Tarkio, Missouri
Tarkio: city in Missouri
About
Tarkio is a city located in the county of Atchison in the U.S. state of Missouri. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,583 and a population density of 441 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,420 inhabitants.
The city was created 146 years ago in 1879.
Quick Facts about Tarkio
| Population | 1,420 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Missouri (United States) |
| County | Atchison County |
| Postal code | 64491 |
| Phone Area Codes | 660 |
| Area | 3.59 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.4403,-95.3778 |
| Altitude | 928 feet / 283 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1880 (146 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 04:28:41 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 395 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -11.48% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 79℉ Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Tarkio is located at 40°26'25"N 95°22'40"W (40.4402800, -95.3777600).
Tarkio map
Weather
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Tarkio decreased by 11.48% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,583 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,554 | -1.87% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,537 | -1.11% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,512 | -1.65% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,493 | -1.27% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,473 | -1.36% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,470 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,459 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,443 | -1.11% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,432 | -0.77% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,420 | -0.85% | estimation process |
People born in Tarkio (4)
People born in Tarkio, including U.S. Congressman Sam Graves, athlete and legendary fratstar Ed Travis, lawyer Todd Graves, .
More notable people
- Walter Greene (American composer) he was born in 23/01/1910
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Tarkio, MO. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 181534 | Peru State College | Peru (NE) | 68421-0010 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Tarkio, MO. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OMA | Omaha | 1003 S. 9th Street | RAIL |
| CRN | Creston | Pine and Adams Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Tarkio.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Tark Post Office | Tarkio (MO) | 64491 |
Other cities in Atchison County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Atchison County , MO.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Port | 1,183 | City in Atchison County, Missouri, United States |
| Fairfax | 568 | City in Missouri, United States |
| York | 204 | Unincorporated community in Atchison County, Missouri |
| Westboro | 126 | City in Atchison County, Missouri, United States |
| Watson | 89 | Human settlement in Atchison County, Missouri, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Tarkio distances to largest Missouri cities