Maryland Heights, Missouri facts for kids
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Maryland Heights, Missouri
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| City of Maryland Heights | ||
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| Motto(s):
Where Life is Celebrated
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Location of Maryland Heights, Missouri
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Missouri | |
| County | St. Louis | |
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| • Total | 23.40 sq mi (60.62 km2) | |
| • Land | 21.88 sq mi (56.67 km2) | |
| • Water | 1.52 sq mi (3.95 km2) | |
| Elevation | 505 ft (154 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 28,284 | |
| • Density | 1,292.63/sq mi (499.09/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central (CST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP code |
63043
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| Area code(s) | 314 | |
| FIPS code | 29-46586 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395034 | |
Maryland Heights is a city in Missouri, United States. It is located just west of St. Louis in St. Louis County. In 2020, about 28,284 people lived there.
Maryland Heights became an official city in 1985. Edwin L. Dirck was the city's first mayor.
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Geography of Maryland Heights
Maryland Heights covers about 23.35 square miles (60.62 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
People Living in Maryland Heights
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 8,805 | — | |
| 1980 | 5,676 | −35.5% | |
| 1990 | 25,407 | 347.6% | |
| 2000 | 25,756 | 1.4% | |
| 2010 | 27,472 | 6.7% | |
| 2020 | 28,284 | 3.0% | |
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Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census showed that 28,284 people lived in Maryland Heights. There were almost 12,000 households.
Most people (about 58.5%) were white. About 15.4% were black or African-American, and 16.4% were Asian. People of Hispanic or Latino background made up about 3.6% of the population.
About 17.6% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age in the city was 36.4 years.
Population in 2010
In the census of 2010, there were 27,472 people living in Maryland Heights. The city had about 12,180 households.
The population was made up of different groups. About 63.2% were White, 21.9% were African American, and 9.8% were Asian. About 4.5% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in the city was 35 years. About 20.3% of the people were under 18 years old.
Education in Maryland Heights
Students in Maryland Heights attend public schools in two different districts:
- Parkway School District
- Pattonville School District
Both of these school districts have received special awards for their good performance from the Missouri Department of Education.
Healthcare Services
SSM Health DePaul Hospital is a large hospital with 478 beds. It is located nearby in Bridgeton and offers many health services.
Economy and Jobs
Maryland Heights is home to many businesses. Some well-known companies have offices or headquarters here.
- Edward Jones Investments has a large office campus in the city.
- World Wide Technology is a big technology company based in Maryland Heights.
- Hollywood Casino St. Louis is a popular entertainment spot on the west side of the city.
A railway company called Central Midland Railway (CMR) also provides freight train services to businesses in Maryland Heights. This railway uses part of an old train line built in 1870.
Top Employers
Here are some of the biggest employers in Maryland Heights, based on a 2022 report:
| # | Employer | # of Employees |
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| 1 | Spectrum Mid West LLC | 2,119 |
| 2 | World Wide Technology | 1,432 |
| 3 | Edward Jones | 1,418 |
| 4 | Magellan Health Services | 1,350 |
| 5 | Hollywood Casino St. Louis | 933 |
| 6 | United Healthcare | 900 |
| 7 | Graybar Electric Company, Inc. | 690 |
| 8 | Schnucks Markets | 627 |
| 9 | Equifax Workforce Solutions | 570 |
| 10 | Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital | 500 |
Fun Things to Do
Maryland Heights has many parks and fun places for people to visit. The city runs four parks, a waterpark, a sports facility, and even a park just for dogs!
Aquaport
Aquaport is a fun water park run by the city. It opened in 1999 and is a great place to cool off in the summer.
Centene Community Ice Center
The Centene Community Ice Center opened in 2019. It has three indoor ice rinks and one outdoor rink. It is a practice place for the St. Louis Blues hockey team and home to Lindenwood University's hockey teams.
Creve Coeur County Park
Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park is a large park with a 320-acre (1.3 km2) lake. It was a popular vacation spot in the early 1900s. The park also has a beautiful waterfall called "Dripping Springs." It was the very first park in St. Louis County.
Historic Aircraft Restoration Museum
The Historic Aircraft Restoration Museum is located at the Creve Coeur Airport. It has a large collection of old airplanes from the 1920s and 1930s.
Vago Community Park
Vago Park is a 20-acre (81,000 m2) park with three playgrounds, a splash pad, and a walking trail. It also has picnic areas with barbecue grills. Be sure to see the "Veterans Memorial Walk," a sidewalk made of bricks with the names of local people who served in the Armed Forces of the United States.
Gerald A. Eise Memorial Park
Eise Park has a playground, a splash pad, picnic tables, and a basketball court. It's a nice place for families to enjoy.
Quiet Hollow Park
Quiet Hollow Park is a smaller park located at Marine Avenue and McKelvey Road.
Parkwood Park
Parkwood Park is next to Parkwood Elementary School. It has a 0.7-mile (1.1 km) walking trail with fitness stations, a playground, and green space.
Westport Plaza
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Westport Plaza is a large area with many restaurants, entertainment places, and businesses. It's a busy spot where people can dine and have fun.
Hollywood Casino
Hollywood Casino St. Louis is the first casino in St. Louis County. It opened in 1997.
Hollywood Casino Amphitheater
The Hollywood Casino Amphitheater is a big outdoor place for concerts. It can hold up to 20,000 people, with seats and a large lawn area.
Zion Lutheran Church
Zion Lutheran Church is one of the oldest parts of the Maryland Heights community. It started as a school in 1869 and became a church in 1883.
See also
In Spanish: Maryland Heights (Misuri) para niños
