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Old Jamestown, MO

Old Jamestown is a census-designated place (CDP) in St. Louis County, Missouri, United States. The population was 19,184 at the 2010 census. Old Jamestown is northwest of the city of St. Louis and borders the Missouri River.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 14.9 square miles (38.7 km2), of which 0.008 square miles (0.02 km2), or 0.06%, is water. The community is located mostly to the north and west of U.S. Route 67 in northern St. Louis County. West Alton is to the north, across the Missouri River. Florissant is to the southwest, and Black Jack and Spanish Lake are to the south. The CDP is located 17 miles (27 km) north of downtown St. Louis.

St. Louis County is located in the eastern-central portion of Missouri. It is bounded by the City of St. Louis and the Mississippi River to the east, the Missouri River to the north, and the Meramec River to the south. At the 2020 census, the total population was 1,004,125,[1] making it the most populous county in Missouri. Its county seat is Clayton.[2] The county is included in the St. Louis, MO-IL metropolitan statistical area.

After Great Britain took over the former French territory east of the Mississippi River, many ethnic French colonists moved west. They settled in the area of St. Louis County and founded the city of St. Louis in the late 1700s. The US acquired this territory in 1803 with the Louisiana Purchase.

In 1877 residents of the City of St. Louis voted to separate from the county and become an independent city. In the 1960s, with the growing suburban development of Greater St. Louis, the county's population overtook that of the city for the first time. Restructuring of industry resulted in job and population declines in the city, and the county has continued to expand.

Old Jamestown places a strong emphasis on the health and wellness of its residents. The city is home to several healthcare facilities, including the St. Louis Children's Hospital and SSM Health DePaul Hospital, ensuring quality medical services for the community. Local yoga studios like Yogasita offer classes for individuals interested in practicing mindfulness and improving flexibility. Fitness buffs can join classes at Club Fitness and Planet Fitness, which offer a range of exercise programs tailored to different fitness levels. Harold J. Evangelista Park and Bangert Park are perfect for outdoor activities like hiking and jogging, allowing visitors to enjoy nature while staying active.
 

Top sites in Old Jamestown, MO include Old Chain of Rocks Bridge, Gateway Arch National Park, and Spanish Lake Park.

Population: 19,790 (2020). Elevation: 538 ft (164 m). Area: 14.96 sq mi (38.73 km2). ZIP Code: 63034. Area code: 314, 636.

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What are the demographics of Old Jamestown, MO?

Old Jamestown is a city located in St. Louis County Missouri. Old Jamestown has a 2024 population of 20,397. Old Jamestown is currently growing at a rate of 0.02% annually and its population has increased by 4.06% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 19,602 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Old Jamestown was: Black or African American: 64.59%, White: 22.32%, Two or more races: 10.56%, Asian: 1.88%, Other race: 0.59%, Native American: 0.03%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.02%.

What county is Old Jamestown, MO?

Old Jamestown is a census-designated place (CDP) in St. Louis County, Missouri, United States. The population was 19,184 at the 2010 census. Old Jamestown is northwest of the city of St. Louis and borders the Missouri River.

What is the crime rate in Old Jamestown, MO?

Old Jamestown MO is a safe community to live in. Here are the community’s latest crime rates: Total crime rate: 2,299 crimes per 100,000 people (18.7% lower than the Missouri crime rate, 1.1% lower than the national rate) Violent crime rate: 397 crimes per 100,000 residents (18.6% lower than the Missouri crime rate, 7.3% higher than the national rate) Property crime rate: 1,902 offenses per 100,000 residents (18.7% lower than the Missouri crime rate, 2.7% lower than the national rate). The St. Louis County Police Department provides law enforcement services to residents living in Old Jamestown. The department employs 1,015 commissioned St Louis County police officers.

Sources

Wikipedia

St. Louis County

Federal Cos

World Population Review

Old Chain of Rocks Bridge

Gateway Arch National Park

Spanish Lake Park

St. Louis Children's Hospital 

SSM Health DePaul Hospita

Yogasita

Club Fitness

Planet Fitness

Harold J. Evangelista Park

Bangert Park

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