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Lucerne, Missouri

Village · Population 54 · #875 in Missouri
Lucerne, Missouri

Lucerne is a village in western Putnam County, Missouri, United States. The population was 57 at the 2020 census..

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About Lucerne

Lucerne is a tiny community in northern Missouri with an estimated population of 54.

Officially, Lucerne is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 0.25 square miles, giving it wide-open spaces and a spread-out, rural feel at roughly 216 residents per square mile.

What Makes Lucerne Unique

  • One of the smallest municipal footprints in the country at just 0.25 sq mi.
  • With 54 residents, it's one of America's smallest incorporated communities — everybody really does know everybody.
  • Positioned in northern Missouri, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.

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

TypeVillage
Population (2024)54
Rank in state#875 of 938
Land area0.25 sq mi
Density216/sq mi
Coordinates40.4637, -93.2917

🗺️ Map of Lucerne