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Troy, MO

Troy is a city in Lincoln County, Missouri, United States. As of 2019, the estimated population was 12,820. It is the county seat of Lincoln County. Troy is an exurb of St. Louis and is part of the St. Louis Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Troy was platted in 1819. Some say the community was named after Troy, New York, while others believe the name is a transfer from Troy, Vermont. An early variant name was Woods Fort.  A post office called Troy has been in operation since 1823. Fort Cap au Gris, a War of 1812 fortification, was built near Troy in 1814. Lincoln County Medical Center was established in Troy in 1953 under the Hill-Burton Memorial Hospitals Act, as Lincoln County Memorial Hospital. Cuivre River State Park, one of the largest of Missouri's state parks, lies approximately three miles to the northeast of Troy, across the Cuivre River valley.

The Downtown Troy Historic District is a national historic district in Troy. The district encompasses 39 contributing buildings, 1 contributing site, and 2 contributing structures in the central business district and surrounding residential area of Troy. It developed between about 1832 and 1966 and includes representative examples of Late Victorian-style architecture. 

Troy is located two miles west of the Cuivre River. U.S. 61 passes the east side of the city and Missouri Route 47 passes through the north side. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.34 square miles (19.01 km2), of which 7.30 square miles (18.91 km2) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.10 km2) is water. 

Troy places a significant emphasis on promoting health and wellness among its residents. The city is home to several healthcare facilities, including the SSM Health Medical Group and Mercy Hospital Lincoln, ensuring access to quality medical services for the community. Start your journey at Ultimate Fitness Plus for a comprehensive workout experience, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking at Cuivre River State Park. For a more serene experience, Botanika Troy offers therapeutic massages to help you unwind. For those looking for structured fitness classes, CDY Fitness and Love Studio LLC provides various options. Zenith Climbing Center provides an excellent opportunity for indoor rock climbing enthusiasts to stay active and build strength

Top sites in Troy, MO are Cuivre River State Park, Woods Fort Golf Course, and Avery Park.

Population: 14,591 (2023). ZIP code: 63379. Area code: 636. Elevation: 515 ft (157 m). Area: 7.34 square miles (19.01 km2).

FAQs

Where did the name of Troy, MO came from?

Troy was platted in 1819. Some say the community was named after Troy, New York, while others believe the name is a transfer from Troy, Vermont. An early variant name was Woods Fort. A post office called Troy has been in operation since 1823.

Is Troy, MO a good place to live?

Troy is in Lincoln County. Living in Troy offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Troy and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Troy are above average.

What are the demographics of Troy, MO?

Troy is a city located in Lincoln County Missouri. Troy has a 2024 population of 15,099. It is also the county seat of Lincoln County. Troy is currently growing at a rate of 3.95% annually and its population has increased by 17.93% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 12,803 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Troy was: White: 92.86%, Two or more races: 4.57%, Black or African American: 2.13%, Asian: 0.33%, Native American: 0.12%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%, Other race: 0%.

Sources

Wikipedia 

City of Troy

World Population Review

Niche

Cuivre River State Park

Woods Fort Golf Course

Avery Park

SSM Health Medical Group

Mercy Hospital Lincoln

Ultimate Fitness Plus

Botanika Troy

CDY Fitness

Love Studio LLC

Zenith Climbing Center

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