Rutledge, MO (population 821) is a small rural town located in the beautiful Ozarks Valley. It is often referred to as “The Gateway to the Ozarks” and offers some of the best outdoor recreation opportunities in the region. The population density of Rutledge is 11 people per square mile, much lower than the US average of 93 people per square mile.
Rutledge offers several locally-owned businesses including L&L Grocery Store, J&J Feed & Hardware Store, and the local flower shop “Flowers by Michelle”. There are also a few restaurants such as Mike’s Diner and Joe’s Pizza Parlor. Residents enjoy year-round outdoor activities such as fishing, camping, hunting, and boating at Lake Taneycomo. Some of the other organizations in Rutledge include Rotary Club International, Lions Club International, and several churches such as First Baptist Church of Rutledge and Central Methodist Church. Local sporting events include Little League Baseball games at Blythe Park and youth soccer competitions at Greene Memorial Field.
The population in Rutledge (zip 63563) is 821. There are 11 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Rutledge (zip 63563) is 19.7, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Rutledge (zip 63563) is 2.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Rutledge (zip 63563)
- 46.9% are married
- 13.1% are divorced
- 32.8% are married with children
- 14.8% have children, but are single
Race in Rutledge (zip 63563)
- 99.3% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.7% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander