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Hannibal, MO

Hannibal is a city along the Mississippi River in Marion and Ralls counties in the U.S. state of Missouri. According to the 2020 U.S. Census, the population was 17,312, making it the largest city in Marion County. The bulk of the city is in Marion County, with a tiny sliver in the south extending into Ralls County.

Nestled on the Mississippi River, commerce and traffic have long been an integral part of Hannibal's development, including river, rail, and the interstate/highway system. Today the city is intersected by Interstate 72 and U.S. Routes 24, 36, and 61. It is across the river from East Hannibal, Illinois. Hannibal is approximately 100 miles (160 km) northwest of St. Louis (also bordering the Mississippi), 210 miles (340 km) east-northeast of Kansas City, and 194 miles (312 km) miles east of Saint Joseph (both cities on the Missouri River), and approximately 100 miles (160 km) west of Springfield, Illinois.

Hannibal is not the county seat, but it has one of two county courthouses. There is also one in Palmyra, the county seat of Marion County, which is located more centrally in the county. Hannibal is the principal city of the Hannibal, Missouri micropolitan area, which consists of both Marion and Ralls counties.

Hannibal is on the west side of the Mississippi River in southeastern Marion County and is situated across the river from East Hannibal, Illinois. The next city upriver is Quincy, Illinois, 17 miles (27 km) to the north, while the next city downriver is Louisiana, Missouri, 25 miles (40 km) to the south. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Hannibal has a total area of 16.47 square miles (42.66 km2), of which 16.00 square miles (41.44 km2) are land and 0.47 square miles (1.22 km2), or 2.84%, is water.

Health and wellness are integral parts of life in Hannibal, with numerous resources and facilities available to support residents' well-being. The Hannibal Regional Hospital is a leading healthcare provider in the region, offering a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, surgery, and specialty treatments. At the YMCA of Hannibal, you can participate in CrossFit and personal training sessions to enhance your fitness journey. For mental health services, Mark Twain Behavioral Health provides comprehensive care. Enjoy outdoor activities at Nippers Park, which offers great spaces for exercise and relaxation. Fitness buffs can join classes at Anytime Fitness or Safari Strength, which offers a range of exercise programs tailored to different fitness levels. For yoga enthusiasts, Twisted Juniper Yoga provides excellent yoga classes to enhance flexibility and mental clarity. 

Top sites in Hannibal, MN are Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum, Lovers' Leap, and Mark Twain Memorial Lighthouse.

Population: 16,809 (2024). ZIP code: 63401. Area code: 573. Elevation: 646 ft (197 m). Area: 16.47 square miles (42.66 km2).

FAQs

How did Hannibal, MO get its name?

After the United States acquired the Louisiana Territory west of the Mississippi in 1803, European-American settlers began to enter the area. Its early European settlements were established by ethnic French colonists, some from Illinois, who largely spoke French and were Roman Catholic in religion. Hannibal was laid out in 1819 by Moses Bates and named after Hannibal Creek (later Bear Creek). The name is derived from Hannibal, a hero of ancient Carthage (in modern Tunisia).

What is the cost of living in Hannibal, MO?

Hannibal, Missouri gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 77.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 22.4% lower than the U.S. average and 9.3% higher than the average for Missouri. A typical home costs $131,700, which is 61.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 38.0% less expensive than the average Missouri home, at $212,300.

Is Hannibal, MO a nice place to live?

Hannibal is in Marion County. Living in Hannibal offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Hannibal, there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Hannibal and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Hannibal are above average.

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City of Hannibal 

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Bestplaces

Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum

Lovers' Leap

Mark Twain Memorial Lighthouse

Hannibal Regional Hospital

YMCA of Hannibal

Mark Twain Behavioral Health

Nippers Park

Anytime Fitness

Safari Strength

Twisted Juniper Yoga

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