other/Mixed (not Hispanic) | 496 | 3.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 239 | 1.64% |
Learning and Education in Livingston County
Education is important in Livingston County. There are public and private schools, plus a public library.
Public Schools for All Ages
Most students in Livingston County attend public schools. These schools are part of different districts.
- Chillicothe R-II School District in Chillicothe:
- Chillicothe Early Learning Center (Pre-Kindergarten)
- Chillicothe Elementary School (Kindergarten to 5th grade)
- Chillicothe Middle School (6th to 8th grade)
- Chillicothe High School (9th to 12th grade)
- Grand River Technical School (offers technical training)
- Livingston County R-III School District in Chula:
- Livingston County Elementary School (Pre-Kindergarten to 8th grade)
- Southwest Livingston County R-I School District in Ludlow:
- Southwest Livingston County Elementary School (Pre-Kindergarten to 6th grade)
- Southwest Livingston County High School (7th to 12th grade)
Private Schools for Different Choices
Some families choose private education.
- Bishop Hogan Memorial School in Chillicothe (Kindergarten to 9th grade) is a Roman Catholic school.
Public Libraries for Reading and Research
The Livingston County Library is a great place for everyone to find books, learn new things, and do research.
Towns and Communities in Livingston County
Livingston County has several cities, villages, and other smaller communities.
Cities in Livingston County
- Chillicothe (This is the county seat, where the main government offices are.)
- Chula
- Wheeling
Villages in the County
Census-Designated Place
- Dawn is a community that the census bureau counts as a specific place, but it's not officially a city or village.
Other Small Communities
Famous People from Livingston County
Many interesting people have come from Livingston County, making contributions in different fields.
- Bower Slack Broaddus: A U.S. Federal Judge.
- Courtney W. Campbell: Served as a U.S. Representative for Florida.
- Claude B. Hutchison: A botanist, professor, and even the Mayor of Berkeley, California.
- Mike Lair: A Missouri State Representative and a former teacher.
- Jerry Litton: Served as a U.S. Representative for Missouri.
- Charles H. Mansur: Served as a U.S. Representative for Missouri.
- Shirley Collie Nelson: A country music artist and actress.
- Henry Moses Pollard: Served as a U.S. Representative for Missouri.
- John Quinn: A Missouri State Representative.
- William Y. Slack: A brigadier general and politician.
- Clarence Edwin Watkins: A publisher.
Images for kids
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Livingston County courthouse in Chillicothe
See also
In Spanish: Condado de Livingston (Misuri) para niños
