Cedar Hill, Missouri facts for kids
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Cedar Hill, Missouri
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Dam on the Big River at Cedar Hill
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Location of Cedar Hill, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Jefferson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.29 sq mi (5.94 km2) |
| • Land | 2.29 sq mi (5.94 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 538 ft (164 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,875 |
| • Density | 816.99/sq mi (315.42/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
63016
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| Area code(s) | 636 |
| FIPS code | 29-12358 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2393369 |
Cedar Hill is a small community located in northwest Jefferson County, Missouri, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is an area that looks like a town but doesn't have its own local government. In 2020, about 1,875 people lived there.
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History of Cedar Hill
Cedar Hill got its name from the many cedar trees that grew on a nearby hill. A post office was opened in Cedar Hill way back in 1868. This helped the community grow and connect with other places.
Geography and Location
Cedar Hill is about 32 miles (51 km) southwest of downtown St. Louis. A major road, Missouri Route 30, goes through the western part of Cedar Hill. This highway helps people travel northeast to St. Louis or west to St. Clair.
Land and Water Features
The community covers an area of about 2.29 square miles (5.9 square kilometers). All of this area is land. The Big River flows along the southern and western edges of Cedar Hill. This river is a branch of the Meramec River. Cedar Hill is also home to an old mill and a dam on the Big River.
People of Cedar Hill
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| 2020 | 1,875 | — | |
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In 2000, there were about 1,703 people living in Cedar Hill. This number grew to 1,875 people by 2020.
Population Details
The people in Cedar Hill come from different age groups.
- About 27% of the people were under 18 years old.
- About 30% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 8% were 65 years old or older.
The average age of people in Cedar Hill was 35 years old. Most households were families, with many having children living at home.
See also
In Spanish: Cedar Hill (Misuri) para niños
