Paynesville, MO
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- 537 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
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Paynesville is a tiny, quiet community of around 60 people located in the rural hills of Pike County, Missouri. Surrounded by open farmland near the Mississippi River bluffs, the village offers a slow pace and plenty of open space. Its 19th-century roots are still visible in well-preserved brick buildings from the 1850s, including a historic general store and post office listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is a peaceful spot for anyone seeking simple, rural living.
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