Warrensburg, MO
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 16,733 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
Warrensburg is approximately 60 miles southeast of Kansas City.
Cultural Attractions
The University of Central Missouri's Department of Performing Arts brings in nationally known entertainers.
Recreation
Knob Noster State Park features 3,000 acres for outdoor excursions, including hiking, camping, and horseback riding.
Economy
Agriculture, the University of Central Missouri, and the Whiteman Air Force Base are key players in Warrenburg's economy.
Fun Fact
Warrensburg claims ownership of the description of a dog as "man's best friend." Sen. George Vest reportedly used it in his closing arguments in the 1870 Warrensburg court case, Burden v. Hornsby , in which Hornsby was accused of shooting Burden's dog. The case went all the way to the Missouri Supreme Court.
| Population [details] | 16,733 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 77.7% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 302.64 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 36.60% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 37.39 °F/16.78 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 88.37 °F/65.63 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 38.61 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 33 |
| Cost of living [details] | 96.8 |
| State sales tax | 4.23% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Oklahoma City (306.56 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | KANSAS CITY INTERNATIONAL (64.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Wineries |
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