Salisbury, MO

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Population
1,564
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
743 ft
Median Home Value
$102,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$721/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$65,329
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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About Salisbury

Salisbury is a quiet, close-knit town of around 1,500 people in north-central Missouri's Chariton County. Founded in the late 1860s, the community still revolves around its charming historic downtown square, where classic brick storefronts anchor local businesses. Located along U.S. Route 24, it offers a peaceful, unhurried rhythm of life while keeping travel to neighboring towns simple and direct.

Day-to-day living here centers around strong community ties and plenty of outdoor amenities. Families are served by the Salisbury R-IV School District, which brings local kids together from kindergarten through high school. For recreation, residents head to City Park for ball games and family gatherings, play a round at the nine-hole Philpotts Park golf course, or spend quiet weekends fishing at Sterling Price Lake.

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