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Wortham, Missouri
Census-Designated Place
Country United States
State Missouri
County St. Francois
Area
 • Total 0.90 sq mi (2.33 km2)
 • Land 0.89 sq mi (2.31 km2)
 • Water 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2)
Elevation
889 ft (271 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 197
 • Density 221.10/sq mi (85.34/km2)
FIPS code 29-81088
GNIS feature ID 2587125

Wortham is a small community located in St. Francois County, in the U.S. state of Missouri. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes. It's not an officially incorporated town, but it's a real place where people live!

People Living in Wortham

This section tells us about the people who live in Wortham. It's like taking a count of everyone in the area.

Historical population
Census Pop.
2020 197
U.S. Decennial Census

According to the 2020 U.S. Census, 197 people called Wortham home. This number helps us understand the size of the community.

Wortham's Story: A Look Back

How Wortham Got Its Name

Wortham wasn't always called Wortham! It was first known as "Cherrytown." The community was officially mapped out, or platted, in 1904.

Later, in 1925, a post office opened in the area. It was named Wortham after an early postmaster, Ray Wortham. The post office helped people send and receive mail until it closed in 1969.

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