Where is Caruthersville, Missouri

Written and Fact-checked by | Updated On: August 5, 2026

Caruthersville is a city in southeastern Missouri and the county seat of Pemiscot County. It sits along the Mississippi River, about 45 miles north of Blytheville, Arkansas, and 80 miles south of Cape Girardeau. The city is known for its riverfront setting, agricultural history, and location in Missouri's Bootheel.

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Where is Caruthersville Located in Pemiscot County, Missouri

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Where is Caruthersville Located?

Caruthersville is a city located in Pemiscot County, Missouri, the United States. It is about 45 miles north of Blytheville, Arkansas, and 80 miles south of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Caruthersville is located at approximately 36.1931° North latitude and 89.6556° West longitude. The 2020 Census recorded 5,562 residents, and the city covers about 5.24 square miles (13.57 sq km). The Mississippi River forms the city's eastern edge and is its most important geographic feature. Caruthersville was founded in 1857 and incorporated in 1891. Its river location and fertile farmland helped shape the city's economy, with agriculture, transportation, and river-related activity playing important roles in its history.

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Caruthersville City Facts

FactDetails
CityCaruthersville
StateMissouri
CountyPemiscot County
CountryUnited States
RegionMissouri Bootheel / Southeast Missouri
Incorporated1891
Founded1857
Total Area5.24 sq mi (13.57 sq km)
Land Area5.07 sq mi (13.13 sq km)
Water Area0.17 sq mi (0.44 sq km)
ElevationAbout 276 ft (84 m)
Population (2023 estimate)5,300
Population (2020 Census)5,562
Population Density1,097 people per sq mi
Time ZoneCentral Standard Time (CST); Central Daylight Time (CDT)
ZIP Codes63830
Area Code573, 235
Major HighwaysU.S. Route 60, U.S. Route 62, Missouri Route 84
Public TransitBootheel Regional Consortium transportation services
Major AttractionsMississippi River, Caruthersville Historic District, Lady Luck Casino, Pemiscot County Courthouse
Official Websitehttps://www.caruthersvillemo.net/

Distance from Caruthersville, MO to Nearby Cities

  • Hayti, MO – 10 miles (16 km)
  • Steele, MO – 15 miles (24 km)
  • Holland, MO – 20 miles (32 km)
  • Blytheville, AR – 25 miles (40 km)
  • Kennett, MO – 30 miles (48 km)
  • Dyersburg, TN – 35 miles (56 km)
  • New Madrid, MO – 40 miles (64 km)
  • Tiptonville, TN – 35 miles (56 km)
  • Paragould, AR – 45 miles (72 km)
  • Union City, TN – 55 miles (89 km)
  • Sikeston, MO – 55 miles (89 km)
  • Jonesboro, AR – 65 miles (105 km)
  • Poplar Bluff, MO – 70 miles (113 km)
  • Cape Girardeau, MO – 80 miles (129 km)
  • Memphis, TN – 75 miles (121 km)
  • St. Louis, MO – 170 miles (274 km)

Top Attractions in Caruthersville

  • Mississippi River – Major natural landmark along the eastern edge of Caruthersville, offering river views and wildlife habitat.
  • Pemiscot County Courthouse – Historic civic landmark serving as the county seat.
  • Caruthersville Historic District – Downtown area reflecting the city's early commercial and architectural history.
  • Lady Luck Casino Caruthersville – Riverfront casino and entertainment facility located near the Mississippi River.
  • Caruthersville Water Tower – Recognizable local landmark associated with the city's history and skyline.
  • New Madrid Historical Museum – Nearby museum documenting the history of New Madrid and the surrounding Mississippi River region.
  • Reelfoot Lake State Park – Nearby Tennessee park known for fishing, boating, cypress trees, and birdwatching.
  • Big Oak Tree State Park – Missouri state park near East Prairie featuring one of the region's largest remaining bottomland trees.

Airports Near Caruthersville

  • Caruthersville Memorial Airport (M05) – 5 miles
  • Blytheville Municipal Airport (HKA) – 30 miles
  • Sikeston Memorial Municipal Airport (SIK) – 55 miles
  • Jonesboro Municipal Airport (JBR) – 65 miles
  • Memphis International Airport (MEM) – 85 miles

Sources:

Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the official City of Caruthersville website and local government records.

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