Missouri
309
Local Posts
97
Counties Served
0
With Websites
297
With Phone
Contact Information Coverage
Top Counties by Legion Posts
St. Louis County
22 posts
St. Louis city
15 posts
Lawrence County
8 posts
Pettis County
8 posts
Jackson County
7 posts
Lafayette County
6 posts
Nodaway County
6 posts
Pulaski County
6 posts
Ray County
6 posts
Greene County
5 posts
Veteran Population
416,035
Total Veterans
6.8%
of Population
376,018
Male Veterans
40,017
Female Veterans
Veterans by Service Era
| Era | Veterans | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Post-9/11 | 61,284 | 14.7% |
| Gulf War Era | 156,198 | 37.5% |
| Vietnam Era | 142,320 | 34.2% |
| Korean Conflict | 26,506 | 6.4% |
| World War II | 6,860 | 1.5% |
| Peacetime | 4,384,943 | 23.0% |
About Missouri
Known as the 'Show Me State', Missouri offers a supportive environment for veterans, providing benefits like tax exemptions, employment assistance, and healthcare services.