Callao, MO

Population
245
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
838 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$80,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$39,063
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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Located in Macon County along Highway 36, Callao is a small, easygoing community in north-central Missouri with a fun claim to fame. Back in the 1850s, a railroad worker reportedly picked the town's name by spinning a globe and landing on Callao, Peru. Today, it offers a peaceful rural setting with plenty of open space, neighborly charm, and a quick drive to nearby Macon for everyday shopping and dining.

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