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'''Sunset Hills''' is a city in [[St. Louis County, Missouri#South County|south]] [[St. Louis County, Missouri|St. Louis County]], [[Missouri]], United States. |
'''Sunset Hills''' is a city in [[St. Louis County, Missouri#South County|south]]{{Broken anchor|date=2024-04-21|bot=User:Cewbot/log/20201008/configuration|target_link=St. Louis County, Missouri#South County|reason= The anchor (South County) [[Special:Diff/1101666346|has been deleted]].}} [[St. Louis County, Missouri|St. Louis County]], [[Missouri]], United States. As of the 2020 United States Census, the city's population was 9,198.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Explore Census Data |url=https://data.census.gov/table/DECENNIALPL2020.P1?q=Sunset%20Hills%20city,%20Missouri |access-date=2024-02-26 |website=data.census.gov}}</ref> |
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==Geography== |
==Geography== |
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According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the city has a total area of {{convert |9.14|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, of which {{convert|9.10|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is land and {{convert|0.04|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is water.<ref name="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2012-07-08|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120702145235/http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|archive-date=2012-07-02}}</ref> |
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According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the city has a total area of {{convert |9.14|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, of which {{convert|9.10|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is land and {{convert|0.04|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is water.<ref name="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2012-07-08|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120702145235/http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|archive-date=2012-07-02|df=}}</ref> |
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According to U.S. Geological Survey, the highest point in Sunset Hills is 650 feet above sea level. |
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==Demographics== |
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===2020 census=== |
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The [[2020 United States census]]<ref>{{Cite web |title=Explore Census Data |url=https://data.census.gov| access-date=2023-12-18 |website=data.census.gov}}</ref> counted 9,198 people, 3,415 households, and 2,438 families in Sunset Hills. The population density was {{convert|1,024.3|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 3,574 housing units at an average density of {{convert|398.0|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The racial makeup was 89.92% (8,271) [[White (U.S. Census)|white]], 0.85% (78) [[African American (U.S. Census)|black or African-American]], 0.14% (13) [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]] or [[Alaska Native]], 3.02% (278) [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.0% (0) [[Pacific Islander (U.S. Census)|Pacific Islander]], 0.57% (52) from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 5.5% (506) from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race was 2.5% (210) of the population. |
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Of the 3,415 households, 26.8% had children under the age of 18; 60.4% were married couples living together; 27.3% had a female householder with no husband present. Of all households, 26.5% consisted of individuals and 20.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 2.9. |
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19.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 12.6% from 25 to 44, 27.5% from 45 to 64, and 25.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50.4 years. For every 100 females, the population had 91.6 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 86.4 males. |
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The 2016-2020 5-year [[American Community Survey]]<ref>{{Cite web |title=Explore Census Data |url=https://data.census.gov|access-date=2023-12-18|website=data.census.gov}}</ref> estimates show that the median household income was $100,972 (with a margin of error of +/- $15,981) and the median family income was $127,061 (+/- $16,410). Males had a median income of $80,417 (+/- $15,262) versus $40,964 (+/- $3,054) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $52,798 (+/- $11,640). Approximately, 1.6% of families and 2.7% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 3.1% of those under the age of 18 and 4.2% of those ages 65 or over. |
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===2010 census=== |
===2010 census=== |
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As of the [[2010 United States |
As of the [[2010 United States census]]<ref name ="wwwcensusgov">{{cite web|title=U.S. Census website |url= https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]] |access-date=2012-07-08}}</ref> of 2010, there were 8,496 people, 3,424 households, and 2,422 families living in the city. The [[population density]] was {{convert|933.6|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 3,635 housing units at an average density of {{convert|399.5|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The racial makeup of the city was 94.1% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 2.3% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 1.5% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.2% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.4% from [[Race (U.S. Census)|other races]], and 1.4% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 1.6% of the population. |
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There were 3,424 households of which 26.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.6% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 5.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.3% were non-families. 25.8% of all households were made up of individuals and 18.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 2.89. |
There were 3,424 households, of which 26.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.6% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 5.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.3% were non-families. 25.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 2.89. |
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The median age in the city was 50.3 years. 20.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 15.8% were from 25 to 44; 31.6% were from 45 to 64; and 26.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.5% male and 52.5% female. |
The median age in the city was 50.3 years. 20.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 15.8% were from 25 to 44; 31.6% were from 45 to 64; and 26.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.5% male and 52.5% female. |
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===2000 census=== |
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As of the [[2000 United States |
As of the [[2000 United States census]],<ref name="GR2" /> there were 8,267 people, 3,217 households, and 2,351 families living in the city. The population density was {{convert|915.3|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 3,337 housing units at an average density of {{convert|369.5|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The racial makeup of the city was 96.27% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 1.44% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 1.08% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.13% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.29% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 0.79% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 0.88% of the population. |
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There were 3,217 households out of which 26.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.7% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 5.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.9% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals and 16.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 2.94. |
There were 3,217 households, out of which 26.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.7% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 5.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.9% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 2.94. |
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In the city, the population was spread out with 21.6% under the age of 18, 5.2% from 18 to 24, 19.8% from 25 to 44, 28.2% from 45 to 64, and 25.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.0 males. |
In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.6% under the age of 18, 5.2% from 18 to 24, 19.8% from 25 to 44, 28.2% from 45 to 64, and 25.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.0 males. |
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The median income for a household in the city was $67,576, and the median income for a family was $90,417. Males had a median income of $60,869 versus $35,044 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the city was $40,151. About 2.0% of families and 3.1% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 1.9% of those under age 18 and 5.0% of those age 65 or over. |
The median income for a household in the city was $67,576, and the median income for a family was $90,417. Males had a median income of $60,869 versus $35,044 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the city was $40,151. About 2.0% of families and 3.1% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 1.9% of those under age 18 and 5.0% of those age 65 or over. |
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===1990 census=== |
===1990 census=== |
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As of the [[1990 United States |
As of the [[1990 United States census]], the city had 4,915 residents; due to a series of [[Municipal annexation in the United States|annexation]]s during the 1990s, the population grew to 7,885 by 1997.<ref name="ofhist"/> |
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==History== |
==History== |
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Sunset Hills was incorporated in June 1957.<ref name="ofhist"/> In April 1973, it established its own Police Department, and in 1981, it purchased a landscaping service in order to establish the city's [[public works]] department.<ref name="ofhist"/> |
Sunset Hills was incorporated in June 1957.<ref name="ofhist"/> In April 1973, it established its own Police Department, and in 1981, it purchased a landscaping service in order to establish the city's [[public works]] department.<ref name="ofhist"/> |
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Around noon on December 31, 2010, [[2010 New Year's Eve tornado outbreak|an EF3 tornado]] struck Sunset Hills, destroying several businesses and homes, killing one person, and injuring others in a three- to four-block area around [[Lindbergh Boulevard]].<ref>http://www.southcountytimes.com/Permalinks/ei172804.113118.html</ref> |
Around noon on December 31, 2010, [[2010 New Year's Eve tornado outbreak|an EF3 tornado]] struck Sunset Hills, destroying several businesses and homes, killing one person, and injuring others in a three- to four-block area around [[Lindbergh Boulevard]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.southcountytimes.com/Permalinks/ei172804.113118.html|title=Severe Weather Causes Major Damage in Sunset Hills, Crestwood and Fenton}}</ref> |
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==Economy== |
==Economy== |
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[[Panera Bread]] is headquartered in Sunset Hills. |
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==Education== |
==Education== |
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The [[Kirkwood School District]] and [[Lindbergh Schools]] school districts serve sections of the city.<ref>"[http://www.sunset-hills.com/307/Schools Schools]." Sunset Hills, Missouri. Retrieved on August 23, 2017.</ref> Their respective high schools are [[Kirkwood High School]] and [[Lindbergh High School (Missouri)|Lindbergh High School]]. |
The [[Kirkwood School District]] and [[Lindbergh Schools]] school districts serve sections of the city.<ref>"[http://www.sunset-hills.com/307/Schools Schools]." Sunset Hills, Missouri. Retrieved on August 23, 2017.</ref> Their respective high schools are [[Kirkwood High School]] and [[Lindbergh High School (Missouri)|Lindbergh High School]]. |
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Private schools include [[Thomas Jefferson School (St. Louis, Missouri)]], a [[boarding school]] for grades |
Private schools include [[Thomas Jefferson School (St. Louis, Missouri)]], a [[boarding school]] for grades 7–12, and St. Justin the Martyr School, a [[Catholic school]] for kindergarten and grades 1–8.<ref>{{cite web| url= http://www.sunset-hills.com/Index.aspx?page=57 | work= About Sunset Hills | title=Schools | publisher= City of Sunset Hills | access-date= 2013-02-20}}</ref> |
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Post-secondary colleges in Sunset Hills include [[Vatterott College]].<ref>{{cite web|last1=Vatterott College - Sunset Hills|url=http://www.vatterott.edu/sunset_hills.asp| |
Post-secondary colleges in Sunset Hills include [[Vatterott College]].<ref>{{cite web|last1=Vatterott College - Sunset Hills|title=Vatterott College - Home Page|url=http://www.vatterott.edu/sunset_hills.asp|access-date=1 April 2015|website=Vatterott College}}</ref> |
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==Points of interest== |
==Points of interest== |
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=== Community Center === |
=== Community Center === |
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The Sunset Hills Community Center provides fitness and health services. There are 20 pieces of cardio equipment including of treadmills, bikes, ellipticals, and striders. Two sections of free weights are available, from light weights and kettle bells to heavy weight dumbbells. The Community Center has a gym and meeting rooms that can be used and rented by residents and non-residents.<ref name="sunset-hills.com">{{Cite web |title=Sunset Hills, MO - Official Website {{!}} Official Website |url=https://www.sunset-hills.com/ |access-date=2023-04-13 |website=www.sunset-hills.com}}</ref> |
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<ref name="sunset-hills.com">http://www.sunset-hills.com</ref> |
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=== Watson Trail Park === |
=== Watson Trail Park === |
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At 12450 West Watson Road, is the |
At 12450 West Watson Road, is the city's largest park. Hours of park operation are dawn to dusk. Park amenities at Watson Trial Park includes the following: |
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*1 Acre Lake |
*1 Acre Lake |
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*2 Picnic Sites |
*2 Picnic Sites |
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*Aquatic Facility with 3 Pools |
*Aquatic Facility with 3 Pools |
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*Basketball Court |
*Basketball Court |
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=== Minnie Ha Ha Park === |
=== Minnie Ha Ha Park === |
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The Cities of Sunset Hills and Crestwood came together to create a community dog park located in Sunset Hills near its border with neighboring Crestwood. The Dog Park opened in July 2014 and is located inside of Kitun Park off of Eddie and Park Road. Residents of both Sunset Hills and Crestwood can apply for a membership for their dogs for $40 per year. Non-residents may also use the park for an annual fee of $55. All questions and membership registrations should be directed to the City of Sunset Hills Parks & Recreation Department. |
The Cities of Sunset Hills and Crestwood came together to create a community dog park located in Sunset Hills near its border with neighboring Crestwood. The Dog Park opened in July 2014 and is located inside of Kitun Park off of Eddie and Park Road. Residents of both Sunset Hills and Crestwood can apply for a membership for their dogs for $40 per year. Non-residents may also use the park for an annual fee of $55. All questions and membership registrations should be directed to the City of Sunset Hills Parks & Recreation Department. |
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This new dog park will have a separate area for small dogs and large dogs and is open to residents and non-residents. Tags are available at the Sunset Hills Community Center located at |
This new dog park will have a separate area for small dogs and large dogs and is open to residents and non-residents. Tags are available at the Sunset Hills Community Center located at |
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3915 S. Lindbergh Sunset Hills, MO 63127. |
3915 S. Lindbergh Sunset Hills, MO 63127.<ref name="sunset-hills.com"/> |
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=== Athletic Complex === |
=== Athletic Complex === |
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The City of Sunset Hills provides |
The City of Sunset Hills provides six athletic fields for the community. Three lighted fields and one unlighted field are at 13555 West Watson Road. There are two unlighted soccer fields at 801 Old Gravois Road. The fields are used by our softball leagues, athletic associations, and tournaments and are also available for rent.<ref name="sunset-hills.com"/> |
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==Political representation== |
==Political representation== |
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Sunset Hills is represented by the following state and U.S. congressional members:<ref>{{cite web| url= http://www.senate.mo.gov/LegisLookup/Leg_Results.aspx?Zip=63127&Zip4=1351 |title= Legislator Lookup | year=2012| publisher= [[Missouri Senate]] | |
Sunset Hills is represented by the following state and U.S. congressional members:<ref>{{cite web| url= http://www.senate.mo.gov/LegisLookup/Leg_Results.aspx?Zip=63127&Zip4=1351 |title= Legislator Lookup | year=2012| publisher= [[Missouri Senate]] | access-date= 2013-02-20}}</ref> |
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*In the [[Missouri House of Representatives]], Sunset Hills, like [[Fenton, Missouri|Fenton]], is part of District 96 and represented by [[Missouri Republican Party|Republican]] [[ |
*In the [[Missouri House of Representatives]], Sunset Hills, like [[Fenton, Missouri|Fenton]], is part of District 96 and represented by [[Missouri Republican Party|Republican]] [[David Gregory (politician)|David Gregory]]; |
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*In the [[Missouri Senate]], it is part of District 15 and represented by Republican [[ |
*In the [[Missouri Senate]], it is part of District 15 and represented by Republican [[Andrew Koenig (politician)|Andrew Koenig]]; |
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*In the U.S. House of Representatives, Sunset Hills is part of [[Missouri's 2nd congressional district]] and is represented by Republican [[Ann Wagner]], the former [[United States Ambassador to Luxembourg]] |
*In the U.S. House of Representatives, Sunset Hills is part of [[Missouri's 2nd congressional district]] and is represented by Republican [[Ann Wagner]], the former [[United States Ambassador to Luxembourg]] |
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<ref name="ofhist">{{cite web| url= http://www.sunset-hills.com/index.aspx?page=40 | work= About Sunset Hills | title=History of Sunset Hills | publisher= City of Sunset Hills | |
<ref name="ofhist">{{cite web| url= http://www.sunset-hills.com/index.aspx?page=40 | work= About Sunset Hills | title=History of Sunset Hills | publisher= City of Sunset Hills | access-date= 2013-02-20}}</ref> |
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Latest revision as of 15:39, 20 October 2024
Sunset Hills, Missouri | |
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Coordinates: 38°31′52″N 90°24′31″W / 38.53111°N 90.40861°W | |
Country | United States |
State | Missouri |
County | St. Louis |
Incorporated | June 1957[1] |
Area | |
• Total | 9.09 sq mi (23.53 km2) |
• Land | 8.98 sq mi (23.26 km2) |
• Water | 0.11 sq mi (0.27 km2) |
Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
Population (2020) | |
• Total | 9,198 |
• Density | 1,024.28/sq mi (395.47/km2) |
Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
FIPS code | 29-71746[4] |
GNIS feature ID | 2396007[3] |
Website | Official website |
Sunset Hills is a city in south[broken anchor] St. Louis County, Missouri, United States. As of the 2020 United States Census, the city's population was 9,198.[5]
Geography
[edit]According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 9.14 square miles (23.67 km2), of which 9.10 square miles (23.57 km2) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.10 km2) is water.[6]
Demographics
[edit]Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
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1960 | 3,525 | — | |
1970 | 4,126 | 17.0% | |
1980 | 4,363 | 5.7% | |
1990 | 4,915 | 12.7% | |
2000 | 8,267 | 68.2% | |
2010 | 8,496 | 2.8% | |
2020 | 9,198 | 8.3% | |
U.S. Decennial Census[7] |
2020 census
[edit]The 2020 United States census[8] counted 9,198 people, 3,415 households, and 2,438 families in Sunset Hills. The population density was 1,024.3 inhabitants per square mile (395.5/km2). There were 3,574 housing units at an average density of 398.0 per square mile (153.7/km2). The racial makeup was 89.92% (8,271) white, 0.85% (78) black or African-American, 0.14% (13) Native American or Alaska Native, 3.02% (278) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander, 0.57% (52) from other races, and 5.5% (506) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 2.5% (210) of the population.
Of the 3,415 households, 26.8% had children under the age of 18; 60.4% were married couples living together; 27.3% had a female householder with no husband present. Of all households, 26.5% consisted of individuals and 20.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 2.9.
19.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 12.6% from 25 to 44, 27.5% from 45 to 64, and 25.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50.4 years. For every 100 females, the population had 91.6 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 86.4 males.
The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey[9] estimates show that the median household income was $100,972 (with a margin of error of +/- $15,981) and the median family income was $127,061 (+/- $16,410). Males had a median income of $80,417 (+/- $15,262) versus $40,964 (+/- $3,054) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $52,798 (+/- $11,640). Approximately, 1.6% of families and 2.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.1% of those under the age of 18 and 4.2% of those ages 65 or over.
2010 census
[edit]As of the 2010 United States census[10] of 2010, there were 8,496 people, 3,424 households, and 2,422 families living in the city. The population density was 933.6 inhabitants per square mile (360.5/km2). There were 3,635 housing units at an average density of 399.5 per square mile (154.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 94.1% White, 2.3% Asian, 1.5% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.6% of the population.
There were 3,424 households, of which 26.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.6% were married couples living together, 5.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.3% were non-families. 25.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 2.89.
The median age in the city was 50.3 years. 20.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 15.8% were from 25 to 44; 31.6% were from 45 to 64; and 26.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.5% male and 52.5% female.
2000 census
[edit]As of the 2000 United States census,[4] there were 8,267 people, 3,217 households, and 2,351 families living in the city. The population density was 915.3 inhabitants per square mile (353.4/km2). There were 3,337 housing units at an average density of 369.5 per square mile (142.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 96.27% White, 1.44% Asian, 1.08% African American, 0.13% Native American, 0.29% from other races, and 0.79% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.88% of the population.
There were 3,217 households, out of which 26.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.7% were married couples living together, 5.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.9% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 2.94.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.6% under the age of 18, 5.2% from 18 to 24, 19.8% from 25 to 44, 28.2% from 45 to 64, and 25.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.0 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $67,576, and the median income for a family was $90,417. Males had a median income of $60,869 versus $35,044 for females. The per capita income for the city was $40,151. About 2.0% of families and 3.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.9% of those under age 18 and 5.0% of those age 65 or over.
1990 census
[edit]As of the 1990 United States census, the city had 4,915 residents; due to a series of annexations during the 1990s, the population grew to 7,885 by 1997.[1]
History
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Sunset Hills was incorporated in June 1957.[1] In April 1973, it established its own Police Department, and in 1981, it purchased a landscaping service in order to establish the city's public works department.[1]
Around noon on December 31, 2010, an EF3 tornado struck Sunset Hills, destroying several businesses and homes, killing one person, and injuring others in a three- to four-block area around Lindbergh Boulevard.[11]
Economy
[edit]Education
[edit]The Kirkwood School District and Lindbergh Schools school districts serve sections of the city.[12] Their respective high schools are Kirkwood High School and Lindbergh High School.
Private schools include Thomas Jefferson School (St. Louis, Missouri), a boarding school for grades 7–12, and St. Justin the Martyr School, a Catholic school for kindergarten and grades 1–8.[13]
Post-secondary colleges in Sunset Hills include Vatterott College.[14]
Points of interest
[edit]Sunset Hills is home to Laumeier Sculpture Park, an outdoor sculpture garden. It has rotating indoor exhibitions and numerous large sculptures on the park grounds.
Community Center
[edit]The Sunset Hills Community Center provides fitness and health services. There are 20 pieces of cardio equipment including of treadmills, bikes, ellipticals, and striders. Two sections of free weights are available, from light weights and kettle bells to heavy weight dumbbells. The Community Center has a gym and meeting rooms that can be used and rented by residents and non-residents.[15]
Watson Trail Park
[edit]At 12450 West Watson Road, is the city's largest park. Hours of park operation are dawn to dusk. Park amenities at Watson Trial Park includes the following:
- 1 Acre Lake
- 2 Picnic Sites
- 3 Picnic Shelters
- 3 Playgrounds
- 4 Tennis Courts
- 9 Hole Disc Golf Course
- Aquatic Facility with 3 Pools
- Basketball Court
- Sand Volleyball Court[15]
Minnie Ha Ha Park
[edit]The City opened Minnie Ha Ha Park in July 2005. It is located south of Highway 30 at the Meramec River and comprised the Minnie Ha Ha Beach that was popular in the 1930s. The picnic shelters are available for reservations. Park amenities include:
- Walking Trails
- 3 playground areas
- 3 Picnic Shelters
- Scenic overlook of the Meramec River
- 3 soccer fields
Kitun Dog Park
[edit]The Cities of Sunset Hills and Crestwood came together to create a community dog park located in Sunset Hills near its border with neighboring Crestwood. The Dog Park opened in July 2014 and is located inside of Kitun Park off of Eddie and Park Road. Residents of both Sunset Hills and Crestwood can apply for a membership for their dogs for $40 per year. Non-residents may also use the park for an annual fee of $55. All questions and membership registrations should be directed to the City of Sunset Hills Parks & Recreation Department. This new dog park will have a separate area for small dogs and large dogs and is open to residents and non-residents. Tags are available at the Sunset Hills Community Center located at 3915 S. Lindbergh Sunset Hills, MO 63127.[15]
Athletic Complex
[edit]The City of Sunset Hills provides six athletic fields for the community. Three lighted fields and one unlighted field are at 13555 West Watson Road. There are two unlighted soccer fields at 801 Old Gravois Road. The fields are used by our softball leagues, athletic associations, and tournaments and are also available for rent.[15]
Political representation
[edit]Sunset Hills is represented by the following state and U.S. congressional members:[16]
- In the Missouri House of Representatives, Sunset Hills, like Fenton, is part of District 96 and represented by Republican David Gregory;
- In the Missouri Senate, it is part of District 15 and represented by Republican Andrew Koenig;
- In the U.S. House of Representatives, Sunset Hills is part of Missouri's 2nd congressional district and is represented by Republican Ann Wagner, the former United States Ambassador to Luxembourg
References
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- ^ "ArcGIS REST Services Directory". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved August 28, 2022.
- ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Sunset Hills, Missouri
- ^ a b "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ^ "Explore Census Data". data.census.gov. Retrieved February 26, 2024.
- ^ "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on July 2, 2012. Retrieved July 8, 2012.
- ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
- ^ "Explore Census Data". data.census.gov. Retrieved December 18, 2023.
- ^ "Explore Census Data". data.census.gov. Retrieved December 18, 2023.
- ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved July 8, 2012.
- ^ "Severe Weather Causes Major Damage in Sunset Hills, Crestwood and Fenton".
- ^ "Schools." Sunset Hills, Missouri. Retrieved on August 23, 2017.
- ^ "Schools". About Sunset Hills. City of Sunset Hills. Retrieved February 20, 2013.
- ^ Vatterott College - Sunset Hills. "Vatterott College - Home Page". Vatterott College. Retrieved April 1, 2015.
- ^ a b c d e "Sunset Hills, MO - Official Website | Official Website". www.sunset-hills.com. Retrieved April 13, 2023.
- ^ "Legislator Lookup". Missouri Senate. 2012. Retrieved February 20, 2013.