King City, MO
- Elevation
- 1,112 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
- General Quality Overall rating out of 100
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Located along U.S. Route 169 in northwest Missouri, King City is a quiet, close-knit rural community of around 800 people. Founded in the 1850s, the town offers plenty of open space, affordable homes, and a relaxed pace of life. It is the kind of welcoming place where neighbors wave as you drive by and newcomers can easily settle into the rhythm of small-town living.
The town celebrates its deep roots with local attractions like the Tri-County Museum, which features a massive vintage oil pump displayed right along the highway. Families appreciate the central King City R-1 school district, where elementary and high school students learn in small, supportive classrooms. With scenic farmland all around and a strong sense of community, it makes a peaceful home for anyone looking to escape the bustle of city life.
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