Park Hills, Missouri facts for kids
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Park Hills, Missouri
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Location of Park Hills, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | St. Francois |
| Area | |
| • Total | 20.43 sq mi (52.91 km2) |
| • Land | 20.34 sq mi (52.67 km2) |
| • Water | 0.09 sq mi (0.23 km2) |
| Elevation | 758 ft (231 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 8,587 |
| • Density | 422.24/sq mi (163.03/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Zip code |
63601
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| Area code(s) | 573 |
| FIPS code | 29-56272 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1669609 |
| Website | http://www.parkhillsmo.net/ |
Park Hills is a city located in St. Francois County, Missouri, in the United States. In 2020, about 8,587 people lived there. It's a cool place with a unique history and lots of outdoor fun nearby!
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History of Park Hills
How Park Hills Was Formed
Park Hills became a city in a special way. In January 1994, four smaller places decided to join together. These were the cities of Flat River, Elvins, Esther, and the village of Rivermines. Before that, another village called Fairview Acres had already joined Flat River in 1983.
Choosing the Name Park Hills
A group of citizens from the four towns helped pick the new name. Mildred Lee, a teacher and longtime resident of Flat River, suggested "Park Hills." She got the idea from the many hills in the area, which are part of the Ozark Mountains. She also thought of the many parks nearby.
Location and Nearby Parks
Park Hills is about 7 miles northwest of Farmington, Missouri. It's also about 65 miles south of St. Louis. The city is right next to St. Joe State Park. Many other state parks are close by, like St. Francois, Hawn, Elephant Rocks, Johnson's Shut-Ins, Taum Sauk Mountain, and Washington.
Education and Mining History
Park Hills is home to Mineral Area College. This college used to be called Flat River Junior College. The city is also in an area known as the Old Lead Belt. This area was once very important for lead mining.
Historic Buildings in Park Hills
The Eugene Field School is a special building in Park Hills. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2005. This means it's an important historical site.
Geography of Park Hills
Park Hills is located at 37°50′40″N 90°30′40″W / 37.84444°N 90.51111°W. The city covers a total area of about 20.42 square miles (52.9 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 20.33 square miles (52.67 square kilometers). A small part, about 0.09 square miles (0.23 square kilometers), is water.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 7,861 | — | |
| 2010 | 8,759 | 11.4% | |
| 2020 | 8,587 | −2.0% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 | |||
Population Changes Over Time
The population of Park Hills has changed over the years. In 2000, there were 7,861 people. By 2010, the population grew to 8,759. In the most recent count in 2020, the population was 8,587.
Who Lives in Park Hills
In 2020, there were 8,587 people living in Park Hills. The city had 3,384 households. A household is a group of people living together. About 34.3% of these households had children under 18. The average household had about 2.5 people. The median age in Park Hills was 32.8 years. This means half the people were younger than 32.8 and half were older.
Education in Park Hills
Public schools in Park Hills are managed by the Central R-III School District. This district helps make sure students get a good education. Park Hills also has a public library called the Park Hills Public Library. It's a great place to borrow books and learn new things.
Fun Things to Do in Park Hills
Park Hills has many places that people enjoy visiting.
- Columbia Park is in the middle of the city. It has a walking track, a playground, and an 18-hole disc golf course. There's also a public swimming pool for everyone to enjoy.
- The Park Hills Sports Complex is a popular spot for sports. Many softball games are played here from March to November.
Famous People from Park Hills
Some well-known people have come from Park Hills:
- Darrell S. Cole: A brave soldier who received the Medal of Honor. A Navy ship, the USS Cole (DDG-67), is named after him.
- Ferlin Husky: A famous country music singer. He is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame.
- Bill Upton: A player in Major League Baseball.
- Tom Upton: Also a player in Major League Baseball.
See also
In Spanish: Park Hills (Misuri) para niños
