Mountain View, Missouri facts for kids
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Mountain View, Missouri
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Businesses along 1st Street (Route 17)
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Location of Mountain View, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Howell |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.75 sq mi (9.71 km2) |
| • Land | 3.75 sq mi (9.71 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,125 ft (343 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,533 |
| • Density | 675.65/sq mi (260.87/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
65548
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| Area code(s) | 417 |
| FIPS code | 29-50438 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395135 |
Mountain View is a city located in the northeastern part of Howell County, Missouri, in the United States. In 2020, about 2,533 people lived there.
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A Look Back: Mountain View's History
Mountain View was officially planned and laid out in 1888. It got its name because of the amazing views from its high location. A post office has been open in Mountain View since 1879.
Exploring Mountain View's Geography
Mountain View is found in the Missouri Ozarks region. It is in the northeastern part of Howell County. The city sits along US Route 60. It is about 13 miles east of Willow Springs. It is also about 11 miles west of Birch Tree. Birch Tree is in nearby Shannon County.
The city covers a total area of about 3.75 square miles (9.71 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Mountain View's Climate and Weather
The climate in Mountain View is usually described as humid continental. This means it has warm summers and relatively cold winters. Sometimes, summers can be quite hot.
The average temperature for the whole year is about 55.4°F (13°C). July is the warmest month, with an average of 77.2°F (25.1°C). January is the coldest month, averaging 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The city gets about 43.8 inches (1113 mm) of rain each year. April and May are the wettest months. January is the driest.
2024 Tornado Event
On May 26, 2024, a strong tornado hit the northern side of Mountain View. This tornado caused a lot of damage. Three houses were badly damaged. One manufactured home was completely destroyed. One person was injured during the storm.
Who Lives in Mountain View?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 552 | — | |
| 1920 | 721 | 30.6% | |
| 1930 | 783 | 8.6% | |
| 1940 | 725 | −7.4% | |
| 1950 | 892 | 23.0% | |
| 1960 | 936 | 4.9% | |
| 1970 | 1,320 | 41.0% | |
| 1980 | 1,664 | 26.1% | |
| 1990 | 2,036 | 22.4% | |
| 2000 | 2,430 | 19.4% | |
| 2010 | 2,719 | 11.9% | |
| 2020 | 2,533 | −6.8% | |
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Population in 2010
According to the census from 2010, Mountain View had 2,719 people living there. There were 1,151 households. A household is a group of people living in the same home.
The average age of people in the city was 39 years old. About 24.8% of the residents were under 18 years old. This means many kids and teens lived there. About 22.2% of the people were 65 years old or older. The city had slightly more females than males. About 54.7% of the population was female, and 45.3% was male.
Learning in Mountain View: Education
The Mountain View-Birch Tree R-III School District runs three schools in the city. These schools are:
- Mountain View Elementary School
- Liberty Middle School
- Liberty Sr. High School
Mountain View also has a branch of Southwest Baptist University. This allows people to continue their education. The city also has a public library called the Mountain View Public Library. It is a great place to borrow books and learn new things.
Famous People from Mountain View
Some well-known people have come from Mountain View:
- Jaelon Acklin: A former NFL player for the Baltimore Ravens.
- Randle Chowning: A singer-songwriter and a founding member of the band Ozark Mountain Daredevils.
- David Glass: He was a former CEO of Walmart, a very large retail company.
See also
In Spanish: Mountain View (Misuri) para niños
