Poplar Bluff, Missouri
Poplar Bluff: city in Butler County in Southeast Missouri, United States
About
Poplar Bluff is a city located in the county of Butler in the U.S. state of Missouri. Its population at the 2010 census was 17,023 and a population density of 498 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 16,807 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Poplar Bluff
| Population | 16,807 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Missouri (United States) |
| County | Butler County |
| Postal code | 63901–63902 |
| Phone Area Codes | 573 |
| Area | 34.22 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.7570,-90.3929 |
| Altitude | 361 feet / 110 meters |
| Capital city | Poplar Bluff is capital of Butler County |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 16:58:56 (11th April 2026) |
| Density | 491 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.29% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 82℉ Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Poplar Bluff is located at 36°45'25"N 90°23'34"W (36.7570000, -90.3928900).
Poplar Bluff map
Weather
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. Southeast wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Poplar Bluff
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Poplar Bluff decreased by 1.29% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 17,023 | - | census |
| 2011 | 17,112 | 0.52% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 17,118 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 17,123 | 0.03% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 17,086 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 17,079 | -0.04% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 17,106 | 0.16% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 17,020 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 16,987 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 16,937 | -0.3% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 16,807 | -0.77% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Poplar Bluff
1Poplar Bluff Municipal Court
501 Vine St, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901 View details
Phone: +15736868679 | Website available
2Poplar Bluff City Hall
501 Vine St, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901 View details
Phone: +15737857474 | Website available
3US Agricultural Department
4327 Highway 67 N, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901, United States View details
Phone: +15737858416 | Website available
People born in Poplar Bluff (20)
People born in Poplar Bluff, including basketball player Ben Hansbrough, journalist Charles Jaco, musician Glyn Paque, .
More notable people
- Linda Bloodworth-Thomason (American writer and television producer) she was born in 15/04/1947
- Don Martin (American basketball player) he was born in 07/02/1920
- Scott Innes (American actor) he was born in 01/10/1966
- Archie League (American World War II pilot) he was born in 19/08/1907
- Billie G. Kanell (United States Army Medal of Honor recipient) he was born in 26/06/1931
- Brent Little (American football player) he was born in 03/04/1983
- Frank Barnitz (American politician) he was born in 17/03/1968
- J.C. Kuessner (American politician) he was born in 13/11/1942
- Kenneth Dement (American football player (1933-2013)) he was born in 13/02/1933
- Tim Lollar (American baseball player) he was born in 17/03/1956
- Leroy Griffith (American film producer) he was born in 26/03/1932
- Jamie Teachenor (American Singer-Songwriter)
- Ken Reed (Canadian football player) he was born in 24/11/1941
- Peter Elish (American Slovene politician) he was born in 23/06/1914
- Gregg Jones (American journalist and author) he was born in 01/01/1959
- Kameron Misner (American baseball player) he was born in 08/01/1998
- Nick Nixon (American country music singer and songwriter) he was born in 20/03/1939
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Poplar Bluff, MO. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 179645 | Three Rivers College | Poplar Bluff (MO) | 63901 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Poplar Bluff, MO. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PBF | Poplar Bluff | 400 South Main St. | RAIL |
| WNR | Walnut Ridge | 109 Southwest Front Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Poplar Bluff.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Poplar Blu Post Office | Poplar Bluff (MO) | 63901 |
Other cities in Butler County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Butler County , MO.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Neelyville | 470 | City in Butler County, Missouri, United States |
| Qulin | 459 | City in Butler County, Missouri, United States |
| Osborn | 408 | Human settlement in Missouri, United States of America |
| Fisk | 329 | Town in Missouri |
Distance to Other Cities
Poplar Bluff distances to largest Missouri cities