St. Louis, Missouri
St. Louis: The second most populous city in Missouri and the center of the St.
About
St. Louis is a city located in the county of City of Saint Louis in the U.S. state of Missouri. Its population at the 2010 census was 319,257 and a population density of 1,866 people per km². After 5 years in 2015 city had an estimated population of 315,685 inhabitants.
The city was created 262 years ago in 1763.
St. Louis is a major city located along the Mississippi River in eastern Missouri. With over 315,000 residents, it is the second largest city in the state.
Founded as a French fur trading post in the 1760s, St. Louis still reflects its European roots in its architecture, culture, and food scene. Baseball and beer are also ingrained in the city's identity.
Top Attractions and Activities
Gateway Arch
This iconic 630-foot stainless steel arch overlooking the riverfront commemorates St. Louis' role in westward expansion. You can take a tram to the top.
St. Louis Zoo
One of the top free zoos in the country, it houses diverse exotic exhibits like the McDonnell Polar Bear Point. The St. Louis Zoo is located in massive Forest Park.
Missouri Botanical Garden
Founded in 1859, this is one of the oldest botanical gardens in the U.S. See colorful floral displays across 79 acres including a 14-acre Japanese garden.
Anheuser-Busch Brewery
Take a free tour of the historic brewery to see the Clydesdale stables, brew house, and sampling room.
St. Louis Cardinals Baseball
Catch a baseball game at Busch Stadium downtown and tour the team's Hall of Fame museum.
Planning Your Visit
Spring and fall have mild weather perfect for enjoying the city. St. Louis gets hot, humid summers and cold winters.
Downtown offers large chain hotels, while quaint inns and B&Bs are found in neighborhoods. Lightrail and buses serve tourists.
Quick Facts about St. Louis
| Population | 315,685 (2015) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Missouri (United States) |
| County | City of Saint Louis |
| Different from | St. Louis County, St. Louis County |
| Area | 171.13 km2 |
| Official name | Saint-Louis, St. Louis |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.6273,-90.1979 |
| Named for | Louis IX of France |
| Altitude | 466 feet / 142 meters |
| Capital city | St. Louis is capital of Missouri Territory |
| Establishment | January 01, 1764 (262 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−05:00, Central Time Zone, UTC−06:00 |
| Local time | 03:19:31 (21st April 2026) |
| Density | 1,845 Pop. per km² as of 2015 |
| Population growth | -1.13% (2010-2015) |
| Weather | 80℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
St. Louis is located at 38°37'38"N 90°11'52"W (38.6272700, -90.1978900).
St. Louis map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 80. Southwest wind 6 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of St. Louis decreased by 1.13% in 5 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1810 | 1,600 | - | estimation process |
| 1830 | 4,977 | 67.85% | census |
| 1840 | 16,469 | 69.78% | estimation process |
| 1850 | 77,860 | 78.85% | estimation process |
| 1860 | 160,773 | 51.57% | census |
| 1870 | 310,864 | 48.28% | census |
| 1880 | 350,518 | 11.31% | estimation process |
| 1890 | 451,770 | 22.41% | census |
| 1900 | 575,238 | 21.46% | estimation process |
| 1910 | 687,029 | 16.27% | estimation process |
| 1920 | 772,897 | 11.11% | estimation process |
| 1930 | 821,960 | 5.97% | census |
| 1940 | 816,048 | -0.72% | estimation process |
| 1950 | 856,796 | 4.76% | census |
| 1960 | 750,026 | -14.24% | estimation process |
| 1970 | 622,236 | -20.54% | census |
| 1980 | 453,805 | -37.12% | estimation process |
| 1990 | 396,685 | -14.4% | estimation process |
| 2000 | 348,189 | -13.93% | estimation process |
| 2010 | 319,257 | -9.06% | estimation process |
| 2011 | 319,147 | -0.03% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 319,112 | -0.01% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 318,416 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 315,685 | -0.87% | demographic balance |
Best Things to Do in St. Louis
1Forest Park
5595 Grand Dr, St. Louis, MO 63112, United States View details
Website available
2Saint Louis Zoo
1 Government Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110, United States View details
Phone: +13147810900 | Website available
3City Museum
750 N 16th St, St. Louis, MO 63103, United States View details
Phone: +13142312489 | Website available
4The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum
516 S Kirkwood Rd, St. Louis, MO 63122, United States View details
Phone: +13148228900 | Website available
5St. Louis Arch/Riverfront
Poplar St, St. Louis, MO 63102, United States View details
Phone: +18779821410 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in St. Louis
1St. Louis City Hall
1200 Market St, St. Louis, MO 63103 View details
Phone: +13146224800 | Website available
2St Louis Collector of Revenue
1200 Market St, St. Louis, MO 63103 View details
Phone: +13146224111 | Website available
3University City Hall
6801 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63130 View details
Phone: +13148626767 | Website available
4Berkeley City Hall
8425 Airport Rd, St. Louis, MO 63134 View details
Phone: +13145243313 | Website available
5Shrewsbury City Hall
5200 Shrewsbury Ave, St. Louis, MO 63119 View details
Phone: +13146475795 | Website available
6USDA Rural Development
4300 Goodfellow Blvd # 105C, St. Louis, MO 63120, United States View details
Phone: +18004141226 | Website available
7City of Pagedale City Hall
1420 Ferguson Ave, St. Louis, MO 63133 View details
Phone: +13147261200 | Website available
8Bella Villa City Hall
751 Ave H, St. Louis, MO 63125 View details
Phone: +13146388840 | Website available
9Country Club Hills City Hall
7422 Eunice Ave, St. Louis, MO 63136 View details
Phone: +13142610845 | Website available
10St Louis City Mayor's Office
1200 Market St, St. Louis, MO 63103 View details
Phone: +13146223201 | Website available
People born in St. Louis (200)
People born in St. Louis, including actress and singer Nikki Boyer, screenwriter, director, and producer John Milius, psychologist and computer scientist J. C. R. Licklider, .
More notable people
- Kevin Kline (American actor) he was born in 24/10/1947
- Bob Gordon (American musician) he was born in 11/06/1928
- Barbara O'Neil (actress) she was born in 17/07/1910
- Eddie Hopson (American boxer) he was born in 30/06/1971
- Martha Gellhorn (journalist from the United States) she was born in 08/11/1908
- Josephine Baker (American-born French dancer, singer, and actress (1906-1975)) she was born in 03/06/1906
- Dewey Jackson (American jazz musician) he was born in 21/06/1900
- Charles Eames (American designer) he was born in 17/06/1907
- Roger D. Kornberg (American biochemist) he was born in 24/04/1947
- Steven Chu (American physicist, former United States Secretary of Energy, Nobel laureate) he was born in 28/02/1948
- Lawrence Lewis (American politician (1879-1943)) he was born in 22/06/1879
- David Bodian (American medical scientist) he was born in 15/05/1910
- William S. Burroughs (American novelist, short story writer, essayist, painter, and spoken word performer (1914-1997)) he was born in 05/02/1914
- Taylor Momsen (American musician, singer, model, actress) she was born in 26/07/1993
- Butch Buchholz (US tennis player) he was born in 16/09/1940
- Dan Potthast (musician) he was born in 09/10/1972
- John Goodman (American actor, voice artist, and comedian) he was born in 20/06/1952
- Vincent Price (American actor) he was born in 27/05/1911
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to St. Louis, MO. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 178767 | Stevens-The Institute of Business & Arts | Saint Louis (MO) | 63103 |
| 177551 | Harris-Stowe State University | Saint Louis (MO) | 63103-2136 |
| 179159 | Saint Louis University | Saint Louis (MO) | 63103-2097 |
| 176600 | Aquinas Institute of Theology | Saint Louis (MO) | 63108-3323 |
Nearby Transit Stations (9)
Rail and bus stations connected to St. Louis, MO. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| STL | Gateway Transportation Center | 551 South 16th St. | RAIL |
| KWD | Kirkwood | 110 West Argonne Dr. | RAIL |
| ALN | Alton | 3400 College Ave. | RAIL |
| WAH | Washington | 301 West Front St. | RAIL |
| CRV | Carlinville | 128 Alton Rd. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to St. Louis.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Henry W Wheeler Post Office | Saint Louis (MO) | 63101 |
Distance to Other Cities
St. Louis distances to largest Missouri cities
- Kansas City
- Columbia
- Independence
- East Independence
- Lee's Summit
- Castle Point
- O'Fallon
- Saint Joseph
- Saint Charles
- Saint Peters
- Blue Springs
- Joplin
- Florissant
- Chesterfield
- Wentzville
- Jefferson City
- Cape Girardeau
- Oakville
Map & Images (more maps)
Saint Louis Downtown Transport Map
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Saint Louis Metro System Map (subway)
