Maplewood, Missouri facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Maplewood, Missouri
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Manchester Road passes through Maplewood, Missouri
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Location of Maplewood, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | St. Louis |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.56 sq mi (4.05 km2) |
| • Land | 1.56 sq mi (4.05 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 518 ft (158 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 8,269 |
| • Density | 5,283.71/sq mi (2,040.07/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 29-45830 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395847 |
| Website | City of Maplewood official website: http://www.cityofmaplewood.com/ |
Maplewood is a city in St. Louis County, Missouri, United States. It's located just outside the main city of St. Louis. Maplewood is known as an "inner-ring suburb," which means it's one of the older towns built close to a big city.
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History of Maplewood
Maplewood was founded around the early 1900s. It was one of the first suburbs of St. Louis. People could easily travel there using streetcar lines and major railroads.
A Community for Families
Maplewood was built as a "bedroom community." This means it was a place where people lived and slept, but often traveled to the bigger city for work. Back then, cities were often smoky from burning coal. Advertisements encouraged people to move to Maplewood for its fresh air and less crowded spaces. Many of the homes built between 1900 and 1910 are still standing today. Some of these homes have even stayed in the same family for many years!
Modern Maplewood
Today, Maplewood is becoming a lively place again. New restaurants, shops, and businesses are opening up, especially around Manchester Avenue and Sutton Avenue.
In 2018, Maplewood changed one of its local rules. Before this, if someone called the police for help more than twice in 180 days, they could face eviction from their home. This rule was changed to make sure everyone feels safe calling for help when they need it.
In 2021, the people of Maplewood elected Nikylan Knapper as their mayor. She made history as the city's first Black mayor.
Geography
Maplewood covers an area of about 1.56 square miles (4.05 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 4,976 | — | |
| 1920 | 7,431 | 49.3% | |
| 1930 | 12,657 | 70.3% | |
| 1940 | 12,875 | 1.7% | |
| 1950 | 13,416 | 4.2% | |
| 1960 | 12,552 | −6.4% | |
| 1970 | 12,785 | 1.9% | |
| 1980 | 10,960 | −14.3% | |
| 1990 | 9,962 | −9.1% | |
| 2000 | 9,228 | −7.4% | |
| 2010 | 8,046 | −12.8% | |
| 2020 | 8,269 | 2.8% | |
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Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 8,269 people living in Maplewood. The city had 4,345 households. The average household had about 1.9 people.
About 19.2% of the people in Maplewood were under 18 years old. The median age was 32.9 years. This means half the people were younger than 32.9, and half were older.
Population in 2010
In the 2010 census, Maplewood had 8,046 people. There were 4,269 households.
About 19.1% of the population was under 20 years old. The median age was 34.7 years.
Transportation
Maplewood has good ways to get around, both by public transport and by car.
Public Transportation
Maplewood is served by the Blue Line of the St. Louis light rail system. This is like a train that runs above ground. The city has two MetroLink stations: Maplewood-Manchester and Sunnen.
There is also the Maplewood Transit Center. This center connects the light rail station with MetroBus routes. Buses can take you to many other places in the area.
Major Roads and Highways
Important roads in Maplewood include Big Bend Boulevard, Hanley Road, and Manchester Road. Interstate 44, a major highway, passes just south of the city.
Schools and Library
Public schools in Maplewood are part of the Maplewood-Richmond Heights School District. This district includes Maplewood Richmond Heights High School.
Maplewood also has its own public library, called the Maplewood Public Library. It's a great place to find books and learn new things!
Notable people
Many interesting people have connections to Maplewood:
- Mark Christman, a baseball player
- Paul Christman, a professional football player
- Ray Kennedy, a jazz pianist
- Pee Wee Russell, a jazz musician, was born in Maplewood
- Tershawn Wharton, a Defensive Tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs
See also
In Spanish: Maplewood (Misuri) para niños
