Iron, MO County is a quaint rural area located in the Ozarks region of Missouri. With a population of 9,606 people and population density of 18 people per square mile, Iron County offers a unique escape from the hustle and bustle of the larger cities.
The county is home to several local businesses, including Cedar Springs Country Store, Bloomsbury Farm Market & Bakery, and Iron Mountain Emporium. These local businesses provide goods and services that help support the community. Year-round outdoor activities are also available in Iron County such as fishing and hiking on the nearby trails at Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park. Other organizations such as the Iron County Historical Society offer educational opportunities for locals to learn more about their community's rich history, while also providing fun activities for visitors to explore. Local sports teams are also popular in Iron County with both high school football and basketball teams participating in various state tournaments every year.
The population in Iron County is 9,606. There are 18 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Iron County is 45.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Iron County is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Iron County
- 52.1% are married
- 14.4% are divorced
- 27.7% are married with children
- 16.3% have children, but are single
Race in Iron County
- 94.5% are White
- 1.5% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.6% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.8% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.6% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander