Elsberry, Missouri
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| Elsberry, Missouri | |
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| Coordinates: 39°10′9″N 90°47′13″W / 39.16917°N 90.78694°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Lincoln |
| Area | |
| - Total | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km2) |
| - Land | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km2) |
| - Water | 0.0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Population (2000) | |
| - Total | 2,047 |
| - Density | 1,751.9/sq mi (676.4/km2) |
| Time zone | Central (CST) (UTC-6) |
| - Summer (DST) | CDT (UTC-5) |
| ZIP code | 63343 |
| Area code(s) | 573 |
| FIPS code | 29-22114[1] |
| GNIS feature ID | 0735598[2] |
Elsberry is a city in Lincoln County, Missouri, United States. The population was 2,047 at the 2000 census.
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[edit] Geography
Elsberry is located at 39°10′9″N 90°47′13″W / 39.16917°N 90.78694°W (39.169041, -90.787026)[3].
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.0 km²), all of it land.
[edit] Demographics
As of the census[1] of 2000, there were 2,047 people, 779 households, and 552 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,751.9 people per square mile (675.5/km²). There were 889 housing units at an average density of 760.9/sq mi (293.4/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 93.65% White, 3.27% African American, 0.64% Native American, 0.15% Asian, 0.64% from other races, and 1.66% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.95% of the population.
There were 779 households out of which 38.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.7% were married couples living together, 15.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.1% were non-families. 24.4% of all households were made up of individuals and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 3.09.
In the city the population was spread out with 31.4% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 26.9% from 25 to 44, 19.9% from 45 to 64, and 13.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females there were 87.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.6 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $27,917, and the median income for a family was $32,188. Males had a median income of $30,896 versus $20,119 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,615. About 14.7% of families and 14.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.5% of those under age 18 and 8.8% of those age 65 or over.
[edit] Businesses
Businesses in Elsberry include Elsberry IGA, The 4th Street Fountain, Elsberry Flower & Gift Shop, Elsberry Pharmacy, and more. See the Chamber of Commerce Website for more. http://www.elsberrycofc.org/ and the boyhood home of Congressman Clarence Cannon.
Random Information Elsberry; boyhood home of Congressman Clarence Cannon is located in the central portion of Eastern Missouri, six miles west of the Mississippi River on State Highway 79--“The Scenic River road.” We are eleven miles east of 40-61, twenty six miles north of I-70 and about one hour from downtown St. Louis.
Elsberry is the second largest municipality in one of the fastest growing counties (Lincoln) in the entire state. The area around our town is one of unparalleled natural beauty. Rolling hills of oak, hickory and maple are ablaze each fall and adjacent farmlands, creeks and rivers provide excellent habitat for many species of wildlife and breathtaking scenery.
Our school system was the first in Lincoln County to attain a Triple A rating (Accredited with Distinction) and our community is committed to maintaining the highest level of educational excellence possible. Our student body is diverse, active and well rounded with many of our teams and individual students vying for top honors at state and national level competitions in music, drama, academia and athletic arenas.
One may take a cursory glance around our home town without becoming remotely aware of who we are, how we live and what we have to give. Beneath the surface beats the generous hearts of patriots, scholars, athletes, healers, servants, the mighty and the meek.
May it be forest fires in California, Katrina in Louisiana or Ike in Texas…we assemble to assist others. Within the perimeter of our home town we have met with flood and fire of Biblical proportions…train derailments, tornadoes and the casualties of war abroad with the amazing strength that exists within the spirit of a small town. We currently have over 20 young people serving with pride in the War on Terrorism. Their safe return is anxiously awaited.
Annual festivals and some highlights include: Santa’s annual visit—celebrated with an open house at school put on by Custom Floral Service. Holiday Home Tour, Christmas decorating contest and Christmas Dance. All area churches celebrate the birth of Jesus. Legion Sweetheart dinner and dance for Valentines. The Palmer Memorial Library dinner and show is held in March. The Legion Easter egg hunt and a visit with the Easter bunny plus numerous special church events are held in recognition of our risen Lord. The Chamber of Commerce will host its 10th annual Classics on Wheels car show on Saturday, May 1, 2010 surrounding our newly refurbished city park followed by the Alumni banquet. Prom and the Grand March brighten May…as do our three parks filled with trees, flowers, playground equipment and picnic tables. The ladies of DOM bring a lovely style show and luncheon to town in the spring. Sun Valley golf course (an 18 hole championship public course) plays host to numerous benefit tournaments all season and holds league play as well. The Elsberry Historical Preservation Society hosts a dinner/fund raiser at a different location every June. Fishing and hunting opportunities abound. Little League and Legion ball have a total of three lighted home fields. The Old Glory Jubilee is held in celebration of our nation’s birth beginning with a parade and ending with a spectacular fireworks display. Sacred Heart’s chicken dinner and fair brave the heat of summer. The Old Threshers Reunion and Fall Festival greet autumn. The Taste of Elsberry is a fall hit too. Area church bazaars and dinners bring life to Thanksgiving traditions. The abundance of school activities fill the band boosters’ calendar; far too many to list here. Our senior citizens and youth groups are involved A-Z.
“The Little Town With A Big Heart" has made great strides in preserving its heritage with much more activity planned for the future. Our position on the Great River Road amid the beauty of the Lincoln Hills and the hospitality of our residents make Elsberry a good choice as a stopover on a daytrip or as a destination in itself. Elsberry is a fun place to visit and a wonderful place to live. Come and see for yourself.
For more information contact City Hall @ 573 898 5589
[edit] References
- ^ a b "American FactFinder". United States Census Bureau. http://factfinder.census.gov. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
- ^ "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. 2007-10-25. http://geonames.usgs.gov. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
- ^ "US Gazetteer files: 2000 and 1990". United States Census Bureau. 2005-05-03. http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/gazette.html. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
Businesses in Elsberry include Elsberry IGA, The 4th Street Fountain, Elsberry Flower & Gift Shop, Elsberry Pharmacy, Custom Floral Service and more. See the Chamber of Commerce Website for more. http://www.elsberrycofc.org/ and the boyhood home of Congressman Clarence Cannon.
[edit] External links
- Elsberry, Missouri is at coordinates 39°10′09″N 90°47′13″W / 39.169041°N 90.787026°WCoordinates: 39°10′09″N 90°47′13″W / 39.169041°N 90.787026°W
- The Elsberry Democrat (the local newspaper)
- bon_iccal taking a thought for a walk / the thoughts of a young man in Elsberry
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