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Brentwood, MO


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Brentwood, Missouri

Introduction to Brentwood, Missouri

Brentwood, Missouri, in St. Louis county, is located 3 miles W of St. Louis, Missouri. The city is located in the Saint Louis metropolitan area and has a population of 7,693.

Brentwood History

Brentwood was originally settled in by Louis J. Bompart in 1804. The residents planned the incorporation of Brentwood to avoid annexation by the nearby City of Maplewood. Fossils of hairy elephant-like creatures called Mastodons that were extinct around 9000 B.C., have been found in the St. Louis county region.

Brentwood and nearby Attractions

  • Brentwood Plaza
  • Brentwood Park
  • City Museum
  • Scott Joplin House State Historic Site

Things To Do In Brentwood

The City Museum offers valuable information about the region's history and culture. The Scott Joplin House State Historic Site is another notable historical attraction near Brentwood. In addition, there are several parks in the city that offer a host of recreational facilities including the Oak Tree Park, Brentwood Park, and Memorial Park. The Brentwood Plaza is the ideal destination for visitors who wish to take back souvenirs for their loved ones.

Brentwood Transportation

Lambert-St Louis International Airport is a few miles away from Brentwood.

Brentwood Higher Education

Nearby institutes offering higher educational facilities include the Webster University, Washington University, Saint Louis Community College-Forest Park, and Saint Louis Community College-Meramec.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)		Top 1%trophyBrentwood Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)		Top 5%trophyBrentwood Well-Paid Single Men
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)		Top 6%Brentwood College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
(vs. State)		Top 10%Brentwood Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)		Top 12%Brentwood People in Middle Class or Better
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)		Top 16%Brentwood Public Transportation Use
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. State)		Top 17%Brentwood Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Brentwood, MO

Comparing Brentwood 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
Well-Paid Single Women1010
Well-Paid Single Men1010
Female Share of the Population108
Senior Citizens64
Racial Diversity58
Age of the Population44
Children Under 5 Years Old33
Male Share of the Population23

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married11
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults1010
People in Middle Class or Better89
Median Family Income810
People Above Poverty79

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home88
Short Commute Times88
Public Transportation Use69
Walking and Biking to Work23

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Living Alone1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing77
Affordability of Property Taxes72
Affordability of Rents31
Housing Recently Built22
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals22

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime77
Low Property Crime54

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