Preston, Missouri
Village · Population 175 · #700 in Missouri
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About Preston
Set in the central part of Missouri, Preston is a tiny community with an estimated population of 175.
Preston holds the status of an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 0.75 square miles, giving it wide-open spaces and a spread-out, rural feel at roughly 233 residents per square mile.
📰 Preston News Today
- Mr. Richard Preston Obituary (2026) - Kansas City, MO - Lawrence A. Jones & Sons Funeral Chapels - Missouri Legacy obituary · Aug 12
- Dean Eugene Ethridge (Buffalo)'s Obituary, Visitation & Funeral Information - Holman-Howe Funeral Homes Holman-Howe Funeral Homes · Jun 19
- Obituary for Johnny Preston Ferry Funeral Home · Jul 8
- James Christopher "Chris" Preston Obituary Oct 14, 2019 - Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home · Mar 21
- David Ray Preston Obituary Jun 27, 2026 The Amos Family Funeral Home & Crematory · Jun 27
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Preston Unique
- One of 10 places in the US named Preston — but the Missouri one has a character all its own.
- 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.
- Cost of living typically runs below the big-metro average.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 8 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Preston
- Preston Cafe (café)
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateMissouri
TypeVillage
Population (2024)175
Rank in state#700 of 938
Land area0.75 sq mi
Density233/sq mi
Coordinates37.9410, -93.2127