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Chesterfield, Missouri

Introduction to Chesterfield, Missouri

Chesterfield, Missouri, in St. Louis county, is located 9 miles SW of St. Charles, Missouri (center to center) and is 16 miles W of St. Louis, Missouri. The city is considered part of the Saint Louis metropolitan area and has a population of 46,802.

Chesterfield History

Among the early inhabitants of the area were Lawrence and William Long who arrived in the region in 1797. Col. Justus Post, a resident of Middlebury, Vermont, came to this place in 1815. The town of Chesterfield was platted in 1838. The present day city of Chesterfield includes the historical communities of Bellefontaine, Lake, Gumbo, Monarch, and Bonhomme. On January 24, 1967, the city was hit by a powerful F4 tornado that caused heavy damage to property.

Chesterfield and nearby Attractions

  • Chesterfield Mall
  • Saint Louis Holocaust Museum
  • Babler State Park
  • Jefferson Barracks Historical Park

Things To Do In Chesterfield

The city of Chesterfield offers easy access to several museums including the Magic House, Saint Louis Children's Museum, and Saint Louis Holocaust Museum. Shopping can be enjoyed at the Four Seasons Shopping Center and the Chesterfield Mall. One can also attend Mass service at local churches like the Antioch Church, and Saint Thomas Church. The Babler State Park and Castlewood State Park are worth taking a look around. The city's residents also celebrate the Faust Folk Festival and the St. Louis County Fair every year.

Chesterfield Transportation

Lambert-St Louis International Airport is close to Chesterfield.

Chesterfield Higher Education

Higher educational opportunities are available through nearby Maryville University of Saint Louis, Lindenwood University, St Charles County Community College, and Saint Louis Community College-Meramec.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyChesterfield People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyChesterfield Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyChesterfield Well-Paid Single Men
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyChesterfield College Educated Adults
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyChesterfield Well-Paid Single Women
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%trophyChesterfield Low Rate of Poverty
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Chesterfield Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Chesterfield Low Property Crime
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 18%Chesterfield Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Chesterfield, MO

Comparing Chesterfield 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 Men1010
Well-Paid Single Women1010
Age of the Population109
Senior Citizens84
Female Share of the Population84
Male Share of the Population47
Racial Diversity39
Children Under 5 Years Old23

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married1010
Average Household Size58

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better1010
College Educated Adults1010
Median Family Income1010
People Above Poverty1010

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home1010
Short Commute Times65
Public Transportation Use16
Walking and Biking to Work11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing98
Housing Recently Built99
People Living Alone42
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals35
Affordability of Property Taxes31
Affordability of Rents31

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime108
Low Property Crime96

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