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Eureka, MO

Eureka is a city in St. Louis County and Jefferson County, Missouri, adjacent to Wildwood and Pacific. It is in the extreme southwest of the Greater St. Louis metro area. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 11,646. Since 1971, Eureka has been known as the home of the amusement park Six Flags St. Louis.

The area's first known inhabitants were Shawnee Native Americans on the banks of the Meramec River; archaeological artifacts can still be found today as evidence of their past occupation of the area.

The village of Eureka was platted in 1858 along the route of the Pacific Railroad. By 1890, the village consisted of about 100 homes. According to the Eureka, railroad workers, while clearing the way for the track and the next railroad camp, saw Eureka, level land with little to clear, and declared, "Eureka!" Greek meaning "I have found it."Thus, Eureka was founded. In 1898, Eureka became home to the St. Louis Children's Industrial Farm, established to give children from St. Louis tenement neighborhoods a chance to experience life in a rural setting. It later became Camp Wyman (now part of Wyman Center) and is one of the oldest camps in the United States. The first high school class in Eureka was held in 1909. Eureka was incorporated as a fourth-class city on April 7, 1954.

Historically, Eureka was wholly within St. Louis County. In September 2019, the city's Board of Aldermen voted to annex two commercial lots—one of them a 72.5-acre tract that houses Kirkwood Materials West, a sand and gravel quarry, and the other a 75-acre field, both at highways 109 and FF—located just across the Meramec River in Jefferson County into the city. On October 1, 2019, the city voted to annex the under-construction 549-home Windswept Farms subdivision just to the south of the city. Both annexations both voluntary by the owners.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 10.45 square miles (27.07 km2), of which 10.35 square miles (26.81 km2) is land, and 0.10 square miles (0.26 km2) is water.

Eureka places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Healthcare facilities such as St. Clare Hospital and Mercy Clinic Internal Medicine - Legends Parkway ensure quality medical care for residents. For fitness enthusiasts, Anytime Fitness provides 24/7 access to state-of-the-art exercise equipment and personal training sessions. Eureka Parks and Recreation offers numerous outdoor activities, including hiking trails at Route 66 State Park and various sports leagues. Pure Harmony Day Spa provides relaxing spa services, such as massages and facials, to rejuvenate the body and mind. The Wildwood Family YMCA in nearby Wildwood offers extensive health and wellness programs, including swimming and group fitness classes. Maximum Chiropractic provides chiropractic care and wellness advice to improve overall health. 

Top sites in Eureka, MO are Berry Park, Route 66 State Park, and Six Flags St. Louis.

Population: 13,092 (2023). ZIP code: 63025. Area code: 636. Elevation: 476 ft (145 m). Area: 10.45 square miles (27.07 km2).

FAQs

What is Eureka, MO famous for?

In 1970, the Six Flags - St. Louis Amusement Park was constructed and serves as a major tourist attraction in the Midwest.  An average of two to three million people visit Six Flags St. Louis annually. The presence of Six Flags - St. Louis and the community’s proximity to the City of St. Louis has influenced and spurred growth in the Eureka area.

Is Eureka, MO a good place to live?

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

What are the demographics of Eureka, MO?

In 2022, Eureka, MO had a population of 12k people with a median age of 37.9 and a median household income of $104,697. Between 2021 and 2022 the population of Eureka, MO grew from 11,663 to 12,008, a 2.96% increase and its median household income declined from $112,622 to $104,697, a −7.04% decrease. The 5 largest ethnic groups in Eureka, MO are White (Non-Hispanic) (87.8%), Two+ (Non-Hispanic) (7.62%), Asian (Non-Hispanic) (1.97%), Other (Hispanic) (0.641%), and Other (Non-Hispanic) (0.558%).

Sources

Wikipedia 

City of Eureka 

Data USA

Niche

Berry Park

Route 66 State Park

Six Flags St. Louis

St. Clare Hospital

Mercy Clinic Internal Medicine - Legends Parkway

Anytime Fitness

Eureka Parks and Recreation

Pure Harmony Day Spa

Wildwood Family YMCA

Maximum Chiropractic

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