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Festus, MO

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Population
14,066
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
436 ft
Median Home Value
$223,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$922/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$73,532
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in MissouriPopulation rankingHighest population places in MissouriNearest larger communityKirkwood, Missouri25 miles away · 29,331 residents.

About Festus

Festus is a city in Jefferson County, Missouri, situated just west of the Mississippi River as a suburb of St. Louis. Established in 1878 as a residential outgrowth of neighboring Crystal City, the community of approximately 13,200 is served by Interstate 55 and U.S. Routes 61 and 67. Public education is administered by the Festus R-VI School District, which operates local campuses including Festus High School.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingOutskirts FitA+100.0rating

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