Living in Osage County, Missouri

Osage County is a county in Missouri with a population of around 13,628, part of the Jefferson City, MO MSA metro area. The main communities are Linn, Chamois, Westphalia.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $535/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $246K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 44°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Osage County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.