Barnett, Missouri
City · Population 165 · #712 in Missouri
About Barnett
Set in the central part of Missouri, Barnett is a tiny community, home to 165 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Barnett is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 0.27 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 611 residents per square mile.
📰 Barnett News Today
- Robert Charles Johnson Jr. - View Obituary & Service Information - Kidwell-Garber Funeral Homes Kidwell-Garber Funeral Homes · Jul 1
- Frank A. Lovan Obituary (2026) - Barnett, MO - Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home - Versailles Chapel Legacy obituary · Aug 13
- Obituary for Randall "Randy or Rabbit" Barnett Goslar Funeral Home and Monuments, LLC · May 16
- 3 firefighters briefly trapped while battling house fire in Morgan County KY3 · Jul 17
- Sandra Lee Barnett Obituary Apr 13, 2026 Speaks Chapels · Apr 22
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What Makes Barnett Unique
- The only place in America named Barnett — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- One of the smallest municipal footprints in the country at just 0.27 sq mi.
- Part of the fabric of Missouri — one of 1,082 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 9 miles.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateMissouri
TypeCity
Population (2024)165
Rank in state#712 of 938
Land area0.27 sq mi
Density611/sq mi
Coordinates38.3774, -92.6746