Nixa Missouri Map

About Nixa, Missouri

Nixa is a locality in Christian County, Missouri, United States. It has a population of 24,836. The population density is 1000.5 people per km². Nixa is located at 37.0434°N, 93.2944°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 65714.

Nixa occupies a quiet expanse of the Missouri landscape where the horizon stretches toward the distant, rolling silhouettes of the Ozarks. It lies 5.1 miles west-northwest of Ozark, MO (from Ozark, MO: bearing 288°T), and is situated 9.9 miles east of Clever. The terrain here features gentle rises and subtle depressions, including the nearby Spout Spring Hollow, which catch the long, amber light of late afternoon. Finley Creek meanders two miles away, carving a path through the limestone-rich soil that defines this inland geography. While Lake Springfield lies five miles to the north, the immediate surroundings remain dominated by open fields and patches of sturdy hardwoods. Residents often find solace in the City Of Nixa: City Park, a central space that offers a pause from the steady hum of daily activity. Nixa grew from the agrarian roots of the nineteenth century, slowly transitioning from a quiet crossroads into a modern center for families and local commerce. The early economy relied heavily on the fertile soil and the trade routes that linked the surrounding farms to larger markets. Today, the local industry remains diverse, supporting a stable workforce that values the independence of the Show-Me spirit. Businesses here operate with a deliberate, plain-spoken efficiency, prioritizing consistency and long-term growth over the volatility of distant urban centers. Many people commute from Nixa to neighboring hubs, yet they consistently return to the comfort of a place that feels purposefully disconnected from the frantic pace of the world beyond. Cultural life in Nixa centers on community gatherings and a shared commitment to the traditions of the Midwest. The annual Nixa Sucker Day festival stands as a distinct local landmark, bringing neighbors together to celebrate the heritage of the region with food and music. While the town remains modest in its architecture, the Manley Uplands Trail seven miles away offers a quiet retreat for those who appreciate the austere beauty of the regional flora. Residents might look toward the distant terrain near Bloody Hill, which serves as a silent reminder of the long history layered beneath the surface of the land. Though Nixa does not claim fame through celebrity, the character of the place is built by the quiet endurance of its people and the steady passage of the seasons.

About This Nixa Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Nixa, Missouri — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.043386, -93.294353. 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 Nixa and Christian County.

Detailed location data for Nixa includes the ZIP code (65714), telephone area code (417), county seat of Christian County (Ozark), and school district assignment (Nixa 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 Nixa is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.