KIRKWOOD

Welcome to Kirkwood

A welcoming, walkable neighborhood with a family-friendly reputation

Kirkwood is a magical, medium-sized neighborhood and was the first suburban municipality built outside St. Louis. It is part of St. Louis County, constituting nine communities and a historic train station located in the heart of the community and the center of a vibrant downtown. Kirkwood residents can easily access world-class amenities, historic museums, unique attractions, and welcoming neighborhoods to raise a family.

With the St. Louis Metropolitan Area just 10 miles away, Kirkwood is a perfect place to live, comprising historical homes and sycamore, oak-bound streets. In addition, the community offers an array of memorable adventure spots, from luxurious golf courses and parks to boutique shops and proximity to downtown.

What to Love

  • Quaint town center with plenty of dining and entertainment areas
  • Walkable neighborhood
  • Historic charm
  • Diverse parks and outdoor activities
  • Peaceful, convenient location with numerous amazing local businesses
  • Family-friendly adventures and frenetic nightlife

Local Lifestyle

Kirkwood offers residents a suburban, small-town feel with a highly peaceful lifestyle suitable for families. Most residents are college educated and live in distinctive placid neighborhoods, which provide their share of unique features and conveniences. The historic train station, flanked by shops, the farmer's market, the town hall, restaurants, and the YMCA, make Kirkwood an exceptional place to live in Missouri. Residents also have access to a wide range of schools under the award-winning school district, Kirkwood Public School District.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Kirkwood is home to some top-rated eateries and shopping venues, including exciting and exclusive places to have fun. Citizen Kane's Steak House is a place never to miss, serving mouthwatering New York strip, steakhouse staples, and shrimp cocktails in a relaxed, home setting. Kirkwood Farmers' Market is another ideal location to enjoy favorite local dishes, comprising an outdoor plaza anchored by Bar Louie, Crushed Red, and PokeDoke.

If you prefer an outdoor dining experience, Billy G's Kirkwood is an American restaurant with a bar and grill, serving excellent pizzas, pasta, nachos, and burgers in a versatile space with a patio and sports TVs. Also, Mike Duffy's Pub & Grill, Mission Taco, and Teleo Coffee are great places to dine on a patio.

When looking to shop around Kirkwood, you have plentiful spots, beginning with Christopher's along Argonne Drive. The boutique is a destination full of exceptional gifts and items in the home, along with high-end clothing and handbags. Paperdolls Boutique is one of the best places to shop for exclusive and designer women's clothing, while Reclaim Renew is ideal for purchasing rustic furniture and other home goods. Other top-rated shopping venues in Kirkwood include Sugar Shak, a famous sweet shop and ice cream parlor, as well as Cornucopia, Alpine Shop, and Global Market.

Things to Do

Kirkwood is a hotspot for numerous attractions and adventures in the great outdoors, offering everyone a sense of fun. Kirkwood Park is a perfect spot to explore countless outdoor activities, covering over 92 acres and featuring Kirkwood Community Center, Aquatic Center, playground, Recreation Station Ice Arena, picnic pavilions, and more. Kirkwood Station is another exciting and historic place, or you can explore Kirkwood Farmers' Market and experience unique outdoor dining and concerts.

For a day of fun for the whole family, St. Louis Children's Museum is a great opportunity to explore an imaginative museum full of hands-on and innovative exhibits.

If you want to interact with residents right within the neighborhood, the Greentree Festival, held in September, is your best chance. It is the biggest in the community, held at Kirkwood Park on Geyer Road, and was first introduced in 1961. You can enjoy a range of family-fun activities, from a parade and local delicacies to contests, arts and crafts booths, and more. Locals also look forward to The Turkey Day Game, the oldest school football rivalry event between Kirkwood and Webster Groves.

Schools

Kirkwood features top-rated, well-ranked schools served by the Kirkwood Public School District, known for their academic excellence and sports. Among the top-rated schools in Kirkwood include:



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Overview for KIRKWOOD, MO

29,233 people live in KIRKWOOD, where the median age is 41.4 and the average individual income is $54,419. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

29,233

Total Population

41.4 years

Median Age

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$54,419

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Demographics and Employment Data for KIRKWOOD, MO

KIRKWOOD has 12,077 households, with an average household size of 2.4. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in KIRKWOOD do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 29,233 people call KIRKWOOD home. The population density is 3,186.17 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

29,233

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41.4

Median Age

47.5 / 52.5%

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2.4

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$54,419

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Schools in KIRKWOOD, MO

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