Jefferson township, Missouri
Jefferson township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Jefferson township is a geographic entity located in St. Louis County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 37,258. The land area covers 8.80 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37,258 | ±544 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs | ±1.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 15,251 | ±497 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 15,875 | ±500 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 15,251 | ±497 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 624 | ±199 |
| Median Home Value | $406,900 | ±$17,541 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,480 | ±$240 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $116,905 | ±$8,047 |
| Per Capita Income | $71,550 | ±$3,802 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.1% | ±1.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,463 | ±448 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.2% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 18,336 | ±731 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.3% | ±1.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 992,929 (2024)
ID: 168767
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY EXECUTIVE
41 S CENTRAL AVE, FL 9, CLAYTON MO 63105-1759
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ST. LOUIS, MO | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Cahokia, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | FLORISSANT, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ST LOUIS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ST LOUIS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ST LOUIS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HAZELWOOD, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ST LOUIS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | ST. LOUIS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | ST.LOUIS, MO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Webster University
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College | 0.6 mi away | 470 E Lockwood Ave., Saint Louis, MO, 63119-3194 |
3149686900
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CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES MUNICIPAL LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 301 E LOCKWOOD AVE, WEBSTER GROVES, MO, 63119 |
(314) 961-3784
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Eden Theological Seminary
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College | 0.7 mi away | 475 E Lockwood Ave, Webster Groves, MO, 63119-3192 |
3149182620
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ROCK HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 9811 MANCHESTER RD, ROCK HILL, MO, 63119 |
(314) 962-4723
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Kenrick Glennon Seminary
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College | 1.8 mi away | 5200 Glennon Dr, Saint Louis, MO, 63119-4399 |
3147926100
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BRENTWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 8765 EULALIE AVE, BRENTWOOD, MO, 63144 |
(314) 963-8630
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Healing Arts Center
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College Vocational | 2.0 mi away | 10073 Manchester Road, Suite 100, St. Louis, MO, 63122 |
3146478080
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OAK BEND BRANCH
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 842 S HOLMES AVE, ST. LOUIS, MO, 63122 |
(314) 994-3300
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Aesthetics Institute
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College Vocational | 2.8 mi away | 50 Grasso Plaza, St. Louis, MO, 63123-3107 |
3149155811
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MAPLEWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 7550 LOHMEYER AVE, MAPLEWOOD, MO, 63143 |
(314) 781-2174
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ST LOUIS SCI CTR, MO US, located 5.5 miles from Jefferson township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.6° | 24.6° | 32.6° | 2.71" | — |
| February | 46.2° | 28.4° | 37.3° | 2.28" | — |
| March | 56.3° | 37.8° | 47.0° | 3.61" | — |
| April | 67.7° | 48.0° | 57.8° | 4.83" | — |
| May | 77.3° | 58.6° | 67.9° | 4.90" | — |
| June | 86.0° | 67.4° | 76.7° | 4.74" | — |
| July | 89.6° | 71.6° | 80.6° | 4.21" | — |
| August | 88.5° | 69.9° | 79.2° | 3.75" | — |
| September | 81.5° | 61.7° | 71.6° | 3.41" | — |
| October | 69.7° | 50.0° | 59.9° | 3.20" | — |
| November | 56.2° | 39.0° | 47.6° | 3.69" | — |
| December | 45.0° | 29.9° | 37.4° | 2.58" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webster Groves city | City | 0.2 mi | — |
| Glendale city | City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Rock Hill city | City | 1.6 mi | — |
| Shrewsbury city | City | 1.6 mi | — |
| Marlborough village | Village | 1.7 mi | — |
| Oakland city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2918936962. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.