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Black Jack, MO


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Black Jack, Missouri

Introduction to Black Jack, Missouritate

Black Jack, Missouri, in St. Louis county, is located 3 miles E of Florissant, Missouri (center to center) and is 11 miles N of St. Louis, Missouri. The city is included in the Saint Louis metropolitan area. As of the year 2000 census, 6,792 people resided in Black Jack.

Black Jack History

The history of the region dates back to the early 18th century. The city of Black Jack is in the Saint Louis County, near the Saint Louis metro area. The first settlement near the place was traced back to the year 1699. Black Jack was developed primarily as an industrial city when immigrants started pouring in from Ireland, Italy, and Bohemia. Since the immigration, the city developed into a booming business hub.

Black Jack and nearby Attractions

  • Saint Louis Holocaust Museum
  • Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site
  • Mississippi River State Fish & Wildlife Area
  • Pere Marquette State Park
  • Jefferson Barracks Historical Park

Things To Do In Black Jack

Visitors to Black Jack can plan a trip to the various local parks including Pere Marquette State Park offering a wide variety of facilities for the enjoyment of different sports and other physical activities. The city also offers easy access to several historical sites. The Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site showcases interesting exhibits that throw light on the history and culture of the region. One can also enjoy an adventurous tour to the Mississippi River State Fish & Wildlife Area, which is among the popular tourist haunts near Black Jack.

Black Jack Transportation

The Lambert-Saint Louis International Airport is close to the city.

Black Jack Higher Education

Opportunities for higher education are available through Saint Louis University, University of Missouri, Washington University in Saint Louis, and Webster University.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 5%trophyBlack Jack Well-Paid Single Women
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 9%Black Jack Median Family Income
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)
Top 9%Black Jack Public Transportation Use
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)
Top 11%Black Jack College Educated Adults
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 14%Black Jack Well-Paid Single Men
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. State)
Top 14%Black Jack Low Rate of Poverty
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 15%Black Jack Racial Diversity
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)
Top 15%Black Jack People in Middle Class or Better

Comparative Profile of Black Jack, MO

Comparing Black Jack to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Missouri (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population1010
Well-Paid Single Women910
Well-Paid Single Men79
Age of the Population66
Racial Diversity69
Senior Citizens53
Children Under 5 Years Old44
Male Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size89
Portion of People Married67

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty89
College Educated Adults89
Median Family Income810
People in Middle Class or Better79

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use810
Short Commute Times22
Walking and Biking to Work24
Working at Home22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built89
Affordability of Property Taxes62
Affordability of Rents52
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals56
People Living Alone53
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22
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