Nodaway County, Missouri
Nodaway County sits in northwestern Missouri along the Iowa border. Maryville is the largest city and home to Northwest Missouri State University, where the Bearcats proudly compete.
Founded in 1845, the county takes its name from the Nodaway River, which winds through the area. Corn and soybeans are the primary crops grown across its fertile farmland.
Known for its wide-open spaces and rural charm, Nodaway County enjoys a slower pace of life. County fairs and high school football are community favorites, and the county’s hardworking residents are a source of local pride.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Nodaway County |
| County Seat | Maryville |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Maryville, Burlington Junction, Hopkins, Clearmont, Barnard, Skidmore, Pickering, Graham |
| Interstates and Highways | US 71, MO 46, MO 148 |
| Etymology | Named after Silas Wright, a U.S. Senator from New York |
| FIPS Code | 29-147 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 878 square miles (Land: 877 sq mi, Water: 1 sq mi) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Missouri |
| Coordinates | 40.3606° N, 94.8339° W |
| Population | Approximately 22,000 |
| Major Landmarks | Northwest Missouri State University, Mozingo Lake Recreation Park, Nodaway County Historical Society Museum |
