Mission Statement
The Board of Aldermen and the entire City staff are committed to excellence:
- By creating a positive environment which makes Ballwin the City of choice within the St. Louis region;
- By maintaining an open and honest dialogue with residents and businesses within our community;
- By delivering top-quality services in a cost-efficient manner;
- By providing and encouraging cultural and recreational opportunities for all age groups;
- By enhancing property values by continuing to improve and maintain the public infrastructure;
- By ensuring a safe and secure environment for all residents, businesses, and visitors to our community;
- By treating all customers and constituents as we expect to be treated — in a fair, courteous, and equitable manner;
- By working positively and constructively with our neighboring communities. agencies, and organizations to foster and promote high quality of life for our mutual constituents.
Ballwin is...
- A dynamic community of 31,103 (2020 US Census) people located in the heart of prestigious West St. Louis County;
- 30 minutes from St. Louis-Lambert International Airport and 40 minutes to downtown St. Louis;
- Served by AAA-rated Rockwood and Parkway School Districts;
- Within 30 minutes of five major universities and colleges;
- Continually working to promote and facilitate commercial development while strengthening the relationship with the business community.
Ballwin has...
- A low crime rate due to a highly-trained Police Department which provides the full range of police protection, investigation, and community services;
- Housing in a range of styles and prices to meet every taste and pocketbook;
- Parkway School District “Accredited with Distinction”
- Rockwood School District "Accredited with Distinction"
- An abundant supply of inexpensive water, energy, and sewage treatment capacity. The main distribution network is fully developed and in place;
- Quick and easy access to Interstates 270, 64, and 44;
- Convenient to all kinds of shopping, entertainment, and recreational facilities;
- A class 4 fire insurance rating;
- Zero percent municipal property tax;
- A diversified economic base;
- A well developed system of parks and recreational facilities including:
- 9-hole golf course (considered the finest 9-hole public course in the St. Louis Area with available rental space for weddings and parties);
- A state of the art community center, The Pointe at Ballwin Commons, with a double gymnasium, leisure pool, fitness center, and other facilities;
- Outdoor community aquatic center North Pointe;
- Five parks with lakes, tennis courts, game fields, and other amenities;
- Recreational programming for all ages and interests.
Ballwin will...
- Maintain a balance among residential, commercial, and industrial land uses to assure the continuance of Ballwin's ambiance and character;
- Continue to grow in a manner that is consistent with high-property values and a quality lifestyle;
- Continue to provide a full range of high-quality municipal services while protecting the fiscal integrity and tax base of the community.
General Data:
*revised March, 2012
Incorporated: | December 29, 1950 as a Class Four City under Missouri Law |
2020 Census: | 31,103 |
Elevation: | 650 ft. above sea level 760 ft. at highest point |
Geographic Area: | 10 square miles, located in west St. Louis County |
Miles of Streets: | 123 |
Single Family Homes: | 9909 |
Condominiums: | 716 |
Apartments: | 1715 |
Businesses: | 480 |
Temperature Averages: | High: 66 deg. F. Low: 45 deg. F. |
Average Precipitation: | 33.9 inches |
Daily % chance of Sunshine: | 57% |
Taxes:
Real Estate Tax: The City of Ballwin currently does not assess a real estate tax. Real estate tax is however collected by St. Louis County, the area school districts, and other agencies. For information, call the County Tax Assessor at (314) 615-2555.
- Utility tax: 7 %
- Sales Tax: 8.738%
Political Districting:
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- United States 2nd Congressional District
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- 15th State Senatorial District
- 100th State Representative District
- 7th County Council District
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- U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts Ballwin, Missouri