Purcell is a city located in Jasper County, in the state of Missouri (MO), United States. Nestled in the West North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 0.4 square miles (1.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 965 ft. With a population of approximately 357 residents, Purcell offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.3% males and 50.7% females, and it has a population density of 850.00 people per square mile (328.19/km²). Purcell lies at a latitude of 37.24 and a longitude of -94.44, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (31.7%), followed by English (7.6%), German (16.2%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 64857.