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Crestwood, MO

Crestwood is a city in south St. Louis County, Missouri, United States, part of the Metropolitan Statistical Area known as Greater St. Louis. The population was 11,912 at the 2010 census.

In 2011, Bloomberg Businessweek magazine named Crestwood the "Best Place to Raise Kids in Missouri," lauding the community for top-tier schools and excellent municipal services. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.60 square miles (9.32 km2), all of it land.

Crestwood is home to several public parks, including Crestwood Park, featuring baseball and soccer fields, a playground, and tennis courts, and Whitecliff Park, featuring the Crestwood Community Center and the Crestwood Aquatic Center, a public water park. Adjacent to Whitecliff Park in the small city of Grantwood Village is the animal reserve owned by 

Anheuser-Busch called Grant's Farm, which is free and open to the public during the summer. Grant's Farm, now home to free-roaming buffalo, zebras, and deer among other animals, is located on property formerly owned by President Ulysses S. Grant in the period between the Mexican War and the Civil War.

Crestwood is the burial place of Sgt. John Sappington. He was a Revolutionary War soldier who was a personal bodyguard to Gen. George Washington at Valley Forge. He was also one of the pioneers at Fort Boonesborough in Madison County, Kentucky. The Sappington were large landowners in the area, and Mark and Thomas Sappington's homes still stand in the vicinity. The Sappington Cemetery is maintained by the City of Crestwood, and several Sappington descendants still pass through to maintain the family graves. Crestwood is also the final resting place of Revered Moses Dickson buried in Father Dickson Cemetery and is one of the historic stops along Grant's Trail a biking and walking trail in St. Louis County, Missouri

The median income for a household in the city was $54,185, and the median income for a family was $64,240. Males had a median income of $46,473 versus $31,934 for females. The per capita income for the city was $26,793. About 1.5% of families and 2.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.8% of those under age 18 and 1.6% of those age 65 or over.

Crestwood places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Mercy Hospital St. Louis and Crestwood Health Care Center offer comprehensive healthcare services, ensuring residents and visitors receive quality medical care. Start your journey with Anytime Fitness, providing a convenient and accessible gym experience for all fitness levels. Explore Planet Fitness, known for its judgment-free environment and diverse workout options. For personalized training, consider All N 1 Fitness, where experienced trainers offer tailored fitness plans. Dive into The Edge Fitness Clubs, offering state-of-the-art equipment and group fitness classes. Explore the holistic benefits of Output Performance, focusing on functional fitness and overall wellness. 

The top sites in Crestwood, MO are the Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site, Laumeier Sculpture Park, and Missouri Botanical Garden.

Population: 12,338 (2021). ZIP code: 63126. Area: 3.59 sq mi (9.29 km2). Area Code: NA.

FAQs

What are the demographics of Crestwood, MO?

Crestwood is a city located in St. Louis County and St. Louis City Missouri. Crestwood has a 2024 population of 12,048. Crestwood is currently declining at a rate of -0.71% annually and its population has decreased by -2.79% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 12,394 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Crestwood was: White: 91.89%, Two or more races: 3.57%, Black or African American: 2.05%, Asian: 1.24%, Other race: 1.24%, Native American: 0%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%

Is Crestwood, MO a good place to live?

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

What county is Crestwood, MO?

Crestwood is a city in south St. Louis County, Missouri, United States, part of the Metropolitan Statistical Area known as Greater St. Louis. The population was 11,912 at the 2010 census. In 2011, Bloomberg Businessweek magazine named Crestwood the "Best Place to Raise Kids in Missouri," lauding the community for top-tier schools and excellent municipal services.

Sources

City of Crestwood 

Wikipedia

Niche

World Population Review

Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site

Laumeier Sculpture Park

Missouri Botanical Garden

Mercy Hospital St. Louis

Crestwood Health Care Center

Anytime Fitness,

Planet Fitness

All N 1 Fitness

The Edge Fitness Clubs

Output Performance

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