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Chesterfield, MO

Chesterfield is a city in St. Louis County, Missouri, United States. It is a western suburb of St. Louis. As of the 2020 census, the population was 49,999, making it the state's 14th most populous city. The broader valley of Chesterfield was originally referred to as "Gumbo Flats", derived from its soil, which though very rich and silty, resembled gumbo when wet.

Present-day Chesterfield is known to have been a site of Native American inhabitation for thousands of years. A site in western Chesterfield containing artwork and carvings has been dated as 4,000 years old. A Mississippian site, dated to around the year 1000, containing the remains of what have been identified as a market and ceremonial center, is also located in modern Chesterfield.

The name "Chesterfield" was given by landowner Justus Post who arrived in Missouri in 1815 and began amassing an estate in the location of the present-day city. Post had grown up in Vermont, not far from the town of Chesterfield, New Hampshire, which sits on the border between New Hampshire and Vermont. Although Post eventually left Missouri and moved to Illinois, his chosen placename of "Chesterfield" stuck.

For many years, "Chesterfield" was an all-inclusive place name for a vast, unincorporated sub-region of western St. Louis County (called "West County" by metro area residents) containing the unincorporated historical communities listed above, plus areas now incorporated as cities of their own (e.g., Ballwin). Police and fire protection in the community were fragmented and sporadic, the former provided by St. Louis County. As the population grew, Chesterfield Mall and other retail and commercial real estate developments sprang up; however, many residents were concerned about the lack of quality public services, and that the municipal sales tax benefited the county instead of the community.

Chesterfield is located approximately 25 miles (40 km) west of St. Louis. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 33.52 square miles (86.82 km2), of which 31.78 square miles (82.31 km2) is land and 1.74 square miles (4.51 km2) is water.

Portions of Chesterfield are located in the floodplain of the Missouri River, now known as Chesterfield Valley, formerly as Gumbo Flats. Here several small creeks empty into the Missouri River (Caulks Creek and Bonhomme Creek). This area was submerged during the Great Flood of 1993; higher levees built since then have led to extensive commercial development in the valley. Chesterfield Valley is the location of Spirit of St. Louis Airport, used for corporate aviation, as well as the longest outdoor strip mall in America.

Chesterfield places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. St. Luke's Hospital and Mercy Hospital St. Louis offer top-notch healthcare services, ensuring residents have access to quality medical care. For those interested in physical fitness, Zenith Climbing Center offers indoor rock climbing facilities suitable for all skill levels 6. Additionally, IBEX Climbing Gym provides another venue for climbing enthusiasts to engage in this full-body workout. To unwind and rejuvenate, individuals can visit the Aquarius Wellness Center For Healing Arts, which offers a range of holistic treatments and therapeutic services. For those interested in high-intensity workouts, CrossFit Fringe provides dynamic group fitness classes focused on functional movements. Other activities include yoga classes at local studios like Sumits Yoga St. Louis.

Top sites in Chesterfield, MO are Faust Park, Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, Chesterfield Amphitheater, and St. Louis Premium Outlets.

Population: 49,166 (2023). Elevation: 515 ft (157 m). Area: 33.84 sq mi (87.64 km2). ZIP codes: 63005, 63017. Area code: 636.

FAQs

Is Chesterfield, MO affluent?

In 2022, Chesterfield, MO had a population of 49.6k people. The economy of Chesterfield, MO employs 24.8k people. The median age of 47.1 and the median household income of $137,052. Between 2021 and 2022 the population of Chesterfield, MO declined from 49,675 to 49,645, a −0.0604% decrease and its median household income grew from $124,551 to $137,052, a 10% increase.

Is Chesterfield, MO a nice place to live?

Chesterfield is in St. Louis County and is one of the best places to live in Missouri. Living in Chesterfield offers residents a dense suburban feel; most residents own their homes. In Chesterfield, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many retirees live in Chesterfield and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Chesterfield are highly rated.

Is Chesterfield, MO a part of St. Louis?

Incorporated in 1988 and covering approximately 32 square miles in suburban St. Louis County, the City of Chesterfield, Missouri is a thriving residential and business community. Chesterfield is located just 25 minutes west of downtown St. Louis along Interstate 64. It is a special place where gleaming mid-level office buildings, tree-lined neighborhoods, shopping centers, and rustic horse farms have found a way to blend harmoniously upon a 32-square-mile canvas of rolling hills and lush green valleys.

Sources

City of Chesterfield

Wikipedia

Data USA

Niche

Faust Park

Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House

Chesterfield Amphitheater

St. Louis Premium Outlets

St. Luke's Hospital

Mercy Hospital St. Louis

Zenith Climbing Center

IBEX Climbing Gym

Aquarius Wellness

CrossFit Fringe

Sumits Yoga St. Louis

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