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De Kalb, MO

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Population
243
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,143 ft
Median Home Value
$137,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$940/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$94,028
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About De Kalb

De Kalb is a quiet rural community tucked into southwest Buchanan County, about fifteen miles south of St. Joseph. With a population of around two hundred people, it offers a peaceful small-town setting surrounded by rolling farmland and open Missouri countryside. Originally founded in the 1830s and named after Revolutionary War hero Baron de Kalb, the town has maintained its close-knit, slow-paced atmosphere for generations.

DeKalb County Missouri Courthouse (Southern View)

Daily life here centers on the Buchanan County R-IV school district, which serves as a natural gathering point for local families and sports. Most residents enjoy the privacy of country living while making the short drive into St. Joseph for work, shopping, and dining. For anyone seeking wide-open space and a relaxed, neighborly feel within easy reach of city amenities, De Kalb is a comfortable rural home base in northwest Missouri.

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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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