West Plains, MO Metro Area is a small population center located in the heart of the Ozark Mountains. It is home to 39,753 people with a population density of 43.42 people per square mile. This low population density affords plenty of room for year-round outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, camping, and hiking. There are local businesses here that serve the community such as local restaurants, grocery stores, retail shops, and automotive services. West Plains also hosts several recreational sporting events throughout the year that bring locals together for fun competitions and camaraderie. Other demographic organizations in this area provide important services to the community such as health care providers, libraries, schools, churches, and non-profit organizations like food banks. With its beautiful natural setting and friendly atmosphere West Plains makes a great place to live or visit.
The population in West Plains Metro Area is 39,753. There are 43 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in West Plains Metro Area is 41.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in West Plains Metro Area is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in West Plains Metro Area
- 54.3% are married
- 13.1% are divorced
- 29.5% are married with children
- 16.5% have children, but are single
Race in West Plains Metro Area
- 94.5% are White
- 0.3% are Black
- 0.5% are Asian
- 0.3% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.4% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander