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Information on Carthage, Jasper County

Welcome to our dedicated page for Carthage, located in the state of Missouri, Jasper County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Carthage, Jasper County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.

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Carthage town HALL, Jasper County

Carthage town Hall's address	Carthage Carthage Municipal Building 326 GRANT STREET CARTHAGE MO 64836 United States
Phone number of Carthage town Hall	Not available
Carthage, MO email	Not available
Carthage official website	carthagemo.gov/
Mayor of Carthage	Dan Rife
Jasper County, Missouri: Vital Records	Carthage vital records
Birth Certificate	Order your Missouri birth certificate online

Common questions about Carthage

What county is Carthage MO in?

Carthage, MO is located in Jasper County

Where is Carthage, Missouri ?

Carthage is located in Jasper County in the southwestern part of Missouri, United States. Geographically, it is situated near the Ozark Mountains and is approximately 15 miles northeast of Joplin. Carthage is accessible via Interstate 49 and U.S. Route 71, providing strategic connections to Springfield to the east and Kansas City to the north.

What is the cost of living in Carthage MO ?

The cost of living in Carthage, Missouri (Jasper County) is quite reasonable. Housing costs average around $120,000 for a home, with monthly rent around $800. Groceries are about 10% lower than the national average, while transportation costs remain affordable, contributing to a budget-friendly lifestyle in the area.

Carthage administrative division

Country	United States
State	Missouri
County	Jasper - other counties in Missouri

Carthage building department, MO

If you are planning a construction project in Carthage, MO, obtaining the necessary permits is an essential step. You can start this process by visiting the Carthage City Hall, where you'll find the relevant department to submit your application. It's important to contact the city office directly to gather information about the costs and processing times involved, as these can vary depending on the specifics of your project. Understanding these details will help ensure a smooth approval process and keep your project on track.

Office	Carthage Planning and Development
City	Carthage
State	Missouri
Address	326 Grant Street, Carthage, MO 64836
Phone	417-237-7010
Website	https://www.carthagemo.gov/departments/planning-development

Demography of Carthage

Name of Carthage inhabitants (demonym)	Not available
Date	Current value	Classed by Region/Country
Population	15 522 inhabitants (2020)	50 / 2 581
Population density in Carthage	Not available

Carthage (MO) statistics

Carthage MO Median household income	$48,689
Carthage MO Poverty rate	14.2%
Carthage MO Unemployment rate	3.5%
Carthage MO Educational attainment	88.4%

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List of Passport Facilities in Carthage, MO

Where to apply for a passport in Carthage, MO? There are 1 passport offices in Carthage, try one of these:

Name	Street	Phone number
JASPER COUNTY RECORDER OF DEEDS	116 W 2ND ST	4173580431

Top 3 most popular banks in Carthage

There are 9 bank branches in Carthage.
Arvest Bank is the most popular bank in Carthage with 2 branch offices, followed by Guaranty Bank with 2 branch offices and then Southwest Missouri Bank with 2 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Carthage:

Bank's name	Number of branch offices	Service Type
Arvest Bank	2	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Guaranty Bank	2	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Southwest Missouri Bank	2	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Simmons Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
U.S. Bank National Association	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
UMB Bank, National Association	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Carthage administrative numbers

Carthage town code	2911656
Carthage town phone area code	417
Carthage town postcode	64836 (3 other communities with the same postcode)

Toponymy and translation of Carthage

Arabic: كارثج	Persian: کارتج	Kazakh: Карзэйдж
Korean: 카시지

Transportation modes in Carthage

Airport	Joplin Regional Airport 10.6 miles Neosho Hugh Robinson Airport 24.7 miles Atkinson Municipal Airport 30.8 miles

Carthage territory

Carthage area	Not available
Carthage altitude	1 050 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinates	Latitude: 37.1606 Longitude: -94.3061 Latitude: 37° 9' 38'' North Longitude: 94° 18' 22'' West
Time zone	UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago) Summer time : UTC -5:00 Winter time : UTC -6:00
Local time
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Natural parks	Carthage isn't part of a natural park

What is Carthage close to?

Nearby cities include: Brooklyn Heights, Carytown, Fidelity and Alba

Brooklyn Heights	Brooklyn Heights	Avilla
Brooklyn Heights		Reeds
Fidelity	Fidelity	Reeds

Brooklyn Heights 4.4 miles	Carytown 6 miles	Fidelity 6.7 miles
Alba 7.4 miles	Carterville 7.6 miles	Purcell 8.6 miles
Oronogo 8.7 miles	Reeds 8.7 miles	Duenweg 8.8 miles
Neck City 9.3 miles	Webb City 9.4 miles	Avilla 9.8 miles
Jasper 10.9 miles	Duquesne 11.1 miles	Airport Drive 11.8 miles
Diamond 12.6 miles	Sarcoxie 12.7 miles	Joplin 12.9 miles
Carl Junction 13 miles	Silver Creek 13.2 miles	La Russell 13.8 miles

Distance between Carthage and other main cities and towns

New York City : 1117 miles	Los Angeles : 1360 miles	Chicago : 483 miles
Houston : 516 miles	Phoenix : 1034 miles	Philadelphia : 1051 miles
San Antonio : 587 miles	San Diego : 1329 miles	Dallas : 335 miles closest
San Jose : 1514 miles	Fort Worth : 350 miles	Austin : 516 miles
Jacksonville : 866 miles	Columbus : 660 miles	Indianapolis : 477 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Elementary schools in Carthage

Columbian Elementary

District of Carthage R-IX
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4
Students : 440

Early Childhood And Pat Center

District of Carthage R-IX
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : PK
Students : 169

Fairview Elementary

District of Carthage R-IX
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4
Students : 446

Mark Twain Elementary

District of Carthage R-IX
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4
Students : 319

Pleasant Valley Elementary

District of Carthage R-IX
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4
Students : 130

Steadley Elementary

District of Carthage R-IX
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4
Students : 511

Middle schools in Carthage

Carthage Intermediate Center

District of Carthage R-IX
Lowest grade : 5, Highest grade : 6
Students : 730

Carthage Junior High

District of Carthage R-IX
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 672

High schools in Carthage

Carthage High School

District of Carthage R-IX
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1421

Town of Carthage, Missouri