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Missouri currently has no law that states a minimum age. Georgia, Illiniois, Maryland and Oregon are a few of the states with very specific ages. Typically 8 year olds and over can be left at home for up to several hours (usually after school before a parent gets home from work). 12 years old appears to be the most common recommendation. http://www.latchkey-kids.com/latchkey-kids-age-limits.htm provides a state by state comparison.
Teens may legally leave home when they reach the age of majority. The age of majority in most states is 18 years old, except for the following: 1  In Alabama and Nebraska, the age of majority is 19.  In Mississippi, the age of majority is 21.