About 170,000 people.

Springfield sits in the rolling green Ozark hills of southern Missouri. It is often called the birthplace of Route 66, the most famous old road in America.
You can explore a huge outdoor and aquarium adventure at Wonders of Wildlife, dig into nature at the Springfield Botanical Gardens, and cruise along historic Route 66.
This giant museum and aquarium lets you walk through tunnels surrounded by fish, sharks, and other animals. It is one of the largest of its kind anywhere.
The famous cross-country highway got its name in Springfield long ago. Fun old signs, diners, and museums celebrate the road trips of the past.