Wentworth Missouri Map

About Wentworth, Missouri

Wentworth is a locality in Newton County, Missouri, United States. It is a small community with a population of 115. The population density is 114.2 people per km². Wentworth is located at 36.9934°N, 94.0744°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 64873.

Wentworth rests in a landscape shaped by the gentle push and pull of the Ozark foothills, where broad, fertile valleys give way to softly rounded hills. It lies 25.0 miles east-south-east of Joplin, MO (from Joplin, MO: bearing 104°T), and is situated 9.6 miles west-north-west of Monett. The land here is a study in muted greens and ochres, a palette that deepens with the coming of autumn. Ancient oaks and hickory trees stand sentinel, their branches often draped with the delicate tendrils of wild grapevines, creating a dappled shade that softens the midday sun. The air carries the faint, earthy scent of damp soil and decaying leaves, a constant reminder of the rich, dark earth that forms the foundation of this place. Small creeks, their water clear and cool, meander through the fields, their banks lined with moss-covered stones, reflecting the sky in slivers of blue. The history of Wentworth is deeply intertwined with the bounty of this land. Early settlers, drawn by the fertile soil, established farms that continue to define the local economy. This region has long been a producer of corn and soybeans, their golden fields stretching across the horizon, a testament to generations of hard work. The quiet rhythm of agricultural life still dictates the pace here, punctuated by the rumble of tractors and the distant lowing of cattle. While not a bustling metropolis, Wentworth possesses a sturdy character, a resilience forged in the quiet strength of its people and the enduring promise of the earth. The occasional weathered barn, its red paint faded to a soft rust, stands as a silent witness to the passage of time and the enduring spirit of this corner of Newton County.

About This Wentworth Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Wentworth, Missouri — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 36.993395, -94.07438. 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 Wentworth and Newton County.

Detailed location data for Wentworth includes the ZIP code (64873), telephone area code (816), county seat of Newton County (Neosho), and school district assignment (Pierce City R-VI 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 Wentworth is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.