Festus ZIP Code List — Jefferson County, MO

There is one unique ZIP code in Festus, Missouri and it is 63028. Area code: 636.

ZIP codes

125.79

sq mi land

1.79

sq mi water

636

area code

Festus, MO ZIP code map

About Festus, MO

Festus, Missouri is a welcoming city located in Jefferson County, situated in the eastern part of the state along the Mississippi River corridor. Served by a single ZIP code, 63028, Festus is a well-established community that blends small-town charm with convenient access to the greater St. Louis metropolitan area. The city is part of a tight-knit regional cluster often referenced alongside its neighbor Crystal City, and together they form a significant hub of activity in Jefferson County.

Location & geography

Festus is located in Jefferson County in east-central Missouri, approximately 30 miles south of downtown St. Louis along the Interstate 55 corridor. Nearby cities include Arnold to the north, Festus's twin city of Crystal City directly adjacent, De Soto to the southwest, and Herculaneum to the northeast along the Mississippi River. The city covers a total land area of 125.79 square miles and 1.79 square miles of water area, with terrain that includes rolling hills characteristic of the Ozark border region and access to waterways that feed toward the Mississippi.

Community & economy

Festus has a strong community identity rooted in its working-class heritage and family-oriented neighborhoods, with residents who take pride in local schools, parks, and civic events throughout the year. The local economy draws from a mix of retail, healthcare, light manufacturing, and service industries, with Highway 61 and nearby Interstate 55 supporting a robust commercial corridor. Daily life in Festus revolves around community gathering spots, local dining along Missouri Highway 61, and seasonal events that reflect the city's deep Missouri roots.

Transportation

Festus is well connected by Interstate 55, which runs north toward St. Louis and south toward Cape Girardeau, making it a convenient stop along one of Missouri's most traveled corridors. U.S. Highway 61, a historic route also known locally as the "Great River Road," passes through the area and provides additional north-south connectivity through Jefferson County. The nearest major commercial airport is St. Louis Lambert International Airport, located roughly 40 miles to the north, offering residents full domestic and international travel access.

History

Festus was established in the 19th century and developed significantly around the glass manufacturing industry, which brought employment and growth to Jefferson County during the late 1800s and early 1900s. The nearby PPG Industries glass plant, one of the region's most historically significant industrial facilities, has long been associated with the Crystal City and Festus area and helped shape the economic identity of the community. Over the decades, Festus grew from an industrial town into a broader suburban community while retaining its historical character and strong sense of local heritage.

Did you know?

One little-known fact about Festus is that its name is believed to have originated from a biblical reference, making it one of the more unusually named cities in Jefferson County and a point of local curiosity. Despite its modest size, Festus serves as one of Jefferson County's primary commercial centers, drawing shoppers and businesses from a wide surrounding region.

ZIP codes for Festus, MO (1)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
63028	Festus	Jefferson	View map

Demographics & statistics

28,276

Population

40.1

Median age

$71,004

Median household income

$35,166

Per capita income

$201,200

Median home value

$939

Median monthly rent

74.1%

Home ownership

8.0%

Poverty rate

3.5%

Unemployment

8,767

Housing units

23.5%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

867

Under 5

909

931

5–9

976

958

10–14

1,005

768

15–19

806

666

20–24

698

1,630

25–34

1,710

1,856

35–44

1,947

1,758

45–54

1,844

850

55–59

891

1,141

60–64

1,198

1,521

65–74

1,596

602

75–84

631

252

85+

265

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Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	6,560	23.2%
18 and over	21,716	76.8%
65 and over	4,867	17.2%
Median age	40.1 years

Race & ethnicity

White 86.9%

Two or more races 5.1%

Hispanic or Latino 4%

Black or African American 1.7%

Asian 1.6%

Other race 0.6%

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.1%

Group	Count	%
White	25,608	86.9%
Two or more races	1,502	5.1%
Hispanic or Latino	1,181	4%
Black or African American	506	1.7%
Asian	477	1.6%
Other race	167	0.6%
American Indian / Alaska Native	16	0.1%

Household income

Under $10k 4.5%

$10k–$15k 2.7%

$15k–$25k 5.8%

$25k–$35k 8.1%

$35k–$50k 12.8%

$50k–$75k 18.4%

$75k–$100k 14.8%

$100k–$150k 17.7%

$150k–$200k 8.2%

$200k+ 7.0%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	4.5%
$10k–$15k	2.7%
$15k–$25k	5.8%
$25k–$35k	8.1%
$35k–$50k	12.8%
$50k–$75k	18.4%
$75k–$100k	14.8%
$100k–$150k	17.7%
$150k–$200k	8.2%
$200k+	7.0%
Median income	$71,004

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 9.0%

$50k–$100k 8.0%

$100k–$150k 11.6%

$150k–$200k 21.1%

$200k–$300k 26.0%

$300k–$500k 19.7%

$500k–$1M 4.0%

$1M+ 0.6%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$201,200
Median rent / month	$939
Owner occupied	74.1%
Renter occupied	25.9%
Vacant	5.7%
Single-family detached	76.2%
Large apartment buildings	1.0%
Mobile homes	11.2%
Median rooms	5.7
Avg household size (owned)	2.63

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.4%
2010–2019	7.9%
2000–2009	17.4%
1990–1999	20.0%
1980–1989	11.1%
1970–1979	15.5%
1960–1969	6.9%
1950–1959	10.5%
1940–1949	5.6%
1939 or earlier	4.7%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	0.5%
1 bedroom	6.9%
2 bedrooms	23.6%
3 bedrooms	48.3%
4 bedrooms	17.5%
5+ bedrooms	3.2%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	4.4%
1 vehicle	29.0%
2 vehicles	34.5%
3 or more	32.1%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	31.7%
Electricity	59.8%
Propane / LP gas	6.6%
Fuel oil	0.5%
Wood	0.8%
Solar	0.1%
No fuel used	0.4%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	6,011	54.9%
Cohabiting couple	667	6.1%
Male householder, no spouse	1,588	14.5%
Female householder, no spouse	2,680	24.5%
Households with children under 18	3,447	31.5%
Households with seniors (65+)	3,388	31.0%
Average household size	2.55

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	28.4%	21.4%
Married	55.6%	52.9%
Separated	0.3%	1.8%
Widowed	4.3%	8.9%
Divorced	11.4%	15.0%

Education

Less than 9th grade 1.9%

Some HS, no diploma 7.3%

HS graduate 32.5%

Some college, no degree 21.7%

Associate's degree 13.1%

Bachelor's degree 15.7%

Graduate / professional 7.7%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	90.8%
Bachelor's or higher	23.5%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	478	7.3%
Kindergarten	417	6.4%
Elementary school	2,929	45.0%
High school	1,391	21.4%
College / grad school	1,298	19.9%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 22.7%

Construction 13.2%

Retail trade 11.4%

Manufacturing 10.0%

Transportation & utilities 8.2%

Professional & management 8.0%

Arts, food & hospitality 8.0%

Finance & real estate 6.6%

Other services 4.3%

Public administration 3.5%

Information 1.9%

Agriculture & mining 1.1%

Wholesale trade 1.1%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	36.9%
Service	14.4%
Sales & office	19.3%
Natural resources & construction	16.7%
Production & transportation	12.7%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	84.0%
Government	12.2%
Self-employed	3.7%
Unpaid family workers	0.2%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	84.4%
Carpool	7.1%
Public transit	0.0%
Walk	0.8%
Other means	0.7%
Avg commute (minutes)	29.7

Poverty

All people 8.0%

Under 18 years 7.7%

18 and over 8.1%

Married-couple families 2.0%

Female-led households 15.1%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	36.6%
Retirement income	29.0%
Supplemental Security	8.1%
Cash public assistance	2.0%
Food stamps / SNAP	7.1%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	28.8%
High cholesterol	34.3%
Heart disease	7.0%
Stroke	3.1%
Asthma	9.7%
Arthritis	28.3%
Kidney disease	2.8%
Pulmonary disease	8.1%
Cancer	6.9%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	18.6%
No physical activity	25.9%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	34.7%
Fair or poor health	15.5%
Poor mental health	15.8%
Poor physical health	11.6%
No health insurance	15.1%
Visited doctor (checkup)	73.1%
Visited dentist	59.6%
Cholesterol screening	88.1%
Teeth loss	17.0%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	2,302	10.6%

Disability	%
Any disability	15.9%
Under 18	4.3%
18–64 years	13.4%
65 and over	41.7%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	72.8%
Public insurance	30.6%
Uninsured under 19	1.5%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	26,500	93.7%
Spanish	130	0.5%
Other Indo-European	17	0.1%
Asian & Pacific Islander	20	0.1%
Other languages	49	0.2%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	27,903	98.7%
Born in same state	27,760	98.2%
Born in different state	23,416	82.8%
Foreign born	143	0.5%
Naturalized citizen	373	1.3%
Not a US citizen	289	77.5%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
Italian	3,460	12.2%
French	2,820	10%
Arab	2,522	8.9%
English	318	1.1%

Ancestry	Count	%
Irish	88	0.3%
Polish	61	0.2%
Dutch	61	0.2%
Norwegian	18	0.1%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	38.7%
Internet access	90.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ZIP code for Festus, MO?

Festus, MO has one ZIP code: 63028.

What is the main ZIP code for Festus, MO?

The primary ZIP code for Festus, MO is 63028. The city uses area code 636 for phone service.

What county is Festus, MO in?

Festus is located in Jefferson County, Missouri.

How many ZIP codes are in Festus, MO?

Festus, MO has 1 ZIP code.

What ZIP code covers the downtown Festus area near the historic Main Street district?

Downtown Festus and the Main Street area are located in ZIP code 63028, which serves as the primary postal code for the city's central business district.

What is the ZIP code for the Festus riverfront area along the Meramec River?

The Festus riverfront and waterfront properties along the Meramec River are served by ZIP code 63028, which encompasses the city's river-adjacent neighborhoods.