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Bolivar, MO

Bolivar is a city and county seat of Polk County, Missouri, United States.

Bolivar began as a settlement around Keeling Spring, with the majority of settlers being from Hardeman County, Tennessee. The settlement became part of Greene County, Missouri when that county was organized in 1833. After the northern part of Greene County was ceded to form Polk County, Missouri, the Polk County Court proclaimed the settlement as a city, named it Bolivar, and designated it as the county seat on 10 November 1835. Bolivar was re-organized as a fourth-class city on 15 February 1881. Bolivar experienced growth in 1884 when the St. Louis–San Francisco Railway was extended to that point.

The name "Bolivar" was proposed by John Polk Campbell and his brothers William St. Clair and Ezekiel Madison. It is named after Bolivar, Tennessee, where their grandfather and Continental Army Colonel Ezekiel Polk had lived. In the 1830s, both Polk and Bolivar were named locally associated with liberation. As such, Bolivar, Missouri is an indirect namesake of Simón Bolívar.

The Bolivar Public Library, First National Bank, and North Ward School are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Bolivar is located in Marion Township. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.30 square miles (21.50 km2), of which 8.28 square miles (21.45 km2) is land and 0.02 square miles (0.05 km2) is water.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,609, and the median income for a family was $35,716. Males had a median income of $25,731 versus $18,618 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,654. About 11.0% of families and 19.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.5% of those under age 18 and 11.7% of those age 65 or over.

Bolivar places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. The healthcare sector in Bolivar is robust, with facilities like Citizens Memorial Healthcare providing quality medical services to the community. Mega1Fitness provides a range of fitness programs and equipment for community members to stay active and healthy.  At the Bolivar Recreation Center, you can participate in fitness classes and make use of their extensive facilities. Start your relaxation journey at Reflections Salon and Rose Medical Spa for different spa treatments of your choice. Body Balance by Stacey offers massage therapy sessions to alleviate stress and promote relaxation. T

Top sites in Bolivar, MO are Dunnegan Gallery of Art Inc, Wild Animal Safari - Springfield/Strafford, Missouri, and Dunnegan Memorial Park.

Population: 11,338 (2023). ZIP codes: 65613, 65727. Area code: 417. Elevation: 1,070 ft (330 m). Area: 8.30 square miles (21.50 km2).

FAQs

Is Bolivar, MO a good place to live?

Bolivar is in Polk County. Living in Bolivar offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many young professionals live in Bolivar and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Bolivar are highly rated.

What is the cost of living in Bolivar, MO?

Bolivar, Missouri's cost of living is 14% lower than the national average. Bolivar's housing expenses are 28% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 13% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 11% lower than the national average. Bolivar has grocery prices that are 4% lower than the national average. Healthcare in Bolivar is 1% lower than the national average.

What county is Bolivar, MO?

Bolivar is a city and county seat of Polk County, Missouri, United States. Bolivar is located in Marion Township. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.30 square miles (21.50 km2), of which 8.28 square miles (21.45 km2) is land and 0.02 square miles (0.05 km2) is water.

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City of Bolivar 

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Dunnegan Gallery of Art Inc

Wild Animal Safari - Springfield/Strafford, Missouri

Dunnegan Memorial Park

Citizens Memorial Healthcare

Mega1Fitness

Bolivar Recreation Center

Reflections Salon

Rose Medical Spa

Body Balance by Stacey

Greater Polk County Farmers Market

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