**History and Landmarks:**
– Riverside was formally incorporated in 1951.
– Notable landmarks include the Riverside Race Track, Argosy Gaming Company casino, and Riverside Red X store.
– The Renner Village Archeological Site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
**Geography and Location:**
– Riverside covers 5.79 square miles, with 5.51 square miles being land and 0.28 square miles of water.
– The city is situated on the edge of the Missouri River.
– Riverside is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area and has an elevation of 751 feet.
**Demographics and Education:**
– The population of Riverside was 4,013 in 2020.
– In the 2010 census, 78.1% of the population were White and 10.5% were African American.
– 26.6% of households had children under 18, and the median age was 39.1 years.
– Riverside is served by the Park Hill School District and has a branch of the Mid-Continent Public Library.
**References and Information Sources:**
– Relevant information on Riverside can be obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau, National Register of Historic Places, Park Hill School District, Mid-Continent Public Library, and Kansas City Public Library.
**Comparison with Other Missouri Cities:**
– Population statistics show Riverside has 3,052 residents.
– Economic overview highlights Riverside’s reliance on small businesses and tourism.
– Transportation options in Riverside include proximity to the Kansas City Airport.
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Riverside is a city in Platte County, Missouri and is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area within the United States. The population was 4,013 at the 2020 census.
Riverside, Missouri | |
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 Location of Riverside, Missouri | |
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| Coordinates: 39°10′13″N 94°37′50″W / 39.17028°N 94.63056°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Platte |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.80 sq mi (15.03 km2) |
| • Land | 5.53 sq mi (14.32 km2) |
| • Water | 0.27 sq mi (0.71 km2) |
| Elevation | 751 ft (229 m) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 4,013 |
| • Density | 726.07/sq mi (280.32/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes | 64150, 64151, 64168 |
| Area code | 816 |
| FIPS code | 29-62156 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396385 |
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Riverside, Missouri:
Riverside is a city located in Platte County, Missouri, United States. It is a suburb of Kansas City and is situated along the Missouri River.