Saint James, Missouri
Saint James: City in Phelps County, Missouri, United States
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Saint James is a city located in the county of Phelps in the U.S. state of Missouri. Its population at the 2010 census was 4,216 and a population density of 380 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,006 inhabitants.
St. James is a city in Phelps County, Missouri, United States. The population was 4,216 at the 2010 census.
St. James is located on U.S. Route 65 near the Kansas state line, approximately fifteen miles north of Rolla and twenty miles south of Springfield. The town is named for St. James Parish in Louisiana, from which many residents had migrated to Missouri in the 1850s after the Louisiana Purchase.
The area around St. James was first settled by European Americans in 1848; however, it was not until 1856 that a post office was established in the community under the name "Mount Vernon". The name Mount Vernon was later changed to "St. James" after one of its early settlers, John Sappington Marmaduke (1793–1859). In 1861, St. James incorporated as an independent town; however this status did not last long as it became part of Chula Vista Township three years later in 1864 before regaining its independence once again in 1868 when it incorporated as a fourth class city (under Missouri law).
Today, St. James is known as "The City That Lights Up," due to its abundant streetlights and other well-lit areas within the city limits. This is because St. James prides itself on being a safe place for families and children to live—and there are few things more important than making sure your kids are safe at night!
Quick Facts about Saint James
| Population : | 4,006 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Missouri (United States) |
| County : | Phelps County |
| Area : | 11.09 km2 |
| Altitude : | 1,093 feet / 333 meters |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 16:28:14 (24th April 2024) |
| Postal code : | 65559 |
| Density : | 361 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -5.24% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Saint James is located at 37°59'50"N 91°36'52"W (37.9972600, -91.6143200).
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Official website of Saint James
Demographics
According to census records, the population of Saint James decreased by 5.24% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 4,216 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,212 | -0.09% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,180 | -0.77% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 4,161 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,147 | -0.34% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,123 | -0.58% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,112 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,064 | -1.18% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,049 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,034 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,006 | -0.7% | estimation process |
People born in Saint James (1)
American philanthropist Lucy Wortham James was born in Saint James
Schools in Saint James
College & universities near Saint James, MO
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 179052 | Rolla Technical Institute/Center | Rolla (MO) | 65401 |
| 245421 | Metro Business College-Rolla | Rolla (MO) | 65401 |
| 178411 | Missouri University of Science and Technology | Rolla (MO) | 65409 |
| 179195 | Salem College of Hairstyling | Rolla (MO) | 65401 |
| 417725 | Central College of Cosmetology | Saint Robert (MO) | 65584 |
Stations (3)
Amtrak & bus stations near Saint James, MO
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| JEF | Jefferson City | 101 Jefferson Street | RAIL |
| HEM | Hermann | Wharf & Gutenberg Sts. | RAIL |
| WAH | Washington | 301 West Front St. | RAIL |
Post offices near Saint James
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Jam Post Office | Saint James (MO) | 65559 |
| Rolla Post Office | Rolla (MO) | 65401 |
| Vichy Post Office | Vichy (MO) | 65580 |
| Cuba Post Office | Cuba (MO) | 65453 |
| W Post Office | Wesco (MO) | 65586 |
Other places with the same name (4)
- Saint James , North Carolina town in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States with a population of 6,607 people.
- Saint James , Michigan census-designated place in Michigan, United States with a population of 363 people.
- Saint James , Minnesota city in and the county seat of Watonwan County, Minnesota, United States with a population of 262 people.
Other cities in Phelps County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Phelps County , MO.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Rolla | 20,437 | City in Phelps County, Missouri, United States |
| Doolittle | 595 | City in Phelps County, Missouri, United States |
| Newburg | 432 | City in Phelps County, Missouri, United States |
| Edgar Springs | 196 | City in Phelps County, Missouri, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Saint James distances to largest Missouri cities
