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Moving to Black Jack

North County community · housing, schools, commute, costs and everyday life

About this CityHub guide

Black Jack had an estimated 6,589 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $193,000 median owner-occupied home value, $1,166 median gross rent and 27.5-minute mean commute.

The short version

Black Jack had an estimated 6,589 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $193,000 median owner-occupied home value, $1,166 median gross rent and 27.5-minute mean commute.

What stands out

Consider Black Jack if city-run parks and municipal recreation matter to your daily routine. The city maintains parks and facilities and provides resident services from its Old Jamestown Road offices; check the specific park and travel time from a home you are considering.

The essentials

At a glance

Facts & local estimates
2020–2024 ACS population estimate
6,589
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median owner-occupied home value
$193,000
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median gross rent
$1,166
as of 2024-12-31Source
Mean travel time to work
27.5 minutes
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median household income
$78,331
as of 2024-12-31Source
2020 housing units
2,747
as of 2020-04-01Source
2020 population
6,634
as of 2020-04-01Source
The local picture

A feel for Black Jack

These local estimates and CityHub editorial ratings are for comparison and orientation. They are not verified statistics or current prices.

Local snapshot

Best for & local character

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Highlights

  • 6,634 residents in the 2020 Census
  • 2,747 housing units in the 2020 Census
  • North County

How it scores

CityHub estimates, not official scores. Some ratings are generated from community characteristics.

Walkability48
Transit38
School context · modeled58
Nightlife & dining42
Parks & outdoors55
Arts & culture38
Quiet & peaceful58
The decision brief

Is Black Jack a good fit?

What stands out

Consider Black Jack if city-run parks and municipal recreation matter to your daily routine. The city maintains parks and facilities and provides resident services from its Old Jamestown Road offices; check the specific park and travel time from a home you are considering.

Things to check
Test your commute

The published mean travel time to work is 27.5 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours.

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Does this fit your actual move?

Compare Black Jack against your budget, commute, and priorities—or ask about a specific address.

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Homes & housing

What does housing cost here?

Published Census estimates provide broad context where a reliable community-level figure is available. Check current homes or rentals for actual prices.

Median owner-occupied home value
$193,000

A broad benchmark for homes people own here—not a live asking price.

Data: 2024-12-31View source
Median gross rent
$1,166

Useful renter context—not a substitute for current available rentals.

Data: 2024-12-31View source

Price is only part of the monthly payment

For a specific home, also account for the interest rate, property taxes, homeowners insurance, HOA fees, utilities, and condition. That’s why two homes with the same price tag can still cost very different amounts every month.

Plan the daily trip

Commute & getting around

Published mean travel time to work: 27.5 minutes. This is a community estimate, not the trip from a specific home. Test your route during your regular travel hours.

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Schools

Which schools serve this address?

The address—not the city name—determines the schools

The community name alone does not establish a school assignment in Black Jack. Confirm the district and schools for the exact property before deciding.

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Identify the district

Start with the property’s complete street address.

2

Check the boundary tool

Use the district’s official address or attendance lookup.

3

Confirm before deciding

Ask the district to verify the current assignment and enrollment details.

Missouri DESE school directory and map

DESE says its maps are for reference; confirm official boundaries with county authorities and the district.

How people spend free time

Parks & recreation

Errands, routines & convenience

Everyday life

Direct answers for movers

Questions about moving to Black Jack

What is it like to live in Black Jack?+

Black Jack had an estimated 6,589 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $193,000 median owner-occupied home value, $1,166 median gross rent and 27.5-minute mean commute. Consider Black Jack if city-run parks and municipal recreation matter to your daily routine. The city maintains parks and facilities and provides resident services from its Old Jamestown Road offices; check the specific park and travel time from a home you are considering.

What should I know about housing costs in Black Jack?+

The published median value of owner-occupied homes (data as of 2024-12-31) is $193,000 in Black Jack. That describes existing homes in a survey period, not current listings or the homes available within your budget. Compare actual properties and their condition.

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What should movers know about schools in Black Jack?+

CityHub does not identify an assigned school for a home in Black Jack. The district and attendance boundary depend on the exact address and can change. Use the official lookup as a starting point, then confirm with the district before making a housing decision.

Use the Missouri DESE school directory
What is commuting from Black Jack like?+

The published mean travel time to work (data as of 2024-12-31) is 27.5 minutes for residents of Black Jack. That average covers many destinations and schedules; it does not predict your own trip. Test a prospective address at your usual hour.

Source
What costs should I consider before moving to Black Jack?+

The published median gross rent (data as of 2024-12-31) is $1,166/month in Black Jack. This is a survey measure, not a current rental quote. Check current offers, utilities, insurance and travel costs for the exact home.

Source
What should I verify before choosing a home in Black Jack?+

The published mean travel time to work is 27.5 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours. Old Halls Ferry Road Corridor is one documented local destination; check the route and current access from the home you are considering. Confirm school assignment, property condition and recurring costs for the exact address.

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Keep narrowing the decision

Put Black Jack in context.

The community guide tells you about this place. These guides help answer whether this is the right kind of place for your move.

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Understand the geography

Map of Black Jack

See where Black Jack sits in the St. Louis region, then open named local places for directions and surrounding context.

Open full map

This map is for orientation. Confirm municipal, school, floodplain, and parcel boundaries with the appropriate official source.

Around town

Places to know

Parks, civic resources, recreation, and recognizable destinations that help explain everyday life in Black Jack.

Parks & outdoors

2 places
Municipal park

Sundown Park

A neighborhood park within Black Jack's park system.

Official details
Municipal park

Black Jack Park

A city park with neighborhood recreation facilities.

Official details

Family destinations

1 place
Community center

Black Jack Community Center

A municipal facility for recreation programs, meetings and resident activities.

Official details

Shopping & errands

1 place
Commercial corridor

Old Halls Ferry Road Corridor

The community's practical corridor for groceries, restaurants and services.

Official details

Civic & everyday

1 place
City hall

Black Jack City Hall

The municipal government center for Black Jack.

Official details
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Sources, dates & how we got here4 sources · expand

CityHub separates sourced facts from editorial guidance. Official data may describe different time periods; each fact shows its represented date when available.