Joplin, Missouri
Joplin: The most populous city in Jasper County, Missouri.
About
Joplin is a city located in the county of Jasper in the U.S. state of Missouri. Its population at the 2010 census was 50,150 and a population density of 525 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 50,956 inhabitants.
The city was created 153 years ago in 1872.
Quick Facts about Joplin
| Population | 50,956 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Missouri (United States) |
| County | Jasper County |
| Postal code | 64801–64804 |
| Phone Area Codes | 417 |
| Area | 95.56 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.0842,-94.5133 |
| Altitude | 1,004 feet / 306 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1873 (153 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 09:04:12 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 533 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 1.58% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 76℉ Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Joplin is located at 37°5'3"N 94°30'48"W (37.0842300, -94.5132800).
Joplin map
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Weather
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Joplin
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Joplin increased by 1.58% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 50,150 | - | census |
| 2011 | 48,350 | -3.72% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 48,483 | 0.27% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 48,896 | 0.84% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 49,402 | 1.02% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 49,780 | 0.76% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 50,192 | 0.82% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 50,469 | 0.55% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 50,604 | 0.27% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 50,925 | 0.63% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 50,956 | 0.06% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Joplin
1Joplin City Hall
602 S Main St, Joplin, MO 64801 View details
Phone: +14176240820 | Website available
2Duquesne City Hall
1501 N Duquesne Rd, Joplin, MO 64801 View details
Phone: +14177815085
People born in Joplin (79)
People born in Joplin, including racecar driver Travis Webb, writer and social activist Langston Hughes, US journalist Jane Grant, .
More notable people
- Mel Purcell (US tennis player) he was born in 18/07/1959
- Glen Glenn (American musician) he was born in 24/10/1934
- Dennis Weaver (American actor (1924-2006)) he was born in 04/06/1924
- Robert Cummings (American film and television actor) he was born in 09/06/1908
- Percy Wenrich (American composer) he was born in 23/01/1887
- Scott Elbert (American baseball player) he was born in 13/08/1985
- Billy Cook (American mass murderer) he was born in 23/12/1928
- Mrs. Miller (American singer) she was born in 05/10/1907
- Carl Pomerance (American mathematician) he was born in 24/11/1944
- Jamie McMurray (American racing driver) he was born in 03/06/1976
- Charles McPherson (American jazz alto saxophonist) he was born in 24/07/1939
- Hale Irwin (American golfer) he was born in 03/06/1945
- Jack Jewsbury (American soccer player) he was born in 13/04/1981
- John Conover Nichols (politician and lawyer (1896-1945)) he was born in 31/08/1896
- Mike Caro (American poker player) he was born in 16/05/1944
- Robert R. Casey (Texas politician) he was born in 27/07/1915
- Roger Garrison (American economist) he was born in 01/01/1944
- Pauline Starke (American actress (1901-1977)) she was born in 10/01/1901
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Joplin, MO. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 409120 | Franklin Technology Center Adult Education | Joplin (MO) | 64801 |
| 419280 | New Dimensions School of Hair Design | Joplin (MO) | 64801-5017 |
| 178679 | Ozark Christian College | Joplin (MO) | 64801 |
| 490601 | Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences-Joplin | Joplin (MO) | 64804-1598 |
| 178341 | Missouri Southern State University | Joplin (MO) | 64801-1595 |
Closest post offices linked to Joplin.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Joplin Post Office | Joplin (MO) | 64801 |
| Joplin Station A Post Office | Joplin (MO) | 64804 |
| Saginaw Post Office | Saginaw (MO) | 64864 |
| Webb City Post Office | Webb City (MO) | 64870 |
| Duenweg Post Office | Duenweg (MO) | 64841 |
Other cities in Jasper County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Jasper County , MO. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Carthage | 14,732 | City in Missouri |
| Webb City | 12,134 | City in Missouri |
| Carl Junction | 8,430 | City in Jasper County, Missouri, United States |
| Oronogo | 2,666 | City in Jasper County, Missoury |
| Carterville | 1,965 | City in Jasper County, Missouri, United States of America |
| Duquesne | 1,689 | City in Jasper County, Missouri, United States of America |
| Sarcoxie | 1,549 | City in Jasper County, Missouri, United States |
| Duenweg | 1,371 | City in Jasper County, Missouri, United States |
| Jasper | 966 | City in Missouri, United States |
| Airport Drive | 862 | City in Jasper County, Missouri, United States of America |
| Alba | 537 | City in Jasper County, Missouri, United States |
| Purcell | 424 | City in Missouri |
| Carytown | 283 | Village in the United States |
| Fidelity | 268 | Village in the United States |
| Asbury | 215 | City in Jasper County, Missouri, United States |
| Neck City | 195 | City in Jasper County, Missouri, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Joplin distances to largest Missouri cities