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Mexico, MO

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Population
11,558
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
798 ft
Median Home Value
$139,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$686/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$50,873
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Mexico in context.

OverallBest places in MissouriPopulation rankingHighest population places in MissouriNearest larger communityColumbia, Missouri29 miles away · 130,851 residents.

About Mexico

Mexico is a city and the county seat of Audrain County, Missouri, operating within the Columbia metropolitan area. Home to the Missouri Military Academy and the annual Miss Missouri Pageant, the community of approximately 11,477 historically hosted Hardin College for young women. Public education is administered by the Mexico School District 59.

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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+98.8rating

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