Licking
City in Texas County, Missouri

Licking is a city in Texas County, Missouri, with 2,851 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,263 ft (385 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Raymondville, 11.2 miles S.
- 2,851residents (2020 Census)
- 1,263 ftelevation · 385 m
- 2.1 sq miland area · 5.5 km²
- 1,338 / sq mipopulation density
- 65542ZIP code
About Licking
Licking is a city located in Texas County, Missouri, United States. As of the 2020 census, Licking had a population of 2,851. It is the most populous city in Texas County.
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Living in Licking
- Median household income
- $35,652
- Median home value
- $116,900
- Median rent
- $657/mo
- Median age
- 37.9
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Licking had 2,851 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 2,851 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,338 per sq mi (517 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Licking at a glance
| State | Missouri (MO) |
|---|---|
| County | Texas County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 2,851 (2020) |
| Land area | 2.13 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Water area | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,263 ft (385 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.5005° N, 91.8611° W |
| ZIP code | 65542 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2942464 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Licking
- Raymondville11.2 mi S
- Houston13.6 mi SW
- Edgar Springs14.0 mi N
- Plato19.6 mi W
- Salem20.3 mi NE
- Fort Leonard Wood22.9 mi NW
- Summersville24.9 mi SE
- St. Robert28.0 mi NW
- Newburg28.8 mi N
- Cabool29.1 mi SW
- Waynesville29.6 mi NW
- Doolittle30.5 mi N
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Licking
What county is Licking in?
Licking is in Texas County, Missouri.
What is the population of Licking, MO?
2,851 people lived in Licking at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Licking, MO?
The ZIP code of Licking is 65542.
What is the elevation of Licking?
1,263 feet (385 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Licking?
Raymondville (11.2 mi), Houston (13.6 mi), Edgar Springs (14.0 mi), Plato (19.6 mi), Salem (20.3 mi).
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