| City: | Freistatt, Missouri |
| County: | Lawrence County |
| Timezone: | Central (GMT -06:00) |
| Local Time: | 12:45:41 AM |
| Population: | 184 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 417 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 37.0081, -93.8883 |
| Land Area: | 0.206 sq mi |
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Freistatt is a small community in Lawrence County, Missouri, with 184 residents living across 1.74 square miles. The town has a classic grid layout with numbered streets (1st through 5th) running perpendicular to Main Street and Washington Street, typical of planned rural Missouri communities.
Mail delivery here works through a combination of city and rural carrier routes. One city route serves the town center along streets like N Main Street (10 delivery points) and N Washington Street (5 delivery points), while one rural route handles the surrounding area. Despite being classified as a PO Box ZIP code, there are actually zero PO boxes at this location. All 70 residential delivery points receive mail at their street addresses.
This is a working-class community. The median household income is $47,857, and median home values sit at $113,200. Most residents own their homes (44 owner-occupied vs 29 renter-occupied units). The population is predominantly White (85%), with a median age of 43.8 years, indicating an established community of working-age adults and some retirees.
Educational attainment is moderate, with 31% of adults holding bachelor's degrees. The local economy includes 5 business establishments employing 37 people. Commute patterns show 44 people drive alone to work, while 20% work from home (8 people), higher than many rural areas. Transportation and warehousing employs a significant portion of the workforce (106 workers, though this may include commuters from surrounding areas).
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Numbered street grid with Main Street as the primary commercial corridor, typical of early 20th century rural Missouri town planning.
ZIP Code 65654 has 184 residents and 73 households (average 2.52 persons per household). The median age is 43.8 years, older than the state (39.0) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 45.1% male and 54.9% female, which is lower than the state male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (84.8%, much higher than the state average of 77.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (10.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 10.3%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
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| 2020 Population: | 184Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 246Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 186Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 893.2 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $47,857Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 73Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $113,200Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.52Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.98Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 177 | 146 | 150 | 178 | 123 | 132 | 178 | 179 | 178 | 327 | 262 | 253 | 246 |
| Decennial Census | 159 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 184 | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 43.8
Male Median Age: 46.8
Female Median Age: 40.2
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 2 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Female | 11 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| Total | 13 | 15 | 16 | 10 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 10 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 15 | 9 | 11 | 4 | 3 | 6 |
| White: | 156 | 83.87% |
| Black: | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic:* | 19 | 10.22% |
| Asian: | 0 | 0% |
| American Indian: | 2 | 1.08% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 9 | 4.84% |
| Total: | 186 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 83 | 45.11% | 46.8 years |
| Females: | 101 | 54.89% | 40.2 years |
| Total: | 184 | 100% | 43.8 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 228 | 92.68% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 11 | 4.47% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 7 | 7.32% |
| Total Population: | 246 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 228 | 92.68% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 18 | 7.32% |
In 2023, the Median household income is $47,857, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $18,951 (65.6%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $7,440. Family households earn a median of $90,313 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $90,313). By gender, male median income is $49,875 and female is $45,000, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $4,875 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 68.3%, which is above the state rate (63.1%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (32.4%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $28,906 | $22,404 | $21,333 | $21,765 | $21,500 | $27,083 | $33,500 | $38,611 | $40,417 | $45,000 | $44,688 | $48,750 | $47,857 |
| Median Family Income | $32,321 | $33,750 | $31,429 | $32,143 | $36,250 | $38,125 | $38,906 | $40,714 | $42,222 | $65,417 | $69,583 | $85,625 | $90,313 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $19,583 | $19,583 | $15,000 | $15,000 | $12,500 | $20,833 | $20,625 | $26,250 | $25,833 | $26,094 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $41,071 | $40,313 | $40,000 | $36,250 | $0 | $47,917 | $38,542 | $39,375 | $46,250 | $42,321 | $44,500 | $46,500 | $49,875 |
| Median Female Income | $33,750 | $31,250 | $31,250 | $30,625 | $0 | $25,833 | $25,139 | $25,694 | $25,982 | $26,964 | $41,875 | $43,750 | $45,000 |
| Employed: | 136 | 68.34% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 63 | 31.66% |
| Total: | 199 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 44 | 32.35% |
| Service: | 8 | 5.88% |
| Sales and Office: | 43 | 31.62% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 13 | 9.56% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 28 | 20.59% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 136 | 100% |
In 2023, the median home value is $113,200, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $28,200 (33.18%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $42,100. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($996), is down $406 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $267. Of occupied housing, owners make up 70.00% (53.25% with a mortgage, 46.75% free-and-clear) and renters 30.00% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 18.52%, which is markedly above the national rate (10.43%).
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| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $85,000 | $77,900 | $74,300 | $72,000 | $70,000 | $72,000 | $67,000 | $73,200 | $71,100 | $84,400 | $88,300 | $100,600 | $113,200 |
| Less than $500: | 20 | 60.61% |
| $500 to $999: | 3 | 9.09% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 10 | 30.30% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 33 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $406 | $300 | $375 | $325 | $230 | $245 | $456 | $425 | $267 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 41 | 37.27% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 36 | 32.73% |
| Renter Occupied: | 33 | 30.00% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 110 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 110 | 81.48% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 25 | 18.52% |
| Total Housing Units: | 135 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 109 | 80.74% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 20 | 14.81% |
| Other Units: | 6 | 4.44% |
| Total Housing Units: | 135 | 100% |
In 2023, 31.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 88.00%, which is on par with the state rate (91.60%). The uninsured rate is 2.40%, which is markedly below the state rate (9.20%). The share of people in poverty is 1.70%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.70%), down 2.50 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 3.60 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (40.00%). College enrollment is 40.00%, which is on par with the state rate (24.50%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 7 | 4.43% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 12 | 7.59% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 34 | 21.52% |
| Some college, no degree: | 43 | 27.22% |
| Associate's degree: | 13 | 8.23% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 41 | 25.95% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 8 | 5.06% |
| Total: | 158 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 139 | 87.97% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 49 | 31.01% |
| Private Insurance: | 193 | 72.56% |
| Public Insurance: | 67 | 25.19% |
| No Insurance: | 6 | 2.26% |
| Total: | 266 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 260 | 97.74% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 4.2% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 4.2% | 5.9% | 5.9% | 6.1% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 3.7% | 3.1% | 3.2% | 1.7% |
Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 9 | 25.71% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 10 | 28.57% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 2 | 5.71% |
| College or graduate school: | 14 | 40.00% |
| Total: | 35 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 9 | 25.71% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 12 | 34.29% |
ZIP Code 65654 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 6 business establishments, employing about 42 people with an annual payroll of $1,014,000. USPS data shows 74 residential mailboxes and 5 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 74Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 5Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 273Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 6Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $242,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $1,014,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 42Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 65654 is located in Lawrence County, Missouri, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Missouri's 7th Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 65654. It covers 0.206 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Number: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 0Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.206 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | --Source: Census |
| Congressional District: | 07Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 6272.84 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 2925912Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Freistatt village; MissouriSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 65654 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on January 1, 2026.