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

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
• United States Senators
• 15th State Senatorial District
• 100th State Representative District
• 7th County Council District
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• Call the Board of Election Commissioners at (314) 615-1800 if more information is needed or visit their website.
• U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts Ballwin, Missouri