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Marshfield, MO

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Population
8,078
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,492 ft
Median Home Value
$204,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$710/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$67,642
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Marshfield

Marshfield is a friendly Ozark town of about 7,500 people, located just a half-hour drive northeast of Springfield. As the seat of Webster County, it offers a peaceful, small-town atmosphere while keeping bigger-city amenities within easy reach along Interstate 44. The historic downtown square serves as the heart of the community, complete with local shops and a quirky claim to fame: a scale model of the Hubble Space Telescope honoring famous astronomer and Marshfield native Edwin Hubble.

Hubble Space Telescope Scale Model

Daily life here centers around neighborhood parks, local schools, and community traditions. Every spring, residents gather on the square for the annual Missouri Cherry Blossom Festival, and the town is famous for hosting one of the state's oldest Fourth of July parades. With Route 66 running nearby and Interstate 44 providing a straightforward commute, Marshfield provides a relaxed setting for anyone looking to settle into the greater Springfield area.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1rating

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