Jefferson City, Missouri
Jefferson City: The capital of Missouri. It is located on the east bank of the Missouri River in the central part of the state. Jefferson City is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Missouri State Capitol and the Jefferson City Museum of History and Art.
About
Jefferson City is a city located in the county of Cole in the U.S. state of Missouri. Its population at the 2010 census was 43,079 and a population density of 441 people per km². After 9 years in 2019 city had an estimated population of 42,708 inhabitants.
The city was created 203 years ago in 1820.
Quick Facts about Jefferson City
Population : | 42,708 (2019) |
Country : | United States of America |
State : | Missouri (United States) |
County : | Cole County |
Postal code : | 65101–65111 |
Phone Area Codes : | 573 |
Area : | 97.66 km2 |
Named for : | Thomas Jefferson |
Altitude : | 630 feet / 192 meters |
Capital city : | Jefferson City is capital of Missouri |
Establishment : | January 01, 1821 (203 years ago) |
Time Zone : | UTC−06:00 |
Local time : | 03:29:35 (3rd December 2024) |
Density : | 437 Pop. per km² as of 2019 |
Population growth : | -0.87% (2010-2019) |
Geography
Jefferson City is located at 38°34'36"N 92°10'25"W (38.5767000, -92.1735200).
Jefferson City map
- Official Website
Official website of Jefferson City
Demographics
According to census records, the population of Jefferson City decreased by 0.87% in 9 years.
Year | Population | % Change | Method |
2010 | 43,079 | - | census |
2011 | 43,354 | 0.63% | estimation process |
2012 | 43,268 | -0.2% | estimation process |
2013 | 43,333 | 0.15% | estimation process |
2014 | 43,176 | -0.36% | estimation process |
2015 | 43,211 | 0.08% | estimation process |
2016 | 43,022 | -0.44% | estimation process |
2017 | 42,902 | -0.28% | estimation process |
2018 | 42,813 | -0.21% | estimation process |
2019 | 42,708 | -0.25% | estimation process |
Other Places in Jefferson City
1 Missouri Department of Agriculture
1616 Missouri Blvd, Jefferson City, MO 65109, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 US Animal Plant Health Inspctn
1715 Southridge Dr, Jefferson City, MO 65109, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Weights & Measures Division
1616 Missouri Blvd, Jefferson City, MO 65109, United States ➦ Show Map
☎ +15737514316 🔗 Url
4 US Rural Development
1911 Boggs Creek Rd, Jefferson City, MO 65101, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 US Consolidated Farm Services Agency
1911 Boggs Creek Rd, Jefferson City, MO 65101, United States ➦ Show Map
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6 Animal Health Division
1616 Missouri Blvd, Jefferson City, MO 65109, United States ➦ Show Map
☎ +15737513377 🔗 Url
People born in Jefferson City (67)
People born in Jefferson City, including electrical engineer Jack Kilby, Shot Putter Christian Cantwell, actor and comedian Cedric the Entertainer, .
List
- William Rose (American screenwriter) he was born in 12/12/1914
- Blaine Luetkemeyer (American politician) he was born in 07/05/1952
- Chester Himes (novelist) he was born in 01/01/1909
- Maya Moore (American professional basketball player) she was born in 11/06/1989
- Paul Miller (American basketball player, born 1982) he was born in 17/11/1982
- Rebecca Neuenswander (American actress) she was born in 01/01/2000
- Harold Lee Volkmer (politician (1931-2011)) he was born in 04/04/1931
- Napoleon McCallum (All-American college football player, professional football player, running back, College Football Hall of Fame member) he was born in 06/10/1963
- Sterling P. Strong (American politician) he was born in 17/08/1862
- Deborah Digges (American writer) she was born in 06/02/1950
- Joe Crede (American baseball player) he was born in 26/04/1978
- Charlie Weber (American actor) he was born in 20/09/1978
- Clint Robinson (American baseball player) he was born in 16/02/1985
- Sam LeCure (baseball player from the United States) he was born in 04/05/1984
- Steve Rogers (American baseball player) he was born in 26/10/1949
- Jamaal Tatum (American basketball player, played collegiately for the Southern Illinois Salukis) he was born in 13/09/1984
- Justin Smith (American football player, linebacker, defensive end) he was born in 30/09/1979
- Mishael Abbott (racecar driver) she was born in 21/06/1981
Schools in Jefferson City
College & universities near Jefferson City, MO
Code | Name | City | ZIP |
---|---|---|---|
177940 | Lincoln University | Jefferson City (MO) | 65101 |
Stations (4)
Amtrak & bus stations near Jefferson City, MO
Code | Name | Address | Type |
---|---|---|---|
JEF | Jefferson City | 101 Jefferson Street | RAIL |
HEM | Hermann | Wharf & Gutenberg Sts. | RAIL |
SED | Sedalia | 100 block of Main Street, through parking lot | RAIL |
WAH | Washington | 301 West Front St. | RAIL |
Post offices near Jefferson City
Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
---|---|---|
Jefferson City Post Office | Jefferson City (MO) | 65101 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Jefferson City , Tennessee town in Jefferson County, Tennessee, United States with a population of 8,194 people.
Other cities in Cole County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Cole County , MO.
City Name | Population | Title |
---|---|---|
Marion | 2,164 | Human settlement in United States of America |
Wardsville | 1,570 | Human settlement in Cole County, Missouri, United States of America |
Saint Martins | 1,204 | City in Cole County, MO |
Taos | 1,134 | City in Cole County, Missouri, United States |
Russellville | 827 | City in Missouri, USA |
Centertown | 288 | Village in Cole County, Missouri, United States |
Saint Thomas | 273 | City in Cole County, Missouri, United States of America |
Honey Creek | 217 | Unincorporated community in Missouri |
Lohman | 168 | City in Cole County, Missouri, United States |
Eugene | 151 | Community in Missouri, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Jefferson City distances to largest Missouri cities