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Albany, MO

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Population
1,730
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
915 ft
Median Home Value
$101,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$550/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$44,926
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Albany

Albany is a quiet, tight-knit town in northwest Missouri that serves as the heart of Gentry County. Life here naturally revolves around the historic downtown square, anchored by the county courthouse and a well-preserved Carnegie library. The surrounding streets are lined with local businesses, older brick buildings, and peaceful residential neighborhoods, giving the town a classic small-town charm that feels welcoming from day one.

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With a population under two thousand, Albany offers an affordable, slow-paced lifestyle while still keeping essential services close at hand. The Albany R-III schools bring the community together for sports and school activities, while the downtown area serves as a convenient hub for everyday errands, county events, and catching up with neighbors. It is a solid option for anyone looking for wide-open space, low-stress living, and a genuine hometown feel.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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