Jefferson City, Missouri
Jefferson City: The capital of Missouri.
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 205 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 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.5767,-92.1735 |
| Named for | Thomas Jefferson |
| Altitude | 630 feet / 192 meters |
| Capital city | Jefferson City is capital of Missouri |
| Establishment | January 01, 1821 (205 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Local time | 12:00:49 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 437 Pop. per km² as of 2019 |
| Population growth | -0.87% (2010-2019) |
| Weather | 66℉ Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Jefferson City is located at 38°34'36"N 92°10'25"W (38.5767000, -92.1735200).
Jefferson City map
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
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 |
Services and Civic Places in Jefferson City
1Missouri Department of Agriculture
1616 Missouri Blvd, Jefferson City, MO 65109, United States View details
Phone: +15737514211 | Website available
2US Animal Plant Health Inspctn
1715 Southridge Dr, Jefferson City, MO 65109, United States View details
Phone: +15736363116 | Website available
3Animal Health Division
1616 Missouri Blvd, Jefferson City, MO 65109, United States View details
Phone: +15737513377 | Website available
4Weights & Measures Division
1616 Missouri Blvd, Jefferson City, MO 65109, United States View details
Phone: +15737514316 | Website available
5US Rural Development
1911 Boggs Creek Rd, Jefferson City, MO 65101, United States View details
Phone: +15736598732 | Website available
6US Consolidated Farm Services Agency
1911 Boggs Creek Rd, Jefferson City, MO 65101, United States View details
Phone: +15738935196 | Website available
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, .
More notable people
- 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
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Jefferson City, MO. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 177940 | Lincoln University | Jefferson City (MO) | 65101 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Jefferson City, MO. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| 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 |
Closest post offices linked to Jefferson City.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson City Post Office | Jefferson City (MO) | 65101 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- 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