Geography
Chesterfield is located along the Missouri River, about 25 minutes west of downtown St. Louis.
Cultural Attractions
Chesterfield Commons is known as the longest outdoor strip mall in America. When finished, it will be over 2 million square feet and 1.5 miles long.
Recreation
Faust Park offers visitors recreational activities, as well as educational programming. A historic 19th century village and Thornhill Mansion are on the park grounds.
Historical
Chesterfield emerged from a collection of older communities in the surrounding area, some dating to the early 1880s.
Economy
Chesterfield, one of the wealthiest suburbs in the region, is optimistic about continuing growth of its economy, which nourishes 2,000 businesses employing 30,000 workers.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 46,914
- Population under 55:
- 67.5%
- Population over 55:
- 32.5%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- St. Louis
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Good
- Temperature:
- 89°F July High, 17°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $79,952
- Median home price:
- $308,750
- Average property tax:
- $1,043
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 8.9%
- Average
- Cost of living:
- Low
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 15
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 17
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 4/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 38/3
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 51/3
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 609
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