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Johnson County is a family-friendly area located in west central-Missouri. As of the 2010 census, the population was 52,595. Its county seat is Warrensburg, one of the best suburbs in Missouri and home to the University of Central Missouri. With its own college town and the bright lights of Kansas City just an hour drive away, Johnson County provides residents with both small-town perks and big-city vibrancy.

Johnson County

Johnson County Courthouse is a historic building built between 1896 and 1898.

The population is spread out, with 25% under the age of 18, 20% from 18 to 24, 28% from 25 to 44, 18% from 45 to 64, and 9% 65 years of age or older. The average age is 35 and the median age is 28 years. Many young professionals live in Warrensburg. The median income for a household in the county is $40,000, and the median income for a family has been cited between $43,000 and $53,000. The median home value is approximately $175,000.

The Johnson County Historical Society is a non-profit organization which maintains the Mary Miller Smiser Heritage Library & Museum and the historic buildings on the Old Courthouse Square. The library and museum provide a premiere research facility specializing in family and local history.

Johnson County, with its abundance of farms, open spaces, and fresh air, is also known for its horses, deer, chickens, ducks, and wide array of breathtaking birds. You can learn all you need to know for bird watching at the two public libraries, Holden Public Library and Trails Regional Library.

There are many local restaurants and unique shops in the bustling downtown.

There is an Amtrak train station for brief commutes and extended travels.

Warrensburg

As of June 2019, the average apartment rent in Warrensburg, MO is $450 for a studio, $550 for a one bedroom, $650 for a two bedroom, and $800 for a three bedroom apartment. The average rent is $600. Perhaps due to the nature of college life, most residents rent their homes in Warrensburg.

A statue of Old Drum sits outside the Johnson County Courthouse.

Warrensburg is home to a dozen beautiful parks covering more than a combined 400 acres. There are miles of hiking trails, a skate park, dog park, 8 tennis courts, 6 playgrounds, 7 ballfields, 2 soccer fields, and the Warrensburg Community Center which features a full size gymnasium with basketball courts, a walking track, indoor aquatic facility, 7 meeting rooms, and an impressive Fitness Center. Grover Memorial Park is home to Nassif Aquatic Center, which has a lap pool, slide, diving board, spray ground, and lazy river.

Central Missouri Speedway is located 3.5 miles north of Warrensburg. Weekly racing takes place on Saturday nights from April to September. There are special events during the summer holiday weekends: Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day.

Warrensburg is known as the “Home of Man’s Best Friend” because of a historic court trial in 1870 that concerned a dog named Old Drum. A lawyer passionately argued that dogs are the "best friend of man." A statue of Old Drum The Dog sits on the lawn in front of the Johnson County Courthouse. Additionally, the legend of Old Drum is honored with the Old Drum Dog Fest, which celebrates dogs and their best friends.

University of Central Missouri

The University of Central Missouri features many stately and beautiful historic buildings.

The University of Central Missouri’s 1,561-acre campus is located in the heart of Warrensburg, with many apartments close to campus. UCM is a public university established in 1871. The school offers more than 150 majors and minors and a variety of sports, including football, basketball, and baseball. They are part of NCAA Division II. Additional athletic pursuits available include UCM Indoor Rock Climbing Wall and UCM Union Bowling Center.

Knob Noster

12 miles east of Warrensburg, in Knob Noster, a fantastic view and award-winning wines await you at Montserrat Vineyards. Nearby Knob Noster State Park is a scenic oak woodland with patches of prairie along both sides of Clearfork Creek. It’s a great place for mountain bikers, hikers and horseback riders to get some trail time. The park also features an oxbow slough, which has been officially designated as Pin Oak Slough Natural Area.

Whiteman Air Force Base

A monument to Operation Enduring Freedom stands in front of Whiteman AFB.

Located two miles south of Knob Noster is Whiteman Air Force Base, home of the 509th Bomb Wing. Throughout its history, the base has always been at the forefront of national defense. Beginning in 1988, massive construction created new buildings designed for B-2 operations and maintenance. The first deployment of the B-2 Advanced Technology Bomber, the Air Force’s premier weapon system, was at Whiteman AFB.

Located in beautiful central Missouri, Whiteman Family Homes is a gated residential community leasing exclusively to active duty Air Force families stationed at Whiteman Air Force Base. Situated on the base, Whiteman Family Homes offers a wide variety of two, three, and four-bedroom floor plans in single-family, townhome, and ranch styles. There are master suites, fully-equipped kitchens, ample closets, storage space, and garages.

The very walkable, pet-friendly community is secure and convenient, with 24-hour maintenance, lawn care services, and community events. Further amenities include basketball courts, playgrounds, an indoor pool, as well as easy access to all of the Whiteman AFB facilities and amenities.

Kingsville

Kingsville's Powell Garden is a great place to relax and enjoy a leisurely stroll.

In Kingsville, 20 miles northwest of Warrensburg, there is the nationally recognized Powell Gardens, a not-for-profit botanical garden. The treasured gardens are set on 970 acres, feature 6,000 varieties of plants, with 225,000 plants in seasonal displays.

Powell Gardens is also known for the Heartland Harvest Garden, the nation’s largest edible landscape. This 12-acre garden showcases "the journey of food from seed to plate". Also located in this garden is the open-air Missouri Barn, a beautiful structure that is home to concerts, barn dinners, and cooking demos throughout the year. The gardens can be rented for weddings, receptions, ceremonies and other private events.

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