Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO

Bellefontaine Neighbors, Missouri

Introduction to Bellefontaine Neighbors, Missouri

Bellefontaine Neighbors, Missouri, in St. Louis county, is located 6 miles SE of Florissant, Missouri (center to center) and is 8 miles N of St. Louis, Missouri. The city is included in the Saint Louis metropolitan area. As of the year 2000 census, 11,271 people resided in Bellefontaine Neighbors.

Bellefontaine Neighbors History

Bellefontaine Neighbors is a city located in the Saint Louis metro area. The region was invaded by the Spanish in the early 18th century, and they eventually settled down in the area. The urban settlement was founded in the North St. Louis County in the middle of the 19th century. The city of Bellefontaine Neighbors was first incorporated in 1950. It experienced tremendous growth during the period of 1950 to 1960.

Bellefontaine Neighbors and nearby Attractions

• Saint Louis Holocaust Museum
• Saint Louis Science Center
• Scott Joplin House State Historic Site
• Frank Holten State Recreation Area
• Mississippi River State Fish & Wildlife Area
• Pere Marquette State Park

Things To Do In Bellefontaine Neighbors

While in the city of Bellefontaine Neighbors, one can visit the various recreational parks which include the Pere Marquette State Park and the Frank Holten State Recreation Area. The Mississippi River State Fish & Wildlife Area is a major tourist attraction where one can spend time in the midst of nature. The city also offers easy access to several museums where one can learn about the historical and cultural background of the place.

Bellefontaine Neighbors Transportation

Air transportation can be availed from the Lambert-Saint Louis International Airport.

Bellefontaine Neighbors Higher Education

Higher educational opportunities are available through Southern Illinois University, University of Missouri, Washington University, and Webster University.

High Points

Bellefontaine Neighbors strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Missouri):

Category	Trophy
Public Transportation Use (vs. State)	Top 6%
Racial Diversity (vs. State)	Top 12%
Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State)	Top 13%
People in Middle Class or Better (vs. State)	Top 17%
Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State)	Top 18%

Comparative Profile of Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO

Comparing Bellefontaine Neighbors to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Missouri (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Female Share of the Population
Senior Citizens
Well-Paid Single Women
Age of the Population
Racial Diversity
Well-Paid Single Men
Children Under 5 Years Old
Male Share of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty
Median Family Income
College Educated Adults

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home
Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Living Alone
Affordability of Property Taxes
Affordability of Rents
Housing Recently Built
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

Bellefontaine Neighbors Almanac

Bellefontaine Neighbors Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Bellefontaine Neighbors Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Nearby Cities and Towns

Bellefontaine Neighbors Colleges

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