O Fallon
O'Fallon | |
|---|---|
City | |
| City of O'Fallon | |
| O'Fallon City Hall O'Fallon City Hall | |
 Location of O'Fallon in St. Charles County, Missouri | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | St. Charles |
| Founded | 1856 |
| Incorporated | 1912 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-Council |
| • Mayor | Bill Hennessy |
| Area | |
| • City | 24.82 sq mi (64.29 km2) |
| • Land | 24.82 sq mi (64.29 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 499 ft (152 m) |
| Population (2010) | |
| • City | 79,268 |
| • Density | 3,191.6/sq mi (1,232.2/km2) |
| • Metro | 2,942,300 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes | 63366-63368 |
| Area code(s) | 636 |
| FIPS code | 29-54074 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0756466 |
| Website | www |
O'Fallon is a city located in St. Charles County, Missouri, United States. It is a suburb of St. Louis and part of the St. Louis Metropolitan Area. The city was founded in 1856 and incorporated in 1912. O'Fallon has a population of 79,268 as of the 2010 census.
Geography[edit | edit source]
O'Fallon is located at Script error: The module returned a nil value. It is supposed to return an export table. (38.816111, -90.720556). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 24.82 square miles (64.29 km2), all land.
History[edit | edit source]
O'Fallon was originally settled by German immigrants in the mid-19th century. The city was named after John O'Fallon, a prominent St. Louis businessman and philanthropist. O'Fallon grew rapidly in the late 20th century, fueled by its proximity to St. Louis and the expansion of the St. Louis Metropolitan Area.
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the census of 2010, there were 79,268 people, 28,234 households, and 21,347 families residing in the city. The population density was 3,191.6 inhabitants per square mile (1,232.2/km2). There were 29,376 housing units at an average density of 1,183.7 per square mile (456.8/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 89.9% White, 5.0% African American, 0.2% Native American, 2.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.6% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
Economy[edit | edit source]
O'Fallon has a diverse economy with a mix of industries including manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and professional services. The city is home to several major corporations and has a strong small business community. O'Fallon's proximity to St. Louis provides residents with access to a wide range of employment opportunities.
Education[edit | edit source]
O'Fallon is served by the Fort Zumwalt School District and the Wentzville School District. The city has several public and private schools, including O'Fallon High School and Fort Zumwalt West High School. There are also several higher education institutions in the area, including Lindenwood University and St. Charles Community College.
Parks and Recreation[edit | edit source]
O'Fallon has a number of parks and recreational facilities for residents to enjoy. The city's parks offer a variety of amenities, including playgrounds, sports fields, walking trails, and picnic areas. O'Fallon also has a community center and an aquatic center that provide additional recreational opportunities.
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- David Freese - Major League Baseball player
- Ryan Howard - Major League Baseball player
- Kurt Warner - Former NFL quarterback
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External links[edit | edit source]
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