Saint Charles

Saint Charles

General Information
Name	Saint Charles
Native Name
Other Names
Settlement Type	City
Transliteration
Language 1
Type 1
Info 1
Location
Coordinates	38°47 0°N
Map
Population
Total	70,493
Density	auto per km²
Area
Total	65.98 km²
Land	63.89 km²
Water	2.09 km²
Government
Type	Mayor–council
Leader	Dan Borgmeyer
Time Zone
Standard	UTC-6
DST	UTC-5

Saint Charles is a city in, and the county seat of, St. Charles County, Missouri, United States. It lies to the northwest of St. Louis. The city was founded in 1769 as "Les Petites Côtes" by Louis Blanchette, a French Canadian fur trader. It is the third-oldest city in Missouri.

History

Saint Charles was founded in 1769 by Louis Blanchette, a French Canadian fur trader, and was originally known as "Les Petites Côtes" ("The Little Hills"). The city played a significant role in the westward expansion of the United States, serving as the starting point of the Lewis and Clark Expedition in 1804.

Geography

Saint Charles is located at

   
       38°47 
       0°N
   

. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 65.98 square kilometers, of which 63.89 square kilometers is land and 2.09 square kilometers is water.

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, the population of Saint Charles was 70,493. The city is part of the St. Louis Metropolitan Area, which is the largest metropolitan area in Missouri.

Economy

Saint Charles has a diverse economy with a mix of manufacturing, retail, and service industries. The city is home to several major employers, including Lindenwood University, which is one of the largest private universities in Missouri.

Education

Saint Charles is served by the St. Charles City School District, which operates several elementary, middle, and high schools. The city is also home to Lindenwood University, a private liberal arts university.

Transportation

Saint Charles is accessible via several major highways, including Interstate 70, which runs east-west through the city. The city is also served by the St. Louis Lambert International Airport, located approximately 10 miles to the southeast.

Notable People

• Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, who began their expedition from Saint Charles.
• Daniel Boone, a famous American pioneer, lived in the area during the early 19th century.

External links

• Official website of Saint Charles