Rolla Missouri Map

About Rolla, Missouri

Rolla is a locality in Phelps County, Missouri, United States. It has a population of 20,287. The population density is 641.5 people per km². Rolla is located at 37.9514°N, 91.7713°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 65409.

Rolla emerges from the undulating landscape of the Ozark plateau where the horizon stretches wide and silent under a vast, unclouded sky. It lies 26.6 miles northeast of Fort Leonard Wood, MO (from Fort Leonard Wood, MO: bearing 54°T), and is situated 9.1 miles west-southwest of Saint James. The Dutro Carter Branch winds through the lower reaches of the terrain, carving a path that catches the pale, slanted light of late afternoon. Beyond the settlement, the land rises toward the distant, hazy silhouette of Pilot Knob, which marks the edge of the observer’s view. Residents often find quiet respite at Rolla (Schuman Park Lake), a reflective expanse of water that anchors the central district. A short journey away, the stillness of Blues Pond offers a different texture to the earth, contrasting with the dry, grassy plains that define the broader region. Rolla traces its origins to the expansion of the iron horse, which brought a steady pulse of movement to these inland prairies. The local economy finds its strength in the rigor of scientific inquiry and the persistent labor of the mining and engineering sectors. Because of the presence of the Missouri University of Science and Technology, the atmosphere vibrates with the focused energy of students and researchers shaping technical advancements. This intellectual pursuit balances the historical reliance on regional agriculture, creating a distinct blend of scholarly ambition and traditional industry. The rhythm of daily life here favors the methodical pace of a place where innovation is treated as a form of craft. Rolla maintains a character forged by a sturdy, plain-spoken sensibility that values substance over affectation. The campus serves as a primary landmark, its architecture standing in contrast to the modest, functional buildings that populate the surrounding streets. During seasonal gatherings, the spirit of the community coalesces in public spaces, reflecting a culture that appreciates the simple gravity of a shared local event. While the region remains modest in its claims, it has been home to individuals like the novelist Martha Gellhorn, who once walked these quiet paths. The atmosphere remains quiet and deliberate, defined by the steady, unhurried persistence of people who know the value of their own surroundings.

About This Rolla Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Rolla, Missouri — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.95143, -91.771269. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Rolla and Phelps County.

Detailed location data for Rolla includes the ZIP code (65401), telephone area code (573), county seat of Phelps County (Rolla), and school district assignment (Rolla 31 School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Rolla is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.