Located along the Missouri River about 22 miles west of St Louis, Chesterfield blends suburban comfort with business and retail energy. Residents are drawn by highly rated school districts, spacious homes in quiet subdivisions, and employment opportunities with major employers such as Pfizer and St Luke's Hospital.
With abundant dining and shopping options, larger lot sizes, and crime rates below the national average, Chesterfield offers a balance of location and value that continues to attract families and professionals seeking more space without sacrificing convenience.
Chesterfield residents can enjoy various water recreation activities at the nearby Missouri River.
Chesterfield is a St. Louis suburb and ranked as the second-best place to live in Missouri.
Living at Your Own Pace
Chesterfield’s housing mix includes Colonial, traditional, and ranch style homes built primarily in the mid to late 20th century, typically ranging from 300000 to nearly 2 million depending on size. Condos near the commercial district offer a lower entry point, generally priced between 140000 and 325000. The median home price sits around 624953, above the national average, and properties often move quickly once listed.
Future growth is on the horizon with the 117 acre Downtown Chesterfield project, expected to be completed in 2029. The development will introduce new housing alongside restaurants, shops, and office space, adding to the city’s residential and commercial appeal.
Single-family homes line the residential streets of Chesterfield.
Apartments sit close to the city's downtown commercial district.
Healthcare, Research, and Regional Headquarters
Chesterfield is home to major employers in healthcare and research. St Luke's Hospital operates a 493 bed facility across two campuses near Missouri Route 141, providing services that range from cardiology to urology. The city also hosts a research and development campus for Pfizer, adding to its strong healthcare presence.
In addition, Dierbergs Markets is headquartered in Chesterfield, anchoring the city as a regional business hub within the St Louis metro area.
Pfizer, a biopharmaceutical company, is a major employer in Chesterfield.
The Dierbergs Markets headquarters is located in Chesterfield.
Top Rated Public and Private Schools
Chesterfield is served by the highly ranked Rockwood School District on the west side and Parkway School District on the east, both earning strong A level ratings from Niche.
Private options include The Fulton School, a Montessori based PreK through 12 school, and Logan University, known for its chiropractic and health sciences programs.
Marquette Sr. High School serves students 9-12th from Chesterfield, Missouri.
Parkway West Middle School serves students 6-8th in Chesterfield.
Shopping and Entertainment at Your Doorstep
Chesterfield features a major retail corridor off Interstate 64 with supermarkets, dealerships, an outlet mall, a movie theater, and plenty of dining, making daily errands simple.
The former outlet mall is now The District at Chesterfield, home to breweries, restaurants, and The Factory, a 3000 seat venue for concerts and comedy. The free Sounds of Summer series also brings live music to the area near St Louis.
Meet friends and family at The District, where multiple breweries and eateries are located.
Enjoy concerts and comedy shows at The Factory.
Parks, Trails, and Year Round Recreation
Nearly 200 acre Faust Park sits on land once owned by Missouri’s second governor and still features his 1819 home. The park also includes the 8000 square foot Sophia M Sachs Butterfly House, home to dozens of tropical butterfly species, along with a playground and a 1.5 mile walking trail.
Outdoor options continue at River's Edge Park with fishing and riverside trails, and at the Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex featuring ball fields and sand volleyball courts. For indoor recreation, the Chesterfield Family YMCA offers a fitness center, pool, and gym space year round.
Most trails within River's Edge Park are unpaved.
You can escape to a tropical paradise at the Butterfly House in Faust Park.
Interstate 64 Connects Chesterfield to the Region
A 12 mile stretch of Interstate 64 runs through Chesterfield, providing a direct route east to St Louis. The highway also links to Interstate 270 for access to St Louis Lambert International Airport, located about 20 miles northeast and serving more than 15 million passengers annually.
For private travel, Spirit of St Louis Airport offers 5000 and 7485 foot runways. Local commuters can also rely on several MetroBus stops throughout the city.
Spirit Airport is located conveniently in Chesterfield.
Residents in Chesterfield can take the MetroBus to work or various retail areas.
I-64 runs through Chesterfield.
Airplanes landing at Lambert airport can be seen and heard throughout the region.
Low Violent Crime Rates
Chesterfield’s violent crime rate is significantly lower than both the Missouri and national averages, according to the FBI Crime Data Explorer. It is also notably lower than rates reported in nearby St Louis, adding to the city’s reputation as a safe and stable community.
Overview for Chesterfield, MO
62,753 people live in Chesterfield, where the median age is 47.1
and the average individual income is $84,564.479.
Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
62,753
Total Population
47.1 years
Median Age
High
Population Density
Population DensityThis is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.
$84,564.479
Average individual Income
Around Chesterfield, MO
There's plenty to do around Chesterfield, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
3
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
19
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
Points of Interest
Explore popular things to do in the area, including A&A Donuts, Planet Health, and Chulah Indian Hearth & Bar.
Demographics and Employment Data for Chesterfield, MO
PopulationHouseholdsEmployment
Chesterfield has 25,005 households, with an average household size of 5.05. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.Here’s what the people living in Chesterfield do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.62,753 people call Chesterfield home. The population density is 1,704.078 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
62,753
Total Population
High
Population Density
Population DensityThis is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.
47.0668892323873
Median Age
49.04 / 50.96%
Men vs Women
Population by Age Group
0-9:
0-9 Years
10-17:
10-17 Years
18-24:
18-24 Years
25-64:
25-64 Years
65-74:
65-74 Years
75+:
75+ Years
Education Level
Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree
25,005
Total Households
5.05
Average Household Size
$84,564.479
Average individual Income
Households with Children
With Children:
Without Children:
Marital Status
Married
Single
Divorced
Separated
Blue vs White Collar Workers
Blue Collar:
White Collar:
Commute Time
0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes
Schools in Chesterfield, MO
All ()
Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Chesterfield. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family.
Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
