West Plains is a city in and the county seat of Howell County, Missouri, United States. The population was 12,184 at the 2020 census.
Midwest
West Plains
Howell County, MO
Population
12,250
Walk Score
69 · Somewhat Walkable
Median rent
$739
Median home value
$137,700
Settled
1838
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On the National Register
Historic districts
- Courthouse Square Historic District · listed 2003
Notable landmarks
- Elledge Arcade Buildings · listed 2001
- International Shoe Company Building · listed 2011
- Lincoln School · listed 2025
- Mount Zion Lodge Masonic Temple · listed 2011
- Smith, W.J. and Ed, Building · listed 2001
- West Plains Bank Building · listed 2001
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