Living in Howard County, Missouri

Howard County is a county in Missouri with a population of around 10,139, part of the Columbia, MO MSA metro area. The main communities are Fayette, New Franklin, Armstrong.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,196/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $201K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 42°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Howard County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a predominantly working-class population (25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.