Worth, Missouri facts for kids
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Worth, Missouri
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Location of Worth, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Worth |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.25 sq mi (0.65 km2) |
| • Land | 0.25 sq mi (0.65 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 945 ft (288 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 65 |
| • Density | 257.94/sq mi (99.40/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
64499
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| Area code(s) | 660 |
| FIPS code | 29-81070 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2399743 |
Worth is a small village located in Worth County, Missouri, in the United States. It's a quiet place with a close-knit community. In 2020, about 65 people lived there.
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A Look at Worth's Past
Worth has an interesting history. A post office first opened here in 1872, helping the community connect with the outside world. The village gets its name from Worth County, where it is located.
The Great Tornado of 1947
On April 29, 1947, a very strong tornado, known as the Worth Tornado, struck the village. It was a powerful storm that caused a lot of damage. Sadly, many buildings were destroyed, and the community faced a difficult time rebuilding. Today, there's a special sign on the east side of town to remember this important event.
Where is Worth Located?
Worth is found on the west side of the Middle Fork Grand River. It's about five miles south of a larger town called Grant City.
Unique Landmarks in Worth
One of the most unique things about Worth is a gazebo. It stands right in the middle of the road where Main Street and Washington Street meet! It's a very unusual and charming landmark. The village also has a business called WoCo Moto, which is located on Main Street, right next to the gazebo.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village covers a total area of about 0.65 square kilometers (0.25 square miles). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water.
Who Lives in Worth?
The number of people living in Worth has changed over the years. Here's how the population has looked:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 201 | — | |
| 1930 | 241 | 19.9% | |
| 1940 | 115 | −52.3% | |
| 1950 | 141 | 22.6% | |
| 1960 | 135 | −4.3% | |
| 1970 | 113 | −16.3% | |
| 1980 | 137 | 21.2% | |
| 1990 | 103 | −24.8% | |
| 2000 | 94 | −8.7% | |
| 2010 | 63 | −33.0% | |
| 2020 | 65 | 3.2% | |
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Worth's Population in 2010
In 2010, the census counted 63 people living in Worth. These people made up 23 households, and 15 of these were families. The village had about 252 people per square mile. There were also 41 housing units, meaning places where people could live.
Most of the people in Worth were White (85.7%). A smaller number were African American (7.9%) or Native American (6.3%).
Households and Families
Out of the 23 households, about 39% had children under 18 living there. More than half (52.2%) were married couples living together. Some households (13%) had a female head with no husband present. About 13% of all households had just one person living alone, and some of those individuals were 65 years old or older.
The average household in Worth had about 2.74 people. For families, the average size was a bit larger, at 3.27 people.
Age of Residents
The average age of people in Worth in 2010 was 40.5 years. About 30% of the residents were under 18 years old. A small group (4.7%) was between 18 and 24. About 20% were between 25 and 44. The largest group (34.8%) was between 45 and 64. Finally, about 9.5% of the residents were 65 years old or older. The village had slightly more males (52.4%) than females (47.6%).
See also
In Spanish: Worth (Misuri) para niños
