Joplin, Missouri
Joplin: The most populous city in Jasper County, Missouri. It is located on the Joplin Creek in southwestern Missouri. Joplin is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Joplin Museum of Art and the Joplin Little Theatre.
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 150 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 |
| Altitude : | 1,004 feet / 306 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1873 (150 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 11:49:53 (29th November 2023) |
| Density : | 533 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 1.58% (2010-2020) |
| Weather : | 57℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Joplin is located at 37°5'3"N 94°30'48"W (37.0842300, -94.5132800).
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Weather
Joplin forecast: Mostly sunny. High near 57, with temperatures falling to around 53 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 8 to 12 mph. more
- Official Website
Official website of Joplin
Demographics
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 |
People born in Joplin (79)
People born in Joplin, including racecar driver Travis Webb, writer and social activist Langston Hughes, US journalist Jane Grant, .
List
- 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
Schools in Joplin
College & universities near Joplin, MO
| 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 |
Post offices near 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
