Two options exist for obtaining certified copies of Vital Records occurred in the state of Missouri: one of them is requesting them at the State office, and the second one is obtaining them through the County Recorder's Office, the Local Health Department or the city or town's Civil Registration office. Bear in mind that county offices generally provide faster processing times and more payment flexibility, since you may be able to obtain your records within one week, and may be provided the option to pay issuance fees by credit card, either by phone, fax or online.
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The Chariton County Registrar of Vital Statistics provides you with birth, death, and marriage certificates. This Vital Records office may be reached through the telephone number or email address given below. It is also possible to order your vital records online through the official website of the County Vital Records office. To obtain a copy of a divorce decree, you will need to contact the Clerk of the Superior Court in the county where the divorce was granted. Death records are sometimes available only from a certain year onwards; this can be verified with the county recorder. Please note that official information is provided by government sites only, so contact information provided below may not be up to date. The Vital Records office in the County of Chariton serves all of the following towns and cities in Missouri:
- Brunswick
- Dalton
- Keytesville
- Mendon
- Rothville
- Salisbury
- Sumner
- Triplett
If you need to get a certificate from a different county in Missouri such as St. Louis County, St. Louis City, Jackson County, St. Charles County, Greene County, then you can follow this link.
Chariton County Vital Statistics
Chariton County, Missouri, is home to a total population of 7,586 residents. In the past year, the county recorded 90 births and 80 deaths, reflecting a steady natural growth within the community. Marriage statistics indicate that there were 40 marriages, while 20 divorces were also documented, illustrating some of the important changes families experience. The infant mortality rate stands at 8.5, which is a critical measure of health care effectiveness for newborns in the area. Residents of Chariton County can expect an average life expectancy of 78.5 years, showcasing the overall health and longevity of the population. For those interested in obtaining more detailed vital records information, including birth and death records or marriage statistics, visiting the local vital records office can provide valuable resources and support for understanding these essential community statistics.