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Polo, MO

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Population
508
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,013 ft
Median Home Value
$154,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$53,523
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Polo

Polo is a quiet, welcoming small town in southwest Caldwell County, situated right where Missouri Routes 13 and 116 meet. It started as a 19th-century railroad town, and that crossroads layout still gives the community an easy, open feel. Today, Polo offers a relaxed pace and plenty of countryside charm, making it a great fit for people looking for affordable, peaceful living within driving distance of the greater Kansas City area.

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Daily life here centers around a close-knit community, with the Polo R-VII schools and Panther athletics serving as major points of local pride. Residents gather at the community park, which features green lawns, playgrounds, and a historic bridge famously set in place by a helicopter. Between the friendly neighbors, unhurried streets, and easy highway connections to nearby towns, Polo delivers a grounded, comfortable small-town experience.

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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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