RANK #577 / 996 · POP 66,814 · MO
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.5%
St. Francois County, Missouri, stands out for its unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance, particularly evident in towns like Bonne Terre and Farmington. Bonne Terre is home to the historic Bonne Terre Mine, a former lead mine now famous for its underground lake and tours, including scuba diving opportunities. Located about an hour south of St. Louis, the county offers a community feel with access to outdoor recreation. St. Francois State Park, encompassing forested ridges and the Big River, provides extensive hiking, equestrian trails, canoeing, and camping. The region's landscape, part of the St. Francois Mountains, features rugged hills and clear streams. Life in St. Francois County offers a balance of small-town living with convenient access to larger city amenities. Public schools in the county are generally above average, with Farmington Senior High School and Jefferson Elementary School among the top-ranked. The economy is supported by sectors such as healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing, with employers like BJC Parkland Health Center and Farmington Correctional Center. Recent economic developments include infrastructure improvements in Farmington, with county and state contributions to road projects and a new roundabout.
Above national median (4.7x)
Below national median
Moderate climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing is fairly valued at 5.1x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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St. Francois County has a Boom Town Index score of 42/100, ranking #577 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +3.3% and a median household income of $53,083, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in St. Francois County is $141,700 with median rent at $748/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3746, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: -0.5% year-over-year. Job growth: +3.3%. Home values changed +1.2% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 4.81% of St. Francois County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.