Poplar Bluff

Poplar Bluff is a city in southeastern Missouri at the convergence of major highways and serves as the administrative center for Butler County. The city sits along the Black River and functions as a commercial hub for the region.

The area received its first European settlers in 1819, and by 1849 the town became the county seat. The construction of its first courthouse in 1855 solidified its role as the region's administrative center.

The city population of 16,225 includes diverse communities with 77.37% white, 11.57% African American, and various other ethnic groups according to 2020 census.

The city is easily accessible via major highways and offers services spread throughout the downtown area and along main roads. Most visitor attractions and amenities are within a short drive from the city center.

A major tornado devastated the city in 1927, leaving a lasting imprint on the community's memory and development. This event remains a significant moment in local history that shaped how the city rebuilt itself.

Location: Butler County

Elevation above the sea: 110 m

Website: http://poplarbluff-mo.gov

GPS coordinates: 36.75972,-90.40278

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:37