Fortuna ZIP Code List — Morgan County, MO

There is one unique ZIP code in Fortuna, Missouri and it is 65034. Area code: 660.

ZIP codes

30.21

sq mi land

0.02

sq mi water

660

area code

Fortuna, MO ZIP code map

About Fortuna, MO

Fortuna is a small rural community located in Morgan County, Missouri, served by the single ZIP code 65034. Nestled in the heart of central Missouri, Fortuna offers residents and visitors a quiet, pastoral setting characteristic of the Ozark region's rolling hills and farmland. Despite its modest size, Fortuna is a proud part of Missouri's rural heritage and contributes to the agricultural and community fabric of Morgan County.

Location & geography

Fortuna is situated in Morgan County in central Missouri, positioned in a region defined by gently rolling terrain, open farmland, and the broader Ozark Highland landscape. Nearby communities include Versailles, the Morgan County seat, located approximately 10 miles to the southeast, as well as California, Missouri to the north and Eldon to the east. The community encompasses 30.21 square miles of land and just 0.02 square miles of water, reflecting its predominantly inland, agricultural character with minimal surface water features.

Community & economy

Fortuna embodies the close-knit, self-reliant spirit common to small rural Missouri towns, where neighbors know one another and community ties run deep. Agriculture has long been the backbone of daily life here, with farming operations — including livestock raising and row-crop cultivation — shaping both the landscape and local livelihoods. Residents of Fortuna typically travel to nearby Versailles or California for expanded shopping, dining, and services, while enjoying the peacefulness and space that rural Morgan County living provides.

Transportation

Fortuna is accessible via Missouri state highways that traverse Morgan County, connecting the community to larger regional corridors and neighboring towns. U.S. Highway 50, a major east-west artery through central Missouri, passes through the broader region and provides convenient access to Jefferson City and Kansas City. The nearest commercial airport serving the area is Columbia Regional Airport (COU) in Columbia, Missouri, roughly 40 miles to the northeast, while Jefferson City Memorial Airport offers general aviation services closer to home.

History

Fortuna, like many small Missouri communities, was established in the late 19th century during a period of agricultural settlement and rural expansion across central Missouri. The town grew around farming and the social institutions — churches, schools, and local commerce — that supported rural life in Morgan County. Over the decades, Fortuna has remained a stable, tight-knit community even as broader demographic and economic shifts reshaped many of Missouri's rural towns.

Did you know?

One little-known aspect of Fortuna is that its name, meaning 'fortune' or 'luck,' reflects the optimistic spirit with which many 19th-century American settlers named their new communities, hoping for prosperity on the Missouri frontier. With barely 0.02 square miles of water in its entire 30-square-mile expanse, Fortuna stands as one of the more landlocked communities in a state otherwise celebrated for its rivers and lakes.

ZIP codes for Fortuna, MO (1)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
65034	Fortuna	Morgan	View map

Demographics & statistics

820

Population

31.8

Median age

$44,079

Median household income

$16,258

Per capita income

$96,100

Median home value

Median monthly rent

87.8%

Home ownership

56.7%

Poverty rate

0.0%

Unemployment

253

Housing units

7.8%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

Under 5

5–9

10–14

15–19

20–24

25–34

101

45–54

55–59

60–64

65–74

75–84

85+

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Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	231	28.2%
18 and over	589	71.8%
65 and over	211	25.7%
Median age	31.8 years

Race & ethnicity

White 100%

Group	Count	%
White	820	100%

Household income

Under $10k 3.8%

$15k–$25k 32.6%

$25k–$35k 9.4%

$35k–$50k 31.6%

$50k–$75k 9.0%

$75k–$100k 4.2%

$100k–$150k 2.8%

$150k–$200k 4.9%

$200k+ 1.7%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	3.8%
$15k–$25k	32.6%
$25k–$35k	9.4%
$35k–$50k	31.6%
$50k–$75k	9.0%
$75k–$100k	4.2%
$100k–$150k	2.8%
$150k–$200k	4.9%
$200k+	1.7%
Median income	$44,079

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 20.9%

$50k–$100k 43.1%

$100k–$150k 2.4%

$150k–$200k 4.3%

$200k–$300k 9.1%

$300k–$500k 20.2%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$96,100
Median rent / month	$0
Owner occupied	87.8%
Renter occupied	12.2%
Vacant	0.0%
Single-family detached	72.6%
Large apartment buildings	0.0%
Mobile homes	27.4%
Median rooms	5.9
Avg household size (owned)	2.26

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.0%
2010–2019	10.8%
2000–2009	2.8%
1990–1999	34.0%
1980–1989	12.2%
1970–1979	30.9%
1960–1969	0.0%
1950–1959	0.0%
1940–1949	3.8%
1939 or earlier	5.6%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	0.0%
1 bedroom	2.4%
2 bedrooms	16.3%
3 bedrooms	58.0%
4 bedrooms	23.3%
5+ bedrooms	0.0%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	24.0%
1 vehicle	42.7%
2 vehicles	10.4%
3 or more	22.9%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	2.8%
Electricity	35.1%
Propane / LP gas	44.1%
Wood	18.1%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	233	80.9%
Cohabiting couple	0	0.0%
Male householder, no spouse	20	6.9%
Female householder, no spouse	35	12.2%
Households with children under 18	55	19.1%
Households with seniors (65+)	148	51.4%
Average household size	2.85

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	15.5%	28.5%
Married	84.5%	61.7%
Separated	0.0%	0.0%
Widowed	0.0%	4.2%
Divorced	0.0%	5.6%

Education

Less than 9th grade 14.9%

Some HS, no diploma 14.7%

HS graduate 27.1%

Some college, no degree 13.5%

Associate's degree 22.1%

Bachelor's degree 1.9%

Graduate / professional 5.8%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	70.4%
Bachelor's or higher	7.8%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	0	0.0%
Kindergarten	41	27.2%
Elementary school	107	70.9%
High school	3	2.0%
College / grad school	0	0.0%

Employment

Industry of employment

Construction 40.5%

Manufacturing 32.8%

Professional & management 19.1%

Agriculture & mining 6.1%

Education & healthcare 1.5%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	15.3%
Service	16.0%
Sales & office	22.9%
Natural resources & construction	42.7%
Production & transportation	3.1%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	78.6%
Government	0.0%
Self-employed	21.4%
Unpaid family workers	0.0%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	55.7%
Carpool	28.2%
Public transit	0.0%
Walk	13.0%
Other means	3.1%
Avg commute (minutes)	41.3

Poverty

All people 56.7%

Under 18 years 77.9%

18 and over 48.4%

Married-couple families 38.6%

Female-led households 0.0%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	55.9%
Retirement income	44.1%
Supplemental Security	0.0%
Cash public assistance	3.1%
Food stamps / SNAP	13.2%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	33.4%
High cholesterol	35.3%
Heart disease	8.4%
Stroke	4.1%
Asthma	10.6%
Arthritis	29.8%
Kidney disease	3.4%
Pulmonary disease	11.3%
Cancer	6.7%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	16.6%
No physical activity	31.0%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	34.3%
Fair or poor health	21.6%
Poor mental health	18.1%
Poor physical health	14.7%
No health insurance	21.0%
Visited doctor (checkup)	71.0%
Visited dentist	48.9%
Cholesterol screening	84.8%
Teeth loss	24.5%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	84	14.3%

Disability	%
Any disability	37.8%
Under 18	0.0%
18–64 years	54.2%
65 and over	49.8%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	29.4%
Public insurance	71.5%
Uninsured under 19	22.1%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	756	92.2%
Spanish	21	2.8%
Other Indo-European	0	0.0%
Asian & Pacific Islander	21	2.8%
Other languages	0	0.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	820	100.0%
Born in same state	820	100.0%
Born in different state	647	78.9%
Foreign born	0	0.0%
Naturalized citizen	0	0.0%
Not a US citizen	0	0.0%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
French	62	7.6%
Italian	17	2.1%

Ancestry	Count	%
Polish	8	1%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	35.1%
Internet access	62.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ZIP code for Fortuna, MO?

Fortuna, MO has one ZIP code: 65034.

What is the main ZIP code for Fortuna, MO?

The primary ZIP code for Fortuna, MO is 65034. The city uses area code 660 for phone service.

What county is Fortuna, MO in?

Fortuna is located in Morgan County, Missouri.

How many ZIP codes are in Fortuna, MO?

Fortuna, MO has 1 ZIP code.

What is the ZIP code for downtown Fortuna, Missouri?

Downtown Fortuna, Missouri is located in ZIP code 65034, which serves the central business district and historic core of this Morgan County community.

What ZIP code should I use for mailing to businesses in Fortuna, MO?

All businesses and residences in Fortuna, Missouri use ZIP code 65034 for mailing addresses.