Nelson
City in Saline County, Missouri

Nelson is a city in Saline County, Missouri, with 152 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 673 ft (205 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Blackwater, 2.3 miles SE.
- 152residents (2020 Census)
- 673 ftelevation · 205 m
- 0.3 sq miland area · 0.9 km²
- 457 / sq mipopulation density
- 65347ZIP code
About Nelson
Nelson is a city in Saline County, Missouri, United States. The population was 152 at the 2020 census.
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- Median home value
- $25,400
- Median age
- 53.4
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Nelson had 152 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 152 |
|---|---|
| Density | 457 per sq mi (177 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Nelson at a glance
| State | Missouri (MO) |
|---|---|
| County | Saline County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 152 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.33 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Elevation | 673 ft (205 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.9945° N, 93.0308° W |
| ZIP code | 65347 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2951500 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Nelson
- Blackwater2.3 mi SE
- Arrow Rock6.9 mi NE
- Pilot Grove10.5 mi SE
- Marshall12.4 mi NW
- Franklin14.8 mi E
- New Franklin15.4 mi E
- Boonville15.5 mi E
- Slater15.9 mi N
- Gilliam16.5 mi N
- Hughesville17.9 mi SW
- Windsor Place18.1 mi E
- Houstonia18.8 mi W
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Nelson
What county is Nelson in?
Nelson is in Saline County, Missouri.
What is the population of Nelson, MO?
152 people lived in Nelson at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Nelson, MO?
The ZIP code of Nelson is 65347.
What is the elevation of Nelson?
673 feet (205 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Nelson?
Blackwater (2.3 mi), Arrow Rock (6.9 mi), Pilot Grove (10.5 mi), Marshall (12.4 mi), Franklin (14.8 mi).
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