Saint Clair, Missouri facts for kids
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St. Clair
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 St. Clair
Location in Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Franklin |
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| • Type | Municipality |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.79 sq mi (12.41 km2) |
| • Land | 4.78 sq mi (12.37 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 699 ft (213 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,791 |
| • Density | 1,002.93/sq mi (387.22/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CST) |
| ZIP codes |
63077
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| FIPS code | 29-64136 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396481 |
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| Website | http://stclairmo.us/ |
St. Clair is a city located in Franklin County, Missouri, United States. In 2020, the city had a population of 4,791 people.
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About St. Clair, Missouri
Where is St. Clair Located?
St. Clair is found between two rivers. The Meramec River is to the southeast. The Bourbeuse River is to the northwest.
Major roads pass through the city. Interstate 44 runs along the northwest side. Missouri Routes 30 and 47 also go through St. Clair.
Nearby Towns and Cities
- Union is about six miles north on Route 47.
- Stanton is about eight miles southwest on I-44.
- Parkway is just southeast of the city on Route 30.
How Big is St. Clair?
The city covers a total area of about 3.71 square miles (9.61 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a tiny part, about 0.01 square miles (0.03 square kilometers), is water.
History of St. Clair
Early Beginnings
St. Clair was first called "Travelers Repose." This name meant a place for travelers to rest. The city was officially planned in 1859. This happened when the railroad reached that spot.
How St. Clair Got Its Name
The city's current name, St. Clair, comes from a railroad official. This person had the last name St. Clair.
Historic Buildings in St. Clair
Two important buildings in St. Clair are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are special and protected because of their history.
- The International Shoe Company Building
- The Panhorst Feed Store
People of St. Clair
Population Growth Over Time
The number of people living in St. Clair has changed a lot over the years.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 217 | — | |
| 1890 | 208 | −4.1% | |
| 1900 | 189 | −9.1% | |
| 1910 | 397 | 110.1% | |
| 1920 | 442 | 11.3% | |
| 1930 | 1,135 | 156.8% | |
| 1940 | 1,410 | 24.2% | |
| 1950 | 1,779 | 26.2% | |
| 1960 | 2,711 | 52.4% | |
| 1970 | 2,978 | 9.8% | |
| 1980 | 3,485 | 17.0% | |
| 1990 | 3,917 | 12.4% | |
| 2000 | 4,390 | 12.1% | |
| 2010 | 4,724 | 7.6% | |
| 2020 | 4,791 | 1.4% | |
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Who Lives in St. Clair? (2010 Census)
In 2010, there were 4,724 people living in St. Clair. They lived in 1,908 households. A household is a group of people living together.
Most residents were White (96.9%). A small number were African American (1.0%), Native American (0.3%), or Asian (0.1%). Some people were from other backgrounds or more than one race. About 1.2% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Families and Age in St. Clair
Many households (34.2%) had children under 18. About 37.5% were married couples. Some households had a female head (16.1%) or a male head (5.9%) without a spouse.
The average age in St. Clair was 33.1 years old.
- 26.6% of people were under 18.
- 10.6% were between 18 and 24.
- 27.1% were between 25 and 44.
- 23% were between 45 and 64.
- 12.8% were 65 or older.
There were slightly more females (52.9%) than males (47.1%) in the city.
Education in St. Clair
Many people in St. Clair have completed high school. About 69.7% of the population finished high school. A smaller number went on to college. About 6.5% earned a bachelor's degree. Only 2.5% achieved a graduate degree.
Education in St. Clair
St. Clair School District
The St. Clair School District serves the city and nearby areas. It has four schools:
- St. Clair High School
- St. Clair Junior High School
- St. Clair Edgar Murray Elementary School
- St. Clair Elementary
Another school in the area is Cornerstone Christian Academy.
Public Library
St. Clair also has a public library. It is part of the Scenic Regional Library system. Libraries are great places to read, learn, and find information.
Notable Person from St. Clair
- Phoebe Hearst, a very important woman, was born in St. Clair. She was the mother of William Randolph Hearst, who was a famous newspaper publisher.
