Van Buren Missouri Map

About Van Buren, Missouri

Van Buren is a locality in Carter County, Missouri, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,161. The population density is 221.3 people per km². Van Buren is located at 36.9956°N, 91.0146°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 63965.

Van Buren rests in a hollow, a quiet breath drawn between the rolling Ozark hills. It lies 70.8 miles north-north-west of Paragould, AR (from Paragould, AR: bearing 336°T), and is situated 17.2 miles south of Ellington. The land here is a deep, bruised green in the summer, a tapestry of hardwoods and pines that climb and dip with a restless grace. The Current River, a ribbon of cool, clear water, winds its way through this landscape, its presence a constant murmur, a liquid song that shapes the very character of the place. In the hazy mornings, a soft light spills over the ridges, illuminating the dew-kissed fields and the weathered wood of the scattered farmsteads. The air itself feels ancient, carrying the scent of damp earth and pine needles, a balm to the hurried soul. This is a place where history is not a distant echo but a palpable presence, felt in the sturdy, unpretentious buildings and the enduring spirit of its people. Van Buren’s economy has long been tied to the bounty of the surrounding forests and the lifeblood of the Current River, from logging operations that once echoed through the hills to the growing tourism drawn by the river's clear waters and the wild beauty of the Ozarks. The Ozark National Scenic Riverways, a national park of immense natural beauty, has become a significant draw, bringing kayakers, campers, and those seeking solace in the wilderness. Generations have lived and worked this land, their stories etched into the very rhythm of daily life, a quiet testament to resilience and a deep connection to the natural world.

About This Van Buren Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Van Buren, Missouri — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 36.995607, -91.014571. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Van Buren and Carter County.

Detailed location data for Van Buren includes the ZIP code (63965), telephone area code (816), county seat of Carter County (Van Buren), and school district assignment (Van Buren R-I School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Van Buren is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.