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Benton, Missouri

Benton is a city in Scott County, Missouri, United States. The population was 863 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Scott County.

History
Benton was settled as early as 1796. The town site was platted in 1822. The community was named for Thomas Hart Benton. A post office has been in operation at Benton since 1823.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.53 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 863 people, 311 households, and 214 families living in the city. The population density was 1628.3 PD/sqmi. There were 339 housing units at an average density of 639.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.21% White, 4.87% Black or African American, 0.23% from other races, and 0.70% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.51% of the population.

There were 311 households, of which 35.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.0% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.2% were non-families. 27.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 2.97.

The median age in the city was 35.5 years. 24.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 30.5% were from 25 to 44; 24.7% were from 45 to 64; and 11.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.8% male and 47.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 732 people, 287 households, and 191 families living in the city. The population density was 1,770.0 PD/sqmi. There were 301 housing units at an average density of 727.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.54% White, 2.05% African American and 0.41% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.23% of the population.

There were 287 households, out of which 32.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.3% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.4% were non-families. 30.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and the average family size was 3.02.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.2% under the age of 18, 10.5% from 18 to 24, 29.8% from 25 to 44, 21.0% from 45 to 64, and 15.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females there were 92.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $33,365, and the median income for a family was $45,179. Males had a median income of $27,014 versus $20,662 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,161. About 4.2% of families and 7.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.9% of those under age 18 and 7.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Benton is served by the Scott County R-IV School District, which operates one elementary school, one middle school, and Thomas W. Kelly High School.

Benton has a public library, a branch of the Riverside Regional Library.

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Blodgett, Missouri

Blodgett is a village in Scott County, Missouri, United States. The population was 213 at the 2010 census.

History
Blodgett was settled as early as 1869. A post office called Blodgett has been in operation since 1870. The community has the name of Wells H. Blodgett, a railroad official. The town was incorporated in 1900.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.13 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 213 people, 75 households, and 56 families living in the village. The population density was 1638.5 PD/sqmi. There were 92 housing units at an average density of 707.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 92.96% White, 1.88% Black or African American, 0.47% Native American, 0.47% Asian, and 4.23% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.82% of the population.

There were 75 households, of which 48.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.7% were married couples living together, 13.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 10.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 25.3% were non-families. 20.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.84 and the average family size was 3.20.

The median age in the village was 36.6 years. 30.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.8% were from 25 to 44; 21.6% were from 45 to 64; and 9.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 51.6% male and 48.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 265 people, 98 households, and 77 families living in the village. The population density was 1,999.5 PD/sqmi. There were 104 housing units at an average density of 784.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.49% White, 0.38% African American, 0.38% from other races, and 0.75% from two or more races.

There were 98 households, out of which 36.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.3% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.4% were non-families. 16.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.70 and the average family size was 3.01.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 27.2% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 26.0% from 25 to 44, 26.0% from 45 to 64, and 12.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.4 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $33,194, and the median income for a family was $35,278. Males had a median income of $28,214 versus $16,750 for females. The per capita income for the village was $14,674. About 4.9% of families and 7.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.1% of those under the age of eighteen and 4.9% of those 65 or over.

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Chaffee, Missouri

Chaffee is a city in Scott County, Missouri, United States. The population was 3,057 at the 2020 census.

History
Chaffee was platted in 1905, and named after Adna Chaffee, an officer in the Spanish–American War. A post office called Chaffee has been in operation since 1905.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.85 sqmi, of which 1.80 sqmi is land and 0.05 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,955 people, 1,204 households, and 762 families living in the city. The population density was 1641.7 PD/sqmi. There were 1,336 housing units at an average density of 742.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.83% White, 0.51% Black or African American, 0.20% Native American, 0.10% Asian, 0.07% from other races, and 1.29% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 1.25% of the population.

There were 1,204 households, of which 34.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.1% were married couples living together, 12.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.7% were non-families. 33.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 3.02.

The median age in the city was 36.4 years. 26.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.7% were from 25 to 44; 23.8% were from 45 to 64; and 16.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.2% male and 51.8% female.

The per capita income for the city was $20,978. About 24.4% of families and 22.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 35.9% of those under age 18 and 16.5% of those age 65 or over.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,044 people, 1,267 households, and 824 families living in the city. The population density was 1,715.8 PD/sqmi. There were 1,378 housing units at an average density of 776.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.46% White, 0.07% African American, 0.23% Native American, 0.07% Asian, 0.39% from other races, and 0.79% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 1.18% of the population.

There were 1,267 households, out of which 32.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.8% were married couples living together, 15.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.9% were non-families. 32.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 2.96.

In the city the population was spread out, with 25.2% under the age of 18, 9.9% from 18 to 24, 25.1% from 25 to 44, 21.4% from 45 to 64, and 18.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females there were 85.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 78.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,076, and the median income for a family was $34,671. Males had a median income of $27,576 versus $18,873 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,554. About 12.9% of families and 16.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.4% of those under age 18 and 13.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Chaffee R-II School District operates one elementary school and Chaffee Jr.-Sr. High School.

The town has a lending library, the Chaffee Public Library.

Economy
For many years, the town's economy was centered on textile manufacturing. Because large amounts of cotton are produced by southeast Missouri farmers, and owing to the town's location near the Mississippi River, it made sense to process the cotton locally. However, in the late 1990s and early 2000s, the town's economy was devastated by factory closings. The Columbia Sportswear factory and the Florsheim Shoe Company announced that they were idling their plants and laying off workers. Nearly 450 jobs were lost in a period of six months. This was compounded by the closure of previous factories such as the Thorngate Clothing Company, which idled its plant in 1996. Out of a population of just 3000 people, this amounted to losing over 60% of the town's employment base.

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Commerce, Missouri

Commerce is a Mississippi River village in Scott County, Missouri, United States. The population was 67 at the time of the 2010 census.

History
In 1788, the present site of Commerce was first occupied by French settlers, making Commerce apparently the third-oldest present-site settlement in Missouri after St Louis and St. Charles as Ste. Genevieve was moved from its original location. A trading post established in 1803 served as the center of commerce for the region, hence the name of the settlement. In 1823, the circuit court ordered a board of commissioners to be appointed to lay out lots here.

Commerce was one of the few areas in Scott County to have uninterrupted mail service during the Civil War, as guerilla bands elsewhere made delivery unsafe for the northern carriers. Commerce, along with the German settlement of New Hamburg, were the two enclaves of Union sympathizers in Scott County during the war. On November 1, 1861, Colonel Oglesby landed in Commerce with about 3,000 men, where his soldiers soon exchanged shots with M. Jeff Thompson — who raided the Commerce on December 29, 1861. On February 21, 1862, General Pope landed here with 140 troops, but when he left a week later his force consisted of 26,153 men. The island in front of Commerce was known as Cat Island at least as early as Mark Twain's time; however, it has been absorbed by Powers Island to the south.

Scott County courthouse records were moved to a military post at Cape Girardeau during the Civil War. Around August 1863, the county seat of Scott County was informally moved to Commerce. On January 26, 1864, this move was made official by the legislature of Missouri. In 1864, a brick was built in Commerce for this purpose. In 1878, the county seat was returned to Benton, and the old temporary courthouse brick building then was converted into a grade school. Around the time in 1875, the Vincent Heisserer saloon building erected in 1867 was converted into a Masonic hall. Commerce was originally a Methodist town, with a congregation established as early as 1825 and without a Baptist church until 1906.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.35 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 67 people, 30 households, and 18 families living in the village. The population density was 191.4 PD/sqmi. There were 41 housing units at an average density of 117.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 92.54% White and 7.46% Black or African American.

There were 30 households, of which 23.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.7% were married couples living together, 3.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.0% were non-families. 36.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 26.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.94.

The median age in the village was 46.5 years. 19.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 12.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 16.5% were from 25 to 44; 29.8% were from 45 to 64; and 22.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 56.7% male and 43.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 110 people, 42 households, and 30 families living in the village. The population density was 344.0 PD/sqmi. There were 49 housing units at an average density of 153.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 96.36% White, 2.73% African American, 0.91% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.82% of the population.

There were 42 households, out of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.3% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.2% were non-families. 26.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.62 and the average family size was 3.13.

In the village the population was spread out, with 26.4% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 25.5% from 25 to 44, 29.1% from 45 to 64, and 10.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.5 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $36,667, and the median income for a family was $48,750. Males had a median income of $33,125 versus $16,607 for females. The per capita income for the village was $17,552. There were no families and 4.3% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 28.6% of those over 64.

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Diehlstadt, Missouri

Diehlstadt is a village in Scott County, Missouri, United States. The population was 161 at the 2010 census. Diehlstadt was founded by John Kirkpatrick.

History
Diehlstadt was platted in 1868. The original plat of Dielstadt filed on June 15, 1870, consisted of 40 acres. The community of Diehlstadt was founded by Tennessee-born John Kirkpatrick (1829-1903) who was one of the community's first merchants and served as Diehlstadt's postmaster between May 11, 1876, and July 30, 1890. The community was named after one H. J. Deal (also spelled Diehl), a German merchant, with the German-language suffix "stadt" meaning town. A post office called Diehlstadt was established in 1870, and remained in operation until 1977.

Geography
The village is in southeast Scott County, approximately six miles southeast of the Mississippi River and nine miles northeast of Sikeston. It is located on Missouri Route 77, 2.5 miles north of U.S. Route 62.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.07 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 161 people, 56 households, and 50 families living in the village. The population density was 2300.0 PD/sqmi. There were 63 housing units at an average density of 900.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.76% White and 1.24% from two or more races.

There were 56 households, of which 42.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.4% were married couples living together, 12.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 10.7% were non-families. 8.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.88 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the village was 36.5 years. 26.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 11.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.2% were from 25 to 44; 27.4% were from 45 to 64; and 13.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 47.8% male and 52.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 163 people, 61 households, and 48 families living in the village. The population density was 2,149.4 PD/sqmi. There were 62 housing units at an average density of 817.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 99.39% White and 0.61% Asian. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.45% of the population.

There were 61 households, out of which 37.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.3% were married couples living together, 9.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.3% were non-families. 19.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.67 and the average family size was 2.98.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 28.8% under the age of 18, 8.6% from 18 to 24, 30.1% from 25 to 44, 22.1% from 45 to 64, and 10.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.3 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $24,375, and the median income for a family was $26,667. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $17,917 for females. The per capita income for the village was $15,164. About 8.3% of families and 13.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.1% of those under the age of 18 and 55.6% of those 65 or over.

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Morley, Missouri

Morley is a city in Scott County, Missouri, United States. The population was 697 at the 2010 census.

History
Morley was platted in 1868. The community has the name of J. H. Morley, a railroad official. A post office called Morley has been in operation since 1869.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.80 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 697 people, 284 households, and 195 families living in the city. The population density was 871.3 PD/sqmi. There were 323 housing units at an average density of 403.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.98% White, 1.15% Black or African American, 0.43% Native American, and 3.44% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.72% of the population.

There were 284 households, of which 32.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 15.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.3% were non-families. 26.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.92.

The median age in the city was 40.9 years. 24.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.6% were from 25 to 44; 27% were from 45 to 64; and 17.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.1% male and 52.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 792 people, 315 households, and 219 families living in the city. The population density was 1,070.9 PD/sqmi. There were 340 housing units at an average density of 459.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.23% White, 0.76% African American, 0.25% Native American, and 0.76% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.76% of the population.

There were 315 households, out of which 34.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.9% were married couples living together, 10.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.2% were non-families. 26.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 2.98.

In the city the population was spread out, with 26.8% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 24.1% from 45 to 64, and 14.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females there were 91.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,696, and the median income for a family was $35,000. Males had a median income of $25,625 versus $17,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,679. About 10.9% of families and 15.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.5% of those under age 18 and 20.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The Morley schools were located in the southeast part of the village, the earliest was built about 1915. In 1940, a new high school was built in which students attended through 1959 when the consolidation with the Vanduser schools occurred. The new high school became Scott County Central High School, and was built on Highway 61 south of the village near Kluges Hill.

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Oran, Missouri

Oran is a city in Scott County, Missouri, United States. The population was 1,294 at the 2010 census.

History
Oran was originally named "St. Cloud", and under the latter name was founded in the late 1860s. A post office called Oran has been in operation since 1882. The present name is a transfer from Oran, Algeria.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.08 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,294 people, 518 households, and 360 families living in the city. The population density was 1198.1 PD/sqmi. There were 566 housing units at an average density of 524.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.68% White, 1.55% African American, and 0.77% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.47% of the population.

There were 518 households, of which 38.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.9% were married couples living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.5% were non-families. 27.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.03.

The median age in the city was 38.3 years. 27.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25% were from 25 to 44; 24.1% were from 45 to 64; and 15.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.8% male and 50.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,264 people, 507 households, and 353 families living in the city. The population density was 1,200.5 PD/sqmi. There were 544 housing units at an average density of 516.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.39% White, 0.40% African American, 0.40% Native American, 1.27% from other races, and 0.55% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.53% of the population.

There were 507 households, out of which 35.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.4% were married couples living together, 11.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.2% were non-families. 27.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 3.02.

In the city the population was spread out, with 27.5% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 26.9% from 25 to 44, 20.5% from 45 to 64, and 16.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females there were 91.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,750, and the median income for a family was $36,985. Males had a median income of $28,185 versus $17,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,487. About 12.4% of families and 14.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.4% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Oran R-III Schools operates one elementary school and Oran High School. Guardian Angel School is a Catholic institution.

Oran has a public library, a branch of the Riverside Regional Library.

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Vanduser, Missouri

Vanduser is a village in Scott County, Missouri, United States. The population was 267 at the 2010 census. The zip code is 63784.

History
Vanduser was laid out in 1895 when the railroad was extended to that point. A post office called Vanduser has been in operation since 1898. The community has the name of John Vanduser, the original owner of the town site.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.13 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 267 people, 94 households, and 59 families living in the village. The population density was 2053.8 PD/sqmi. There were 102 housing units at an average density of 784.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 91.01% White, 3.00% Black or African American, 0.37% Native American, 2.25% from other races, and 3.37% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.37% of the population.

There were 94 households, of which 34.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 35.1% were married couples living together, 22.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 37.2% were non-families. 28.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.03.

The median age in the village was 37.1 years. 33% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.3% were from 25 to 44; 25.8% were from 45 to 64; and 15% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 53.6% male and 46.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 217 people, 84 households, and 58 families living in the village. The population density was 1,643.0 PD/sqmi. There were 92 housing units at an average density of 696.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 99.54% White and 0.46% African American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.92% of the population.

There were 84 households, out of which 35.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.8% were married couples living together, 15.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.8% were non-families. 27.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 23.5% under the age of 18, 9.7% from 18 to 24, 29.0% from 25 to 44, 24.0% from 45 to 64, and 13.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.4 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $25,417, and the median income for a family was $27,292. Males had a median income of $23,750 versus $14,531 for females. The per capita income for the village was $10,351. About 14.5% of families and 18.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under the age of eighteen and 32.3% of those 65 or over.

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Birch Tree, Missouri

Birch Tree is a city in southwest Shannon County, Missouri, United States. The population was 541 at the 2020 census.

History
A post office called Birch Tree has been in operation since the 1860s. The community was named for a grove of birch trees near the original town site.

Geography
Birch Tree is located in the Missouri Ozarks in southwestern Shannon County. The city is on US Route 60 approximately 11 miles east of Mountain View in adjacent Howell County and 8.5 miles west of Winona.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.38 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 679 people, 298 households, and 167 families living in the city. The population density was 492.0 PD/sqmi. There were 347 housing units at an average density of 251.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.78% White, 0.29% Black or African American, 0.88% Native American, 0.74% Asian, 3.09% from other races, and 2.21% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.92% of the population.

There were 298 households, of which 29.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.6% were married couples living together, 12.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.0% were non-families. 39.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 3.04.

The median age in the city was 38.9 years. 24.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.6% were from 25 to 44; 25.1% were from 45 to 64; and 17.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.3% male and 51.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 634 people, 276 households, and 170 families living in the city. The population density was 478.0 PD/sqmi. There were 323 housing units at an average density of 243.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.11% White, 0.32% African American, 2.05% Native American, 0.79% from other races, and 1.74% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.58% of the population.

There were 276 households, out of which 30.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.4% were married couples living together, 14.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.4% were non-families. 35.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 2.95.

In the city the population was spread out, with 27.1% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 26.8% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females there were 84.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 77.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $14,236, and the median income for a family was $18,182. Males had a median income of $16,932 versus $14,531 for females. The per capita income for the city was $7,695. About 38.3% of families and 46.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 59.2% of those under age 18 and 41.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Mountain View-Birch Tree R-III School District operates Birch Tree Elementary School in the community.

The town has a lending library, the Birch Tree City Library.

Notable people

 * Mel Carnahan, Governor of Missouri (1993–2000), the only person to be posthumously elected to the U.S. Senate; born in Birch Tree.
 * Bob Holden, Governor of Missouri (2001–2005); raised in Birch Tree.

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Eminence, Missouri

Eminence is a city in Shannon County, Missouri, United States. The population was 515 at the 2020 census. It is the county seat of Shannon County.

History
A post office called Eminence has been in operation since 1844. According to one account, Eminence was so named on account of its lofty elevation, however, this interpretation is disputed.

Geography
Eminence is located in the center of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways, Missouri's largest national park and the nation's first protected river system. Popular activities in the Eminence area include canoeing, hunting, fishing, and horseback riding.

Eminence maintains a small-town feel, but in the summer becomes a resort city with several locally owned restaurants, motels, bed & breakfasts, including America's largest trail riding establishment.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.88 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 600 people, 254 households, and 140 families living in the city. The population density was 319.1 PD/sqmi. There were 334 housing units at an average density of 177.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.17% White, 1.83% Native American, 0.17% Asian, and 2.83% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.83% of the population.

There were 254 households, of which 28.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 35.8% were married couples living together, 11.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.9% were non-families. 41.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 3.10.

The median age in the city was 41 years. 24.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.3% were from 25 to 44; 28.5% were from 45 to 64; and 18% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.7% male and 53.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 548 people, 256 households, and 142 families living in the city. The population density was 290.4 PD/sqmi. There were 316 housing units at an average density of 167.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.61% White, 0.91% African American, 2.55% Native American, and 4.93% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.09% of the population.

There were 256 households, of which 19.9% included children of 18 or fewer years, 44.5% comprised married couples living together, 7.8% included a female householder with no husband present, and 44.5% were non-families. 41.8% of all households comprised a sole person, and 23.8% comprised a sole person of 65 or more years of age. The average household size was 2.09 people and the average family size was 2.85 people.

In the city, the population comprised 19.5% under the age of 18, 7.5% aged from 18 to 24, 25.9% aged from 25 to 44, 22.3% aged from 45 to 64, and 24.8% of 65 or more years of age. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 82.7 males. For every 100 females aged 18 and over, there were 80.0 males.

The median income for an urban household was $17,422, and the median income for a city-dwelling family was $21,607. City-dwelling males had a median income of $20,250, versus $13,125 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,696. Approximately 23.8% of families and 31.4% of the population as a whole were classified as living below the poverty line, including 41.7% of those aged 18 years or younger, and 21.7% of those aged 65 years or older.

Transportation
Eminence is accessed from Missouri Route 19 and Missouri Route 106.

Education
Eminence R-I School District operates one elementary school, one middle school, and Eminence High School.

The town has its own lending library, the Eminence Public Library.

Notable people

 * Thomas Dale Akers, former four-time Shuttle astronaut
 * Mitch Jayne, author of the novel (later a movie) Old Fish Hawk and bass player for The Dillards
 * Clair Kenamore (c. 1875 – 1935), foreign correspondent and editor
 * George Rufus Kenamore (1846 – 1928), merchant, politician, and civil servant

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Winona, Missouri

Winona is a city in southeast Shannon County, Missouri, United States. The population was 950 at the 2020 census.

History
A post office called Winona has been in operation since 1888. The community was named after Winona, Minnesota, the native home of an area lumberman. The name is also a Sioux word meaning 'first born.'

Geography
Winona is located in the Ozarks of southern Missouri. The city is at the intersection of US Route 60 and Missouri Route 19. The city lies within the Mark Twain National Forest. Birch Tree is eight miles to the west, Eminence is about eight miles to the north on Route 19, and Van Buren is approximately 18 miles to the east in adjacent Carter County.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.81 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,335 people, 529 households, and 358 families living in the city. The population density was 350.4 PD/sqmi. There were 595 housing units at an average density of 156.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.93% White, 0.07% Black or African American, 0.82% Native American, 0.07% Asian, 0.15% from other races, and 1.95% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.50% of the population.

There were 529 households, of which 38.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.7% were married couples living together, 14.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.3% were non-families. 27.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 3.02.

The median age in the city was 34.1 years. 30% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.8% were from 25 to 44; 24.1% were from 45 to 64; and 13% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.6% male and 50.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,290 people, 525 households, and 343 families living in the city. The population density was 342.4 PD/sqmi. There were 587 housing units at an average density of 155.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.96% White, 1.94% Native American, and 3.10% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.39% of the population.

There were 525 households, out of which 35.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.3% were married couples living together, 13.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.5% were non-families. 30.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 3.09.

In the city the population was spread out, with 30.4% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 26.1% from 25 to 44, 21.3% from 45 to 64, and 14.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females there were 87.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $18,640, and the median income for a family was $24,000. Males had a median income of $21,912 versus $15,865 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,564. About 28.4% of families and 34.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 47.3% of those under age 18 and 20.9% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education in Winona is administered by Winona R-III School District.

Winona has a lending library, the Winona Public Library.

Notable people
Alma Heflin (1910 — 2000), an American pilot and the first woman commercial test pilot was born in Winona.

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Bethel, Missouri

Bethel is a village in Shelby County, Missouri, United States. The population was 135 at the 2020 census.

History
Bethel was founded as a Bible utopian colony in 1844 by Dr William Keil (1811–1877), a Prussian-born preacher. He and his followers, who were almost exclusively German immigrants to America, believed that the Book of Acts required that Christians hold all property and means of production in common and they organized their Colony accordingly. Traditionally male work was communally performed; however, traditionally female work was still individualized and performed in single family households.

By 1850, the Bethel Colony had a population of 500; by 1860, 600. It owned thousands of sheep, cattle and horses, and had over 3,500 acres under cultivation. It was the commercial center of the region. However, the construction of the Hannibal & St. Joseph Railroad threatened Dr. Keil's theocracy. In 1855, he led his some of his followers westward over the Oregon Trail, to eventually settle Aurora, Oregon and form the Aurora Colony. Other wagon trains followed in subsequent years. The remainder of the Bethel Colony retained their communal ownership of property and shared means of production until three years after his death in 1877. In 1880, the property was divided among the remaining members, thus ending Missouri's most successful communal experiment.

The Bethel Historic District, bounded by Liberty, King, 1st, and 4th Streets, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970. At least twenty of the buildings constructed by the Bethel Colony are still extant. These houses are on exhibit to visitors and to the public.

Also listed on the National Register of Historic Places are nearby Elim and Hebron.

Geography
Bethel is located at 39.87722°N, -92.02444°W (39.877205, -92.024433).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.14 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 122 people, 60 households, and 34 families living in the village. The population density was 871.4 PD/sqmi. There were 79 housing units at an average density of 564.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 93.4% White, 2.5% from other races, and 4.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.5% of the population.

There were 60 households, of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.3% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 43.3% were non-families. 41.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.03 and the average family size was 2.74.

The median age in the village was 45.7 years. 21.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.2% were from 25 to 44; 27% were from 45 to 64; and 24.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 53.3% male and 46.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 121 people, 56 households, and 31 families living in the village. The population density was 856.5 PD/sqmi. There were 77 housing units at an average density of 545.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.35% White, and 1.65% from two or more races.

There were 56 households, out of which 26.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.6% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 44.6% were non-families. 42.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.16 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 24.0% under the age of 18, 10.7% from 18 to 24, 24.0% from 25 to 44, 25.6% from 45 to 64, and 15.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 112.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 80.4 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $22,083, and the median income for a family was $53,750. Males had a median income of $22,292 versus $21,000 for females. The per capita income for the village was $13,958. There were no families and 6.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 42.9% of those over 64.

Notable person

 * Henry Theophilus Finck (1854-1926), musical critic

title: Bethel, Missouri


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Clarence, Missouri

Clarence is a city in western Shelby County, Missouri, United States. The population was 738 at the 2020 census.

History
Clarence was founded in 1857. According to tradition, the community has the name of Clarence Duff, the son of a pioneer citizen. A post office called Clarence has been in operation since 1859.

Geography
Clarence is located in southwest Shelby County on Missouri Route 151 along the south side of U.S. Route 36 approximately ten miles east of Macon in adjacent Macon County.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.16 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
2010 census As of the census of 2010, there were 813 people, 355 households, and 199 families living in the city. The population density was 700.9 PD/sqmi. There were 439 housing units at an average density of 378.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.0% White, 0.5% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.1% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.4% of the population.

There were 355 households, of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.8% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 43.9% were non-families. 40.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 2.94.

The median age in the city was 43.3 years. 26% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.3% were from 25 to 44; 24.3% were from 45 to 64; and 23.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.9% male and 53.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 915 people, 398 households, and 228 families living in the city. The population density was 784.9 PD/sqmi. There were 466 housing units at an average density of 399.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.25% White, 0.44% African American, 0.33% Native American, 0.11% Asian, and 0.87% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.33% of the population.

There were 398 households, out of which 25.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.0% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.7% were non-families. 39.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 24.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.20 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the city the population was spread out, with 23.1% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 22.2% from 25 to 44, 23.3% from 45 to 64, and 23.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females there were 81.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 77.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $21,513, and the median income for a family was $31,397. Males had a median income of $20,469 versus $16,518 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,970. About 16.1% of families and 19.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 26.0% of those under age 18 and 17.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Clarence is served by Shelby County R-IV School District. The city has a lending library, the Clarence Public Library.

Notable People

 * Larissa Schuster, convicted murderer

title: Clarence, Missouri


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Hunnewell, Missouri

Hunnewell is a city in southeastern Shelby County, Missouri, United States. The population was 139 at the 2020 census.

History
Hunnewell was platted in 1857. The community was named for Boston financer and railroad promoter H. H. Hunnewell. A post office called Hunnewell has been in operation since 1880.

Geography
Hunnewell is located in the southeast corner of Shelby County adjacent to US Route 36. Monroe City in adjacent Monroe County is approximately 6.5 miles to the east and Shelbina is nine miles to the west along Route 36. The Hunnewell Lake Conservation Area is two miles to the north and the North Fork of the Salt River flows past two miles to the west.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.62 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 184 people, 82 households, and 59 families residing in the city. The population density was 296.8 PD/sqmi. There were 97 housing units at an average density of 156.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.9% White, 0.5% Native American, and 0.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

There were 82 households, of which 31.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.8% were married couples living together, 12.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 11.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 28.0% were non-families. 23.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.59.

The median age in the city was 41 years. 19.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.4% were from 25 to 44; 27.7% were from 45 to 64; and 17.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.3% male and 46.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 227 people, 95 households, and 62 families residing in the city. The population density was 358.3 PD/sqmi. There were 112 housing units at an average density of 176.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 90.31% White, 8.37% African American, and 1.32% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.44% of the population.

There were 95 households, out of which 31.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.5% were married couples living together, 12.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.7% were non-families. 30.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the city the population was spread out, with 26.4% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 30.0% from 25 to 44, 20.3% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females there were 110.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,861, and the median income for a family was $31,429. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $22,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,985. About 13.2% of families and 15.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.9% of those under the age of eighteen and 10.0% of those 65 or over.

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Leonard, Missouri

Leonard is a village in northwestern Shelby County, Missouri, United States. The population was 57 at the 2020 census.

History
A post office called Leonard has been in operation since 1875. The community was named after Leonora Miller, the daughter of a local mill owner (a recording error accounts for the error in spelling, which was never corrected).

Geography
Leonard is located on Missouri Route 151 approximately ten miles north-northeast of Clarence. Black Creek flows past the community.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.32 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 61 people, 28 households, and 18 families living in the village. The population density was 190.6 PD/sqmi. There were 36 housing units at an average density of 112.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.0% White.

There were 28 households, of which 32.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.6% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.7% were non-families. 35.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 28.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.18 and the average family size was 2.78.

The median age in the village was 41.8 years. 24.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.6% were from 25 to 44; 19.6% were from 45 to 64; and 27.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 45.9% male and 54.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 66 people, 29 households, and 18 families living in the village. The population density was 205.8 /sqmi. There were 40 housing units at an average density of 124.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 96.97% White, 1.52% from other races, and 1.52% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.52% of the population.

There were 29 households, out of which 31.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.6% were married couples living together, 3.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.9% were non-families. 37.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 27.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 3.06.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 22.7% under the age of 18, 4.5% from 18 to 24, 27.3% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 21.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 78.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 59.4 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $11,250, and the median income for a family was $4,821. Males had a median income of $71,250 versus $13,750 for females. The per capita income for the village was $13,067. There were 53.8% of families and 35.3% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 50.0% of those over 64.

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Shelbina, Missouri

Shelbina is a city in southern Shelby County, Missouri, United States. The population was 1,613 at the 2020 census.

History
Shelbina was platted in 1857 when the railroad was extended to that point. The name "Shelbina" is derived from Shelby County. A post office called Shelbina has been in operation since 1858.

The Benjamin House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.

Geography
Shelbina is located in south central Shelby County at the intersection of US Route 36 and Missouri Route 15. It is two miles north of the Shelby-Monroe county line. Shelbyville is seven miles to the north along Route 15. The headwaters of Clear Creek arise just to the west of the city.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.34 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,704 people, 717 households, and 443 families living in the city. The population density was 728.2 PD/sqmi. There were 860 housing units at an average density of 367.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.8% White, 0.5% African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.1% Asian, and 0.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 717 households, of which 29.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.4% were married couples living together, 9.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.2% were non-families. 34.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.85.

The median age in the city was 43.5 years. 23.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.1% were from 25 to 44; 26.4% were from 45 to 64; and 22.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.5% male and 52.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,943 people, 843 households, and 503 families living in the city. The population density was 844.4 PD/sqmi. There were 966 housing units at an average density of 419.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.10% White, 0.77% African American, 0.72% Native American, 0.05% from other races, and 0.36% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.26% of the population.

There were 843 households, out of which 28.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.5% were married couples living together, 9.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.3% were non-families. 37.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.19 and the average family size was 2.91.

In the city the population was spread out, with 22.8% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 22.1% from 25 to 44, 21.3% from 45 to 64, and 25.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females there were 80.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 74.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $25,800, and the median income for a family was $33,529. Males had a median income of $26,393 versus $18,712 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,645. About 12.3% of families and 16.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.1% of those under age 18 and 12.0% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education in Shelbina is administered by Shelby County R-IV School District, which operates one elementary school, one middle school and South Shelby High School.

Shelbina has a lending library, the Shelbina Carnegie Public Library.

Notable people

 * Willard Robison (1894–1968); musician, composer of popular songs
 * Sam Walton, founder of Walmart
 * Duke Cunningham, US Navy fighter pilot during the Vietnam War, former U.S. Congressman (R) from California, and jailed for corruption, i.e. taking bribes for his vote, and selling his political influence.

title: Shelbina, Missouri


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Shelbyville, Missouri

Shelbyville is a city in Shelby County, Missouri, United States. The population was 518 at the 2020 census. It is the county seat of Shelby County.

History
Shelbyville was platted in 1836. Like the county in which it is located, Shelbyville was named for Governor Isaac Shelby of Kentucky. A post office has been in operation at Shelbyville since 1836.

Geography
The city is in central Shelby County at the intersection of Missouri routes 15 and 168. Black Creek flows past the west and south sides of the city.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.82 sqmi, of which, 0.78 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 552 people, 240 households, and 151 families living in the city. The population density was 707.7 PD/sqmi. There were 279 housing units at an average density of 357.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.4% White, 0.4% African American, 0.2% Native American, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.

There were 240 households, of which 27.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.3% were married couples living together, 9.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 37.1% were non-families. 33.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.85.

The median age in the city was 44.8 years. 23.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.3% were from 25 to 44; 29.1% were from 45 to 64; and 20.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.4% male and 51.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 682 people, 262 households, and 164 families living in the city. The population density was 881.2 PD/sqmi. There were 291 housing units at an average density of 376.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.21% White, 0.44% African American, 0.73% Asian, 0.29% from other races, and 1.32% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.47% of the population.

There were 262 households, out of which 30.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.1% were married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.4% were non-families. 35.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.95.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.7% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 22.0% from 45 to 64, and 17.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females there were 98.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.2 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household was $28,542, and the median income for a family was $36,944. Males had a median income of $24,844 versus $20,288 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,759. About 8.1% of families and 16.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.0% of those under age 18 and 35.7% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Edward McKendree Bounds, attorney, author and prominent clergyman of the Methodist Episcopal Church South.
 * Norm Stewart, former University of Missouri basketball coach.

title: Shelbyville, Missouri


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Augusta, Missouri

Augusta is a city in St. Charles County, Missouri, United States. The population was 270 at the 2020 census, up from 253 at the 2010 census. The city has wineries, antique shops, restaurants, B&B's, a wood shop, a glass studio, massage therapy, a historic museum, and The Augusta Brewery.

Augusta is located in the Missouri Rhineland. As a result, it is home to two wineries, Augusta Winery and Mount Pleasant Winery. The Augusta AVA was recognized by the federal government in 1980 as the first designated American Viticultural Area in the United States, beating out Napa Valley.

Vineyards and wineries have grown over the decades with more than 125 wineries now in the state of Missouri. Starting in 2020, David Hoffmann and the Hoffmann Family of Companies have invested to grow the region into a wine-tourism destination and have purchased more than two dozen properties, including four wineries and six vineyards.

Augusta is a popular stop along the Katy Trail, a 225-mile-long bike and walking path built along a former railroad right-of-way.

History
Augusta was founded in 1836, by Heinrich Knoernschild of Tiefengrun, Germany. There are stories of another man who named the town after his wife, although those theories cannot be proven.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.92 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 253 people, 112 households, and 70 families residing in the city. The population density was 275.0 PD/sqmi. There were 131 housing units at an average density of 142.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.6% White, 1.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.8% of the population.

There were 112 households, of which 28.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.9% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 37.5% were non-families. 34.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.91.

The median age in the city was 45.2 years. 22.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.7% were from 25 to 44; 32.8% were from 45 to 64; and 17.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.6% male and 53.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 218 people, 102 households, and 63 families residing in the town. The population density was 829.7 PD/sqmi. There were 119 housing units at an average density of 452.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 99.08% White, 0.46% Asian, and 0.46% from two or more races.

There were 102 households, out of which 15.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.1% were married couples living together, 10.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.3% were non-families. 35.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.14 and the average family size was 2.72.

In the town the population was spread out, with 15.6% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 30.7% from 45 to 64, and 19.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females there were 86.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.9 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $35,000, and the median income for a family was $54,375. Males had a median income of $32,500 versus $24,375 for females. The per capita income for the town was $21,065. None of the families and 2.3% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 10.9% of those over 64.

Education
The School District of Washington operates Augusta Elementary School in the city.

Augusta has a public library, a branch of the St. Charles City-County District Library.

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Cottleville, Missouri

Cottleville is a city in St. Charles County, Missouri, United States. The population was 5,611 at the 2020 census.

History
Cottleville is one of the oldest towns in St. Charles County. The town was first settled by Captain Warren G. Cottle in 1798 under a Spanish land grant. The area saw little development until 1810 when the John Pitman family arrived. Captain Cottle died in 1811, and his son, Dr. Warren G. Cottle Jr., inherited the farmlands. Dr. Cottle farmed extensively and occasionally practiced medicine. His son, Lorenzo, inherited 200 acres on both sides of the Dardenne River and, in 1839, parceled and named the town Cottleville after his father and grandfather. Before this, the village was known as Dardenne or Pin Hook. Early settlers included George Huffman (before 1803), Aaron Rutger (before 1809), Nathaniel Simons, and Nicholas Contz. A post office called Cottleville has been in operation since 1843. The town site was laid out in 1839.

It was named by Captain Lorenzo Cottle, an early settler and a veteran of the Black Hawk War and Seminole Wars.

Schools
Cottleville is home to Francis Howell Central High School, Louis C. Saeger Middle School and Warren Elementary School. St. Joseph Catholic School is also located in Cottleville, providing classes for grades K-8; St. Joseph Catholic Church is the largest church by number of parishioners in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of St. Louis. St. Charles Community College is also located nearby. St. Charles Community College is also located within the town's limits.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.46 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 3,075 people, 1,020 households, and 847 families living in the city. The population density was 689.5 PD/sqmi. There were 1,145 housing units at an average density of 256.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.7% White, 3.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 1.5% Asian, 0.5% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8% of the population.

There were 1,020 households, of which 45.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.3% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 17.0% were non-families. 13.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.01 and the average family size was 3.31.

The median age in the city was 38.2 years. 29.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.1% were from 25 to 44; 30.3% were from 45 to 64; and 7.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,928 people, 600 households, and 526 families living in the city. The population density was 493.7 PD/sqmi. There were 616 housing units at an average density of 157.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.27% White, 1.97% African American, 0.57% Asian, 0.26% from other races, and 0.93% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.88% of the population.

There were 600 households, out of which 56.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 79.3% were married couples living together, 5.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 12.2% were non-families. 8.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.20 and the average family size was 3.41.

In the city the age distribution of the population shows 35.2% under the age of 18, 5.4% from 18 to 24, 38.8% from 25 to 44, 17.1% from 45 to 64, and 3.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females there were 99.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $74,200, and the median income for a family was $78,017. Males had a median income of $48,714 versus $35,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $26,729. About 1.5% of families and 1.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.0% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

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Flint Hill, Missouri

Flint Hill is a town in northwestern St. Charles County, Missouri, United States. The population was 525 at the 2010 census.

History
Flint Hill was officially founded in 1838 by Captain Taliferro P. Grantham. The community took its name from Flint Hill, Rappahannock County, Virginia, the native home of a share of the first settlers. A post office called Flint Hill has been in operation since 1836.

Geography
Flint Hill is approximately 2.5 miles north of Wentzville just east of U.S. Route 61 on Missouri Route P. McCoy Creek flows past to the north of the community.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.47 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 525 people, 179 households, and 150 families living in the city. The population density was 212.6 PD/sqmi. There were 187 housing units at an average density of 75.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.0% White, 0.4% African American, 0.2% from other races, and 0.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.0% of the population.

There were 179 households, of which 45.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.3% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 16.2% were non-families. 14.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.93 and the average family size was 3.20.

The median age in the city was 38.8 years. 29.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.3% were from 25 to 44; 29.1% were from 45 to 64; and 11% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.3% male and 50.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 379 people, 136 households, and 107 families living in the city. The population density was 152.2 PD/sqmi. There were 138 housing units at an average density of 55.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.10% White, 0.53% African American, 0.26% Asian, and 2.11% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.53% of the population.

There were 136 households, out of which 40.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.1% were married couples living together, 3.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.3% were non-families. 19.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.79 and the average family size was 3.22.

In the city the population was spread out, with 28.2% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 31.1% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 10.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females there were 106.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $47,500, and the median income for a family was $62,750. Males had a median income of $43,333 versus $25,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,194. About 2.9% of families and 2.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 13.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Flint Hill is home to St. Theodore Catholic School, a private school for grades K-8 and approximately 300-350 students as of the 2009–2010 school year.

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Josephville, Missouri

Josephville is a village in St. Charles County, Missouri, United States. The population was 376 at the 2010 census. It is located about 35 miles west of St. Louis.

History
A post office called Josephville opened in 1875, and remained in operation until 1910. The community was named for its first postmaster, Joseph Wilmes.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 2.38 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 376 people, 133 households, and 110 families living in the village. The population density was 158.0 PD/sqmi. There were 140 housing units at an average density of 58.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 96.5% White, 1.1% African American, 0.8% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.8% from other races, and 0.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.5% of the population.

There were 133 households, of which 32.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.7% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 17.3% were non-families. 12.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.83 and the average family size was 3.12.

The median age in the village was 44.7 years. 23.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.6% were from 25 to 44; 37% were from 45 to 64; and 12.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 49.2% male and 50.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 270 people, 91 households, and 70 families living in the village. The population density was 172.3 PD/sqmi. There were 93 housing units at an average density of 59.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 99.63% White and 0.37% Asian. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.74% of the population.

There were 91 households, out of which 37.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.7% were married couples living together, 8.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.0% were non-families. 19.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.96 and the average family size was 3.46.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 33.3% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 28.1% from 25 to 44, 21.5% from 45 to 64, and 10.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 117.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.9 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $52,500, and the median income for a family was $54,643. Males had a median income of $36,042 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the village was $16,363. About 4.5% of families and 1.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.8% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

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Lake St. Louis, Missouri

The City of Lake St. Louis is a planned community, and suburb of greater St. Louis, situated around two lakes between Interstate 70 and Interstate 64 in western St. Charles County, Missouri, United States. The population was 16,707 as of the 2020 US Census. Lake St. Louis, is 43 miles from the city of St. Louis.

History
In January 1961, Ellis Ellerman and Ira Nathan begin developing plans for a private resort community, a popular concept in the 1960s in the St. Louis region. The vision was for a weekend resort with a lake large enough for recreation and a location close to St. Louis. Ellerman and Nathan hired engineers to begin the initial planning of the lake and community, and Nathan named the project "Lake St. Louis" in 1961.

Ellerman and Nathan formed Trails Lake Development Corp. in 1962, and by August 31 of that year, 10 lots had already been sold in the project, which was to feature a 625 lake (PD article 8-25-63). Ellerman and Nathan lacked adequate financing and business experience, and they soon found themselves in over their heads on the project. Ellerman and Nathan were soon joined by several other investors to keep the project afloat, including R. T. Crow. The financial troubles continued for Ellerman and Nathan, and The Healey Discount Corp., owned by Crow and the three other investors, foreclosed on Ellerman and Nathan's Trails Lake Development Corp. in June 1966.

R. T. Crow felt the location of "Lake St. Louis" (indicating a change of ownership and the "planned community" concept), between two major highways, I-70 and Rt. 61, and the westward growth of St. Louis justified building a new town, rather than just the weekend community envisioned by Ellerman and Nathan. He investigated the idea of new towns, including visiting many others in the east. In the end, Crow bought out the other three investors who were part of The Healey Discount Corp., and he became the sole developer of the Lake St. Louis development. St. Charles County approved the preliminary plan for Lake St. Louis in April 1967. People who had purchased lots from the first developers were given credits for lots in the new Lake St. Louis project.

The first residents of Lake St. Louis were the Neal family, who moved to an existing home on the property in January, 1968. Gene Neal later became a vice president of one of Crow's companies, his wife Hazel managed the Lake St. Louis Country Club. Son Mike played the "boy" of various mythical families in the development's television and print advertising, and later was a founding member of the community's water ski club.

By 1969, the 85 acre Lake Ste. Louise, the 9-hole, 3-par golf course, tennis courts, clubhouse and pool were open. Construction on the dam for the 600 acre Lake St. Louis, the larger of the two lakes in the community, began in 1968. It was completed in 1972, and Crow filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in 1974 - an action brought on in part by the energy crisis. Interstate highway speeds were reduced from 70 to 55 mph. Also, the I-70 bridge over the Missouri River was closed partially while the second bridge was added. The combination of events suddenly made Lake St. Louis too far away from employment and retail centers.

With Crow out of the picture, and the looming threat of annexation from O'Fallon on the East and Wentzville on the West, the residents of the Harbor Town area of the community petitioned St. Charles County Circuit Court for incorporation of the Town of Harbor Town. The Court granted the petition in June, 1975, and with the approval of the incorporation, the Circuit Court appointed a Board of Trustees: George Heidelbaugh, Charles Bailey, David Spitznagel, Betty Patton and Howard Haddock as Chairman. In December 1975, the town boundaries were expanded to include what was known as Phase A, the westernmost portion of the city. In 1976, a special census was conducted that counted 2,445 residents. Residents voted in 1977 to change the name to Lake St. Louis and become a 4th Class City under the Revised Statutes of Missouri. Howard Haddock was elected as the first mayor of the city.

Community association
The two lakes in the city of Lake St. Louis are private lakes owned by the membership of the Lake St. Louis Community Association (LSLCA). The LSLCA was formed to maintain and administer the Lake St. Louis amenities and provide services for the recreation-oriented community. The community association is funded by an assessment on all property within the LSLCA membership area. Originally all owners of property inside the city were automatically members of the LSLCA; however, as the city grew, the need to prevent lake overcrowding resulted in newer residential developments not having membership in the LSLCA. Since the lakes, as well as a country club, marinas, and several park areas, are private property of the community association, they are not available for use by non-members. This means that many residents of the city are not permitted to use the lakes, because their property is not covered by LSLCA membership.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.72 sqmi, of which 7.91 sqmi is land and 0.81 sqmi is water.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 16,707 people, 6,557 households, and 4,819 families in Lake St. Louis. The population density was 1,956.3 per square mile (755.3/km$2$). There were 6,883 housing units at an average density of 806.0 per square mile (311.2/km$2$). The racial makeup was 85.85% (14,343) white, 4.33% (724) black or African-American, 0.37% (62) Native American, 2.43% (406) Asian, 0.04% (7) Pacific Islander, 1.07% (179) from other races, and 5.9% (986) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.3% (701) of the population.

Of the 6,557 households, 26.6% had children under the age of 18; 66.2% were married couples living together; 17.0% had a female householder with no husband present. Of all households, 19.4% consisted of individuals and 10.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.5 and the average family size was 2.9.

19.3% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 21.9% from 25 to 44, 28.6% from 45 to 64, and 20.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45.1 years. For every 100 females, the population had 99.8 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 100.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $100,122 (with a margin of error of +/- $8,120) and the median family income was $117,276 (+/- $10,025). Males had a median income of $58,692 (+/- $8,029) versus $40,932 (+/- $11,727) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $51,264 (+/- $2,532). Approximately, 4.7% of families and 3.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.1% of those under the age of 18 and 7.2% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 14,545 people, 5,816 households, and 4,213 families residing in the city. The population density was 1838.8 PD/sqmi. There were 6,197 housing units at an average density of 783.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.2% White, 3.8% African American, 0.3% Native American, 2.1% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.1% of the population.

There were 5,816 households, of which 31.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.8% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.6% were non-families. 22.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 2.94.

The median age in the city was 41.3 years. 23.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.6% were from 25 to 44; 29% were from 45 to 64; and 16% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.5% male and 50.5% female.

2000 census
Per the census of 2000,it is estimated there were 13,708 people, 3,923 households, and 3,005 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,359.3 PD/sqmi. There were 4,133 housing units at an average density of 552.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.60% White, 1.84% African American, 0.25% Native American, 0.97% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 0.40% from other races, and 0.89% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.35% of the population.

There were 3,923 households, out of which 32.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.0% were married couples living together, 6.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.4% were non-families. 18.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 2.97.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.5% under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 27.3% from 25 to 44, 29.6% from 45 to 64, and 11.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $68,830, and the median income for a family was $80,700. Males had a median income of $57,201 versus $30,335 for females. The per capita income for the city was $32,064. About 2.1% of families and 3.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.9% of those under age 18 and 4.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The residents of Lake St. Louis are part of the Wentzville R-IV School District.

Top employers
According to the Lake St. Louis Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2018, the top employers in the city were:

Commercial development
When Schnucks opened a store on the city's previously undeveloped south side in 2004, at the intersection of I-64 and Lake St. Louis Boulevard, it marked the beginning of a rapid retail and commercial growth for the city. This was the first new retail development the city had seen in 17 years. In addition to the Schnucks development, the National Information Solutions Cooperative (NISC) also announced plans to build its $18 million 135,000-square-foot headquarters near the same intersection in 2004. The initial commercial development of 2004 was soon followed by the development of two large retail districts in the city: The Shoppes at Hawk Ridge and The Meadows at Lake St. Louis. Prior to this period of current retail growth, the city had very little commercial development. Residents of the lakeside community traveled to nearby Wentzville or O'Fallon for most shopping, dining, and other service needs that were not previously available in the city.

The Shoppes at Hawk Ridge
Bounded by I-64 to the north, South Fox Hound Drive to the east, and Hawk Ridge Trail to the South, the Shoppes at Hawk Ridge is an 800,000 sq ft (74,000 m2) retail development situated on the south side of Lake St. Louis. The development was spurred by the new $26 million Hwy N overpass completed in October 2005, which eventually became part of the Page Avenue extension. The development was the largest retail project in St. Charles County at the time of its construction, and it opened in January 2006. The Hawk Ridge development is anchored by several big box and numerous smaller retailers and restaurants. Building styles and landscaping play a vital role in the look of the development. Some businesses were forced to abandon their standard store designs and color schemes in order to comply with style elements of the development.

The Meadows at Lake St. Louis
The second major retail development that anchors the Lake St. Louis retail district is The Meadows at Lake St. Louis. Opened in August 2008, the Meadows is an open-air shopping district geared toward the community's affluent residents. The Meadows was developed to meet the growing demand for specialty stores and restaurants in St. Charles County, and it was billed as the first lifestyle center in the county. It features two landscaped boulevards in a downtown street grid, surrounded by 500,000 sq ft (46,000 m2) of restaurants and a variety of specialty retail stores. The retail portion of the development is anchored by upscale specialty department store Von Maur. Kansas City-based Ferguson Properties also plans to build a 110- to 120-room Marriott or Hilton branded hotel geared toward business travelers as part of the lifestyle center. The Meadows is located on 64 acres on the north side of I-64 near Lake St. Louis Boulevard.

Notable people

 * Howard "Chingy" Bailey, Jr., Platinum selling music artist
 * Jud "Fabio" Birza, winner of Survivor: Nicaragua
 * Don Coryell, former NFL Head Coach
 * Jonathan Dolan, Missouri State Senator
 * Cornell "Nelly" Haynes, Jr., Grammy Award-winning music artist.
 * Shaun Murray, Four time World Champion wakeboarder
 * Cal Neeman, former Major League Baseball catcher
 * Bob Onder, Missouri State Senator
 * Dave Phillips, Retired Major League Baseball umpire

title: Lake St. Louis, Missouri


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New Melle, Missouri

New Melle is a small city in St. Charles County, Missouri, United States. It is located approximately 38 miles west of St. Louis. The population was 475 at the 2010 census.

History
New Melle was platted ca. 1850. The community was named after Melle, Germany, the former home of a share of the first settlers. A post office called New Melle has been in operation since 1850. New Melle incorporated as a city in 1978.

The Meier General Store and St. Paul's Church are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.61 sqmi, of which 1.57 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 475 people, 179 households, and 143 families living in the city. The population density was 302.5 PD/sqmi. There were 195 housing units at an average density of 124.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.3% White, 0.6% African American, 0.8% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, and 1.1% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.

There were 179 households, of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.3% were married couples living together, 2.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 20.1% were non-families. 17.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.65 and the average family size was 3.01.

The median age in the city was 47.1 years. 23.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.1% were from 25 to 44; 30.1% were from 45 to 64; and 22.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.6% male and 51.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 124 people, 44 households, and 35 families living in the city. The population density was 349.8 PD/sqmi. There were 49 housing units at an average density of 138.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.39% White and 1.61% African American.

There were 44 households, out of which 31.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.7% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.2% were non-families. 15.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.82 and the average family size was 3.17.

In the city the population was spread out, with 25.8% under the age of 18, 4.0% from 18 to 24, 26.6% from 25 to 44, 31.5% from 45 to 64, and 12.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females there were 93.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 80.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $55,417, and the median income for a family was $67,917. Males had a median income of $51,250 versus. $24,167 for females. The per capita income for the city was $29,965. There were no families and 3.1% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Education
New Melle is in the Francis Howell School District. Elementary school students attend Daniel Boone Elementary, middle school students attend Francis Howell Middle School, and high school students attend Francis Howell High School.

New Melle has a public library, a branch of the St. Charles City-County District Library.

title: New Melle, Missouri


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Portage Des Sioux, Missouri

Portage Des Sioux is a city in St. Charles County, Missouri, United States. The town sits on the Mississippi River roughly opposite Elsah, Illinois, and is the home of the riverside shrine of Our Lady of the Rivers. The population was 328 at the 2010 census. The city was founded in 1799 by Spanish Lt. Gov. Zenon Trudeau and François Saucier in reaction to American plans to build a military post about 12 mi downstream. The French name derives from the overland escape route between the Missouri River and Mississippi River used by a band of Sioux, fleeing enemies; they used this area as a portage for their canoes, outdistancing their rivals who instead paddled all of the way to the confluence of the rivers.

The Treaties of Portage des Sioux in 1815 were signed here ostensibly settling Native American and United States conflicts in the War of 1812. The treaties consolidated and affirmed the Treaty of St. Louis (1804) in which the Sac and Fox ceding northeast Missouri and much of Illinois and Wisconsin and the 1808 Treaty of Fort Clark in which the Osage Nation ceded all of Missouri and Arkansas. These treaties were to ultimately result in the Black Hawk War and the tribes being forced to move west of Missouri.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.53 sqmi, of which 0.45 sqmi is land and 0.08 sqmi is water.

Demographics
As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $38,333, and the median income for a family was $42,321. Males had a median income of $41,875 versus $25,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,693. About 2.8% of families and 2.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.0% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 328 people, 136 households, and 90 families residing in the city. The population density was 728.9 PD/sqmi. There were 166 housing units at an average density of 368.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.5% White, 0.6% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8% of the population.

There were 136 households, of which 28.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.2% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.8% were non-families. 31.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 3.02.

The median age in the city was 44.3 years. 22% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.3% were from 25 to 44; 38.8% were from 45 to 64; and 10.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.2% male and 48.8% female.

Education
Public education in Portage Des Sioux is administered by the Orchard Farm School District.

Portage Des Sioux had a public library, a branch of the St. Charles City-County District Library. It closed after flooding in 2019.

title: Portage Des Sioux, Missouri