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Manter, Kansas

Manter is a city in Stanton County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 132.

History
The first post office in Manter was established in 1923.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.24 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 132 people, 64 households, and 48 families in Manter. The population density was 530.1 per square mile (204.7/km$2$). There were 83 housing units at an average density of 333.3 per square mile (128.7/km$2$). The racial makeup was 82.58% (109) white or European American (64.39% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 2.27% (3) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.76% (1) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 14.39% (19) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 25.0% (33) of the population.

Of the 64 households, 43.8% had children under the age of 18; 48.4% were married couples living together; 12.5% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 20.3% of households consisted of individuals and 4.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 4.0 and the average family size was 5.3. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 29.5% of the population.

25.8% of the population was under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 22.7% from 25 to 44, 30.3% from 45 to 64, and 15.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 73.7 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 78.2 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $54,531 (with a margin of error of +/- $14,067) and the median family income was $54,531 (+/- $17,927). Males had a median income of $31,250 (+/- $26,837)s. The median income for those above 16 years old was $28,750 (+/- $18,411). Approximately, 14.0% of families and 15.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.8% of those under the age of 18 and 0.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 171 people, 73 households, and 47 families residing in the city. The population density was 712.5 PD/sqmi. There were 92 housing units at an average density of 383.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.8% White, 2.3% Native American, 4.1% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 19.9% of the population.

There were 73 households, of which 30.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.7% were married couples living together, 9.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.6% were non-families. 31.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the city was 39.8 years. 28.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 2.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.8% were from 25 to 44; 26.3% were from 45 to 64; and 19.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.0% male and 52.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 178 people, 67 households, and 46 families residing in the city. The population density was 755.4 PD/sqmi. There were 90 housing units at an average density of 381.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 90.45% White, 6.74% Native American, 2.25% from other races, and 0.56% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.93% of the population.

There were 67 households, out of which 34.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.7% were married couples living together, 4.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.9% were non-families. 26.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.66 and the average family size was 3.21.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 31.5% under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 25.8% from 25 to 44, 24.7% from 45 to 64, and 12.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $48,523, and the median income for a family was $49,659. Males had a median income of $31,875 versus $21,563 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,184. About 4.3% of families and 7.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.1% of those under the age of eighteen and 4.3% of those 65 or over.

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Hugoton, Kansas

Hugoton is a city in and the county seat of Stevens County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 3,747.

History
Settlers from McPherson, Kansas established a settlement in what was then west-central Seward County, Kansas in 1885. They originally named this settlement Hugo in honor of French writer Victor Hugo, but then changed its name to Hugoton to distinguish it from Hugo, Colorado. Hugoton's first church, Hugoton United Methodist, was also the first in Stevens County and was founded in 1886; it is still active as of 2019. The first post office in Hugoton was established in April 1886.

In 1886, the Kansas Legislature reestablished the surrounding area as Stevens County, and Gov. John Martin designated Hugoton as the interim county seat. This set off a violent county seat war with nearby Woodsdale. Hugoton became the permanent county seat in 1887, but the conflict continued, culminating in the Hay Meadow Massacre of 1888. Woodsdale founder and attorney Samuel Newitt Wood, heavily invested in the conflict for the county seat, was assassinated by James Brennen, one of the men involved in the Hay Meadow Massacre, outside the Hugoton courthouse on June 23, 1891.

During the 1890s, economic decline drove many residents to leave for newly opened territories in the American Southwest, and the population declined significantly. The Santa Fe Railway reached Hugoton in 1913, which spurred growth. Natural gas was discovered southwest of the city in 1927, leading to the development of the Hugoton Natural Gas Area and the transformation of Hugoton into a major center of natural gas extraction.

Hugoton reportedly served as a temporary home for infamous criminals Bonnie and Clyde. They lived in the unincorporated areas near Hugoton, assuming the aliases of Jewell and Blackie Underwood. Jewell operated a cafe, Jewell's Cafe, and Blackie reportedly worked on area farms. Locals believed they ran a bootlegging operation out of the cafe. Clyde was officially in prison during the time they are claimed to be in the Hugoton area, but locals still insist Jewell and Blackie were Bonnie and Clyde. Receipts from Jewel's Cafe were found in the duo's vehicle after their deaths in a 1934 shoot-out.

In the mid-1930s, Hugoton, along with much of Kansas and parts of other nearby states, suffered the effects of the Dust Bowl, which ravaged the Great Plains in waves between 1934 and 1940. Southwest Kansas was hit particularly hard between 1932 and 1936. The famous "Black Sunday" dust storm that marks the naming of the Dust Bowl as a geographic area encompassing most of the mid-United States and affecting the entire country, hit Hugoton and neighboring towns in multiple counties and in Oklahoma early on April 14, 1935.

Geography
Located in southwestern Kansas at the intersection of U.S. Route 56, K-25, and K-51, Hugoton is approximately 136 mi north of Amarillo, 222 mi west-southwest of Wichita, and 271 mi southeast of Denver.

It lies in the High Plains region of the Great Plains approximately 11 mi southeast of the Cimarron River. It also lies within, and is the namesake of, the Hugoton Natural Gas Area. The Hugoton natural gas field is the largest such field in North America and the second largest in the world.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.75 sqmi, all land.

Climate
Hugoton has a semi-arid steppe climate (Köppen BSk) with hot, dry summers and cold, dry winters. The hottest temperature recorded in Hugoton was 116 F on June 25, 1911, while the coldest temperature recorded was -22 F on January 7, 1912.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 3,747 people, 1,355 households, and 976 families in Hugoton. The population density was 1,800.6 per square mile (695.2/km$2$). There were 1,573 housing units at an average density of 755.9 per square mile (291.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 61.84% (2,317) white or European American (51.45% non-Hispanic white), 0.48% (18) black or African-American, 1.44% (54) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.59% (22) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 23.81% (892) from other races, and 11.85% (444) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 44.62% (1,672) of the population.

Of the 1,355 households, 38.1% had children under the age of 18; 56.1% were married couples living together; 22.4% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 24.2% of households consisted of individuals and 10.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.1 and the average family size was 3.6. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 7.0% of the population.

28.6% of the population was under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 25.8% from 25 to 44, 21.9% from 45 to 64, and 15.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35.1 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 105.1 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $56,786 (with a margin of error of +/- $12,361) and the median family income was $61,318 (+/- $8,164). Males had a median income of $35,417 (+/- $6,805) versus $17,364 (+/- $7,595) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $26,972 (+/- $4,981). Approximately, 12.7% of families and 19.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.0% of those under the age of 18 and 16.1% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the 2010 census, there were 3,904 people, 1,413 households, and 993 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,168.9 PD/sqmi. There were 1,560 housing units at an average density of 866.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 87.0% White, 0.8% American Indian, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Asian, 10.1% from some other race, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race were 36.4% of the population.

There were 1,413 households, of which 40.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.5% were married couples living together, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.7% were non-families. 26.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71, and the average family size was 3.32.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.3% under the age of 18, 8.8% from 18 to 24, 25.1% from 25 to 44, 22.4% from 45 to 64, and 13.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33.6 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.3 males age 18 and over.

The median income for a household in the city was $52,161, and the median income for a family was $57,269. Males had a median income of $45,750 versus $33,188 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,851. About 11.6% of families and 14.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.1% of those under age 18 and 7.6% of those age 65 or over.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 3,708 people, 1,380 households, and 968 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,084.6 PD/sqmi. There were 1,579 housing units at an average density of 887.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 81.53% White, 1.08% African American, 0.67% Native American, 0.32% Asian, 14.51% from other races, and 1.89% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 22.92% of the population.

There were 1,380 households, out of which 37.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.8% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.8% were non-families. 27.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.64 and the average family size was 3.25.

In the city the population was spread out, with 30.5% under the age of 18, 8.6% from 18 to 24, 27.6% from 25 to 44, 18.7% from 45 to 64, and 14.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $41,932, and the median income for a family was $50,225. Males had a median income of $37,930 versus $22,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,115. About 6.9% of families and 9.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.8% of those under age 18 and 2.2% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
As of 2011, 67.5% of the population over the age of 16 was in the civilian labor force with 64.9% being employed and 2.6% unemployed. The composition, by occupation, of the employed civilian labor force was: 27.2% in management, business, science, and arts; 25.2% in natural resources, construction, and maintenance; 25.0% in sales and office occupations; 14.3% in service occupations; 8.3% in production, transportation, and material moving. The three industries employing the largest percentages of the working civilian labor force were: agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, and mining (23.0%); educational services, health care, and social assistance (20.7%); and construction (8.3%).

The cost of living in Hugoton is relatively low; compared to a U.S. average of 100, the cost of living index for the city is 80.5. As of 2011, the median home value in the city was $79,300, the median selected monthly owner cost was $991 for housing units with a mortgage and $445 for those without, and the median gross rent was $628.

Government
Hugoton is a city of the second class with a mayor-council form of government. The city council consists of five members and meets on the first Monday after the 4th day of each month. The mayor and the council members are elected for four-year terms.

As the county seat, Hugoton is the administrative center of Stevens County. The county courthouse is located downtown, and all departments of the county government base their operations in the city.

Hugoton lies within Kansas's 1st U.S. Congressional District. For the purposes of representation in the Kansas Legislature, the city is in the 39th district of the Kansas Senate and the 124th district of the Kansas House of Representatives.

Primary and secondary education
The community is served by Hugoton USD 210 public school district, which operates five schools in Hugoton:
 * Hugoton Primary School (Grades Pre-K-2)
 * Hugoton Intermediate School (3-6)
 * Hugoton Middle School (7-8)
 * Hugoton High School (9-12)
 * Hugoton Learning Academy (7-12), charter school

Heritage Christian Academy, a Christian school, offers preschool and classes for grades K-8.

Transportation
U.S. Route 56 and K-25 enter Hugoton concurrently from the north, intersecting K-51, which runs east-west, in the southern part of the city. Both U.S. 56 and K-25 then run concurrently with K-51 to the west.

Hugoton Municipal Airport is located on the south side of U.S. 56 less than a mile west of the city. Publicly owned, it has two paved runways and is used for general aviation.

A line of the Cimarron Valley Railroad passes through the northwestern corner of the city.

Media
The Hugoton Hermes is the city's sole newspaper, published weekly.

Two radio stations are licensed to Hugoton: K222AK, a translator station of NPR affiliate High Plains Public Radio in Garden City, Kansas, broadcasts from Hugoton on 92.3 FM; KFXX-FM broadcasts from Garden City on 106.7 FM, playing a Classic Hits format.

Hugoton is in the Wichita-Hutchinson, Kansas television market.

Notable people

 * Billy Drago (1945–2019), actor
 * Steve Morris (1946- ), eight-year Kansas Senate president, 2005-2013

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Moscow, Kansas

Moscow is a city in Stevens County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 272.

History
The settlement of Moscow was established in 1887.

One tradition says, the community was named for a member of de Soto's expedition, the maestro de campo (field commander) Luis de Moscoso (the source mistakenly indicates Francisco Coronado southwest expedition, but at this time Moscoso was a member of de Soto's expedition, furthermore he took command of the expedition after de Soto's death). During the settlement name registration there were a series of mistakes. The residents, in their application for a post office, had shortened it to Mosco. A postal clerk in Washington, upon receipt of their petition, being in a helpful spirit, and thinking the hay-seeds in the west did not know their spelling, added a "w" to the name, changing it to Moscow.

The first post office in Moscow was established on April 28, 1888, when it was moved from Valparaiso (now ghost town), which was located approximately 4 mi southeast of Moscow.

Moscow moved 8 miles to the north in 1913, where in 1912 the CVR railroad was built, so it was also called "New Moscow".

For the first time in the US Census the placename "Moscow" in Stevens County appeared in 1890, though not as a city but as a township. The Census separated city of Moscow in 1930.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.18 sqmi, all of it land.

The town is located in southwest Kansas in the Rolling Cropland and Range region of the Great Plains. The town is in the shape of a right triangle.

The northwest border of the Moscow adjoins U.S. Route 56. The city part of the Route 56 is named Cimarron Avenue, named after the Cimarron River, which is located 7 mi north of Moscow.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 272 people, 99 households, and 85 families in Moscow. The population density was 1,581.4 per square mile (610.6/km$2$). There were 125 housing units at an average density of 726.7 per square mile (280.6/km$2$). The racial makeup was 65.81% (179) white or European American (54.41% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 1.47% (4) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 15.44% (42) from other races, and 17.28% (47) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 40.81% (111) of the population.

Of the 99 households, 48.5% had children under the age of 18; 56.6% were married couples living together; 18.2% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 9.1% of households consisted of individuals and 4.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.9 and the average family size was 3.6. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 3.7% of the population.

28.7% of the population was under the age of 18, 10.3% from 18 to 24, 23.5% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 12.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 110.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 102.1 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $52,222 (with a margin of error of +/- $40,297) and the median family income was $48,056 (+/- $29,581). Males had a median income of $36,765 (+/- $10,183) versus $23,750 (+/- $13,078) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $31,688 (+/- $8,946). Approximately, 12.5% of families and 17.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.4% of those under the age of 18 and 6.5% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 310 people, 105 households, and 85 families residing in the city. The population density was 1722.2 PD/sqmi. There were 119 housing units at an average density of 661.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 73.2% White, 3.5% Native American, 21.3% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 38.7% of the population.

There were 105 households, of which 45.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.6% were married couples living together, 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 19.0% were non-families. 14.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.95 and the average family size was 3.31.

The median age in the city was 32.5 years. 31% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 29% were from 25 to 44; 19.7% were from 45 to 64; and 11.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.5% male and 53.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 247 people, 96 households, and 67 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,418.7 PD/sqmi. There were 111 housing units at an average density of 637.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 76.52% White, 1.62% African American, 4.45% Native American, 14.98% from other races, and 2.43% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 34.41% of the population.

There were 96 households, out of which 39.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.3% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.2% were non-families. 28.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.18.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.0% under the age of 18, 9.7% from 18 to 24, 28.3% from 25 to 44, 19.4% from 45 to 64, and 12.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,136, and the median income for a family was $33,393. Males had a median income of $30,250 versus $28,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,463. About 7.9% of families and 7.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.6% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

Primary and secondary education
The community is served by Moscow USD 209 public school district, and contains two schools:
 * Moscow Elementary School (pre-K to Sixth grade)
 * Moscow High School (Seventh grade to Twelfth grade)

The emblem of the High school is the Wildcat, so students are also called Moscow Wildcats.

The Moscow Wildcats won the Kansas State High School 8-Man football championship in 1978.

Transportation
The northwest border of Moscow adjoins U.S. Route 56.

The Cimarron Valley Railroad (CVR) parallels Route 56 and crosses the county from northeast to southwest. CVR is one of several short-line railroads operated by The Western Group.

The Brollier Airport is located east of Moscow. GNIS feature ID 481338.

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Argonia, Kansas

Argonia is a city in Sumner County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 456.

History
Argonia was founded in 1881. It was named for the ship Argo in Greek mythology. In 1887, Susanna M. Salter became the first woman to win political office in United States history when she was elected Mayor of Argonia as a member of the Prohibition Party.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.66 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 456 people, 189 households, and 120 families in Argonia. The population density was 653.3 per square mile (252.2/km$2$). There were 229 housing units at an average density of 328.1 per square mile (126.7/km$2$). The racial makeup was 90.13% (411) white or European American (90.13% non-Hispanic white), 0.66% (3) black or African-American, 1.1% (5) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.66% (3) from other races, and 7.46% (34) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 1.54% (7) of the population.

Of the 189 households, 35.4% had children under the age of 18; 47.1% were married couples living together; 23.8% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 33.3% of households consisted of individuals and 14.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 3.0. The percent of those with a bachelor's degree or higher was estimated to be 12.7% of the population.

28.9% of the population was under the age of 18, 4.4% from 18 to 24, 21.1% from 25 to 44, 27.9% from 45 to 64, and 17.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.2 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 106.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $58,438 (with a margin of error of +/- $15,400) and the median family income was $72,708 (+/- $14,879). Males had a median income of $40,167 (+/- $20,011) versus $40,833 (+/- $29,427) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $40,278 (+/- $10,743). Approximately, 2.9% of families and 8.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.3% of those under the age of 18 and 1.1% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 501 people, 216 households, and 135 families living in the city. The population density was 759.1 PD/sqmi. There were 244 housing units at an average density of 369.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.6% White, 0.8% African American, 0.6% Native American, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.6% of the population.

There were 216 households, of which 32.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.4% were married couples living together, 13.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 37.5% were non-families. 33.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.96.

The median age in the city was 38.6 years. 25.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.2% were from 25 to 44; 22.6% were from 45 to 64; and 19% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.5% male and 52.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 534 people, 225 households, and 146 families living in the city. The population density was 818.4 PD/sqmi. There were 255 housing units at an average density of 390.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.82% White, 0.37% African American, 0.37% from other races, and 2.43% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.19% of the population.

There were 225 households, out of which 25.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.7% were married couples living together, 8.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.7% were non-families. 34.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 3.04.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.4% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 22.5% from 25 to 44, 21.7% from 45 to 64, and 22.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,125, and the median income for a family was $38,625. Males had a median income of $30,938 versus $19,688 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,060. About 8.9% of families and 8.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.5% of those under age 18 and 13.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Argonia USD 359 public school district.

The Argonia Red Raiders of Argonia High School won the following Kansas State High School championships:
 * 1969 Boys Basketball - Class 1A
 * 2011 Girls Basketball - Class 1A-II

Notable people

 * Susanna M. Salter was elected mayor of Argonia in 1887, becoming the first woman elected mayor in the United States.

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Belle Plaine, Kansas

Belle Plaine is a city in Sumner County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,467.

History
Belle Plaine was founded in 1871. Belle Plaine is a French name meaning "beautiful plain". In 1883, Belle Plaine was a station and shipping point for the Southern Central & Fort Scott Railway. By 1910, it was at the junction of two railroads, the Missouri Pacific and the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe. The first post office in Belle Plaine was established in April 1871. In the fall of 1871 and spring of 1872, Miss Olive North taught a subscription school; and, in 1873, school district (No. 2) was established.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.91 sqmi, all of it land.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Belle Plaine has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Area events

 * Belle Plaine’s Downtown Festival

Area attractions

 * Bartlett Arboretum, a nature preserve which incorporates a small concert venue.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 1,467 people, 588 households, and 411 families in Belle Plaine. The population density was 1,767.5 per square mile (682.4/km$2$). There were 653 housing units at an average density of 786.7 per square mile (303.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 89.3% (1,310) white or European American (86.37% non-Hispanic white), 0.55% (8) black or African-American, 1.43% (21) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.14% (2) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.5% (22) from other races, and 7.09% (104) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.93% (87) of the population.

Of the 588 households, 36.1% had children under the age of 18; 51.0% were married couples living together; 21.6% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 24.7% of households consisted of individuals and 13.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.2 and the average family size was 2.6. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 10.9% of the population.

26.2% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 25.4% from 25 to 44, 24.9% from 45 to 64, and 15.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 95.0 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $58,977 (with a margin of error of +/- $11,281) and the median family income was $70,938 (+/- $14,280). Males had a median income of $45,518 (+/- $3,544) versus $26,806 (+/- $19,456) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $38,393 (+/- $15,962). Approximately, 9.8% of families and 13.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.7% of those under the age of 18 and 3.1% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,681 people, 630 households, and 466 families residing in the city. The population density was 1847.3 PD/sqmi. There were 717 housing units at an average density of 787.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.1% White, 0.4% African American, 1.1% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.5% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.1% of the population.

There were 630 households, of which 40.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.2% were married couples living together, 12.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 26.0% were non-families. 23.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.67 and the average family size was 3.14.

The median age in the city was 35.5 years. 30.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.1% were from 25 to 44; 26% were from 45 to 64; and 12% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.5% male and 48.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,708 people, 662 households, and 475 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,105.9 PD/sqmi. There were 712 housing units at an average density of 877.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.21% White, 0.06% African American, 0.82% Native American, 0.29% Asian, 1.17% from other races, and 4.45% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.22% of the population.

There were 662 households, out of which 38.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.5% were married couples living together, 11.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.1% were non-families. 26.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 3.12.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.7% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 28.6% from 25 to 44, 19.6% from 45 to 64, and 13.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $38,125, and the median income for a family was $47,422. Males had a median income of $34,821 versus $22,778 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,414. About 7.9% of families and 9.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.4% of those under age 18 and 9.0% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Belle Plaine USD 357 public school district.

Notable people

 * Jesse Beams (1898–1977) - physicist at University of Virginia, was born in Belle Plaine
 * Robin Lynn Macy (1958) - math teacher, community organizer, guitarist, co-founder of the Dixie Chicks, director of Bartlett Aboretum

title: Belle Plaine, Kansas


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Caldwell, Kansas

Caldwell is a city in Sumner County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,025.

History
Near Caldwell is a precontact Plains Village period settlement called the Buresh site, which has yielded clues about Native American lifeways prior to the arrival of people of European and African descent.

Caldwell was founded in 1871. It is named for Senator Alexander Caldwell. Caldwell was incorporated as a city in 1879. The first post office in Caldwell was established in May 1871. The Chisholm Trail ran along the east side of the community from 1867 to 1871.

In 1887, the Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway built a branch line north-south from Herington to Caldwell. This branch line connected Herington, Lost Springs, Lincolnville, Antelope, Marion, Aulne, Peabody, Elbing, Whitewater, Furley, Kechi, Wichita, Peck, Corbin, Wellington, Caldwell. This branch line was extended to Pond Creek, Oklahoma in 1888, and connected Caldwell, Renfrow, Medford, Jefferson (the original Pond Creek). By 1893, it was incrementally built to Fort Worth, Texas. This railroad foreclosed in 1891 and was taken over by Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway, which shut down in 1980 and reorganized as Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas Railroad, merged in 1988 with Missouri Pacific Railroad, merged in 1997 with Union Pacific Railroad. Most locals still refer to this railroad as the "Rock Island."

In 1985 the Caldwell 6th grade class under the direction of their teacher Larry Miller started a successful campaign to have the ornate box turtle named the state reptile of Kansas. They gained support from around the country and on April 14, 1986 the governor of Kansas came to their school and signed the official bill adding a new official symbol to the state of Kansas.

During the annual Homecoming celebration in the fall of 1986 the Mayor of Caldwell signed a proclamation declaring that Caldwell would forever be known as the "Ornate Box Turtle Capital of the World" and a couple of years later a professional wildlife artist was hired to paint a portrait of an ornate box turtle on the side of a downtown building on Main Street.

Geography
CAccording to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.09 sqmi, all of it land.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Caldwell has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 1,025 people, 469 households, and 255 families in Caldwell. The population density was 958.8 per square mile (370.2/km$2$). There were 574 housing units at an average density of 537.0 per square mile (207.3/km$2$). The racial makeup was 90.54% (928) white or European American (88.98% non-Hispanic white), 0.2% (2) black or African-American, 1.27% (13) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.49% (5) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.76% (18) from other races, and 5.76% (59) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.49% (46) of the population.

Of the 469 households, 21.1% had children under the age of 18; 40.7% were married couples living together; 30.9% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 40.1% of households consisted of individuals and 21.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.8 and the average family size was 2.5. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 11.6% of the population.

22.3% of the population was under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 23.2% from 25 to 44, 23.6% from 45 to 64, and 24.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.0 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 110.6 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $36,103 (with a margin of error of +/- $10,480) and the median family income was $56,500 (+/- $20,841). Males had a median income of $31,250 (+/- $14,454) versus $20,972 (+/- $8,269) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $26,458 (+/- $5,333). Approximately, 16.1% of families and 23.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 31.9% of those under the age of 18 and 15.9% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,068 people, 495 households, and 277 families living in the city. The population density was 979.8 PD/sqmi. There were 642 housing units at an average density of 589.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White, 0.8% African American, 1.7% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 1.1% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.1% of the population.

There were 495 households, of which 23.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.5% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.0% were non-families. 40.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.14 and the average family size was 2.85.

The median age in the city was 47.1 years. 21.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.7% were from 25 to 44; 28.6% were from 45 to 64; and 24% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.0% male and 52.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,284 people, 574 households, and 328 families living in the city. The population density was 1,169.3 PD/sqmi. There were 668 housing units at an average density of 608.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.50% White, 0.08% African American, 1.32% Native American, 0.47% Asian, 0.08% from other races, and 1.56% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.17% of the population.

There were 574 households, out of which 25.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.8% were married couples living together, 6.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.7% were non-families. 40.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.14 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.7% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 20.8% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 28.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,991, and the median income for a family was $39,931. Males had a median income of $31,346 versus $19,453 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,340. About 9.3% of families and 15.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.8% of those under age 18 and 8.9% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Caldwell USD 360 public school district.

Transportation
The Caldwell Municipal Airport is a city-owned public-use airport located one nautical mile (1.15 mi, 1.85 km) east of Caldwell's central business district.

Area attractions

 * Chisholm Trail Markers
 * Ghost Rider Silhouettes
 * Caldwell Carnegie Library

Area events

 * Community Calendar
 * Lighted Christmas Parade
 * Oktoberfest
 * Chisholm Trail Festival

Notable people

 * Gladys Anderson Emerson, scientist, educator, and historian
 * Byron Berline, famous fiddle player
 * The Dinning Sisters, singers and recording artists
 * Max Showalter, film, television actor, musician

title: Caldwell, Kansas


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Conway Springs, Kansas

Conway Springs is a city in Sumner County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,086.

History
Conway Springs was founded in 1884. Its name is derived from both Conway Township and a mineral spring nearby.

Captain Hiram Cranmer built the first home in Conway Springs.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.82 sqmi, all of it land.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Conway Springs has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,272 people, 450 households, and 313 families living in the city. The population density was 1551.2 PD/sqmi. There were 506 housing units at an average density of 617.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.6% White, 0.6% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.4% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.1% of the population.

There were 450 households, of which 40.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.9% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.4% were non-families. 27.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.73 and the average family size was 3.38.

The median age in the city was 34.1 years. 32.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.4% were from 25 to 44; 21.5% were from 45 to 64; and 16.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.2% male and 52.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,322 people, 469 households, and 318 families living in the city. The population density was 1,684.6 PD/sqmi. There were 501 housing units at an average density of 638.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.05% White, 0.23% African American, 0.23% Native American, 1.13% from other races, and 1.36% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.29% of the population.

There were 469 households, out of which 38.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.2% were married couples living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.0% were non-families. 31.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.46.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 33.5% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 24.4% from 25 to 44, 17.5% from 45 to 64, and 17.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 78.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,566, and the median income for a family was $48,000. Males had a median income of $35,893 versus $21,875 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,470. About 3.5% of families and 4.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.7% of those under age 18 and 6.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Conway Springs USD 356 public school district.

Notable people

 * Lloyd Bishop, baseball player
 * Harvey Nininger, born in Conway Springs, 17 January 1887

title: Conway Springs, Kansas


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Hunnewell, Kansas

Hunnewell is a city in Sumner County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 44.

History
Hunnewell was founded in 1880. It was named for Boston financier and railway owner H. H. Hunnewell.

Hunnewell served as a shipping point for Texas cattle, and was a prosperous cowtown during the 1880s. The Leavenworth, Lawrence and Galveston Railroad provided quick access to the Kansas City, Kansas stockyards, and the Kansas and Southeastern Railroad was built south from Hunnewell into Oklahoma in 1898. The town in its heyday had one hotel, two general stores, one barber shop, two dance halls, and eight saloons. With little more than railroad workers and cowboys, violence was common. There were no lawmen to speak of during the 1880s in or around that area, and typically cattle rustling and other crimes were dealt with by the ranchers themselves. This culminated in the Hunnewell, Kansas Gunfight, on October 5, 1884.

A post office was opened in Hunnewell in 1880, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1960.

The railroads have still not abandoned Hunnewell; it continues to be served by the Blackwell Northern Gateway Railroad, which runs from Blackwell, Oklahoma through Hunnewell and on to connections with the BNSF at Wellington, Kansas and (via the BNSF) with the Union Pacific.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.49 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 44 people, 18 households, and 11 families in Hunnewell. The population density was 79.1 per square mile (30.6/km$2$). There were 27 housing units at an average density of 48.6 per square mile (18.7/km$2$). The racial makeup was 97.73% (43) white or European American (97.73% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 2.27% (1) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 0.0% (0) of the population.

Of the 18 households, 27.8% had children under the age of 18; 50.0% were married couples living together; 22.2% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 33.3% of households consisted of individuals and 16.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.4 and the average family size was 3.8.

18.2% of the population was under the age of 18, 4.5% from 18 to 24, 18.2% from 25 to 44, 31.8% from 45 to 64, and 27.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 175.0 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 140.0 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $101,875 (with a margin of error of +/- $95,226) and the median family income was $121,875 (+/- $41,677).

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 67 people, 26 households, and 20 families residing in the city. The population density was 136.7 PD/sqmi. There were 41 housing units at an average density of 83.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.5% White, 6.0% Native American, and 1.5% from two or more races.

There were 26 households, of which 34.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.4% were married couples living together, 11.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.1% were non-families. 19.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 2.90.

The median age in the city was 42.3 years. 28.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.9% were from 25 to 44; 35.9% were from 45 to 64; and 9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.2% male and 47.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 83 people, 24 households, and 21 families residing in the city. The population density was 173.4 PD/sqmi. There were 34 housing units at an average density of 71.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.59% White and 2.41% Native American.

There were 24 households, out of which 58.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 79.2% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 12.5% were non-families. 8.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.46 and the average family size was 3.76.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 42.2% under the age of 18, 4.8% from 18 to 24, 27.7% from 25 to 44, 19.3% from 45 to 64, and 6.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 28 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $16,875, and the median income for a family was $49,375. Males had a median income of $67,917 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,729. There were 13.3% of families and 20.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by South Haven USD 509 public school district.

title: Hunnewell, Kansas


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Mayfield, Kansas

Mayfield is a city in Sumner County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 75.

History
The first post office in Mayfield was established in 1880.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.11 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 75 people, 30 households, and 19 families in Mayfield. The population density was 253.4 per square mile (97.8/km$2$). There were 48 housing units at an average density of 162.2 per square mile (62.6/km$2$). The racial makeup was 88.0% (66) white or European American (88.0% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 12.0% (9) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 0.0% (0) of the population.

Of the 30 households, 26.7% had children under the age of 18; 53.3% were married couples living together; 23.3% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 36.7% of households consisted of individuals and 20.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.8 and the average family size was 2.6. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 12.0% of the population.

13.3% of the population was under the age of 18, 13.3% from 18 to 24, 10.7% from 25 to 44, 28.0% from 45 to 64, and 34.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 53.3 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.3 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 109.7 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median family income was $74,844 (+/- $26,651). Males had a median income of $70,313 (+/- $49,271). The median income for those above 16 years old was $38,750 (+/- $15,561). Approximately, 0.0% of families and 1.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.0% of those under the age of 18 and 3.4% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 113 people, 45 households, and 34 families residing in the city. The population density was 1027.3 PD/sqmi. There were 55 housing units at an average density of 500.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.1% White and 0.9% Asian. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8% of the population.

There were 45 households, of which 31.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.4% were married couples living together, 8.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 24.4% were non-families. 24.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the city was 42.8 years. 27.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.5% were from 25 to 44; 29.1% were from 45 to 64; and 18.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 42.5% male and 57.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 113 people, 48 households, and 39 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,081.7 PD/sqmi. There were 52 housing units at an average density of 497.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.58% White, 1.77% Asian, and 2.65% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.77% of the population.

There were 48 households, out of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.8% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.8% were non-families. 16.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.64.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.4% under the age of 18, 3.5% from 18 to 24, 28.3% from 25 to 44, 26.5% from 45 to 64, and 21.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $40,417, and the median income for a family was $45,625. Males had a median income of $41,250 versus $24,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,399. There were 7.3% of families and 4.1% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Area attractions

 * Chisholm Trail Marker

Education
The community is served by Wellington USD 353 public school district.

title: Mayfield, Kansas


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Milan, Kansas

Milan is a city in Sumner County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 56.

History
Milan was founded in 1880. It was named after Milan in Italy.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.13 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 56 people, 27 households, and 20 families in Milan. The population density was 424.2 per square mile (163.8/km$2$). There were 47 housing units at an average density of 356.1 per square mile (137.5/km$2$). The racial makeup was 83.93% (47) white or European American (83.93% non-Hispanic white), 1.79% (1) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 5.36% (3) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 8.93% (5) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 0.0% (0) of the population.

Of the 27 households, 44.4% had children under the age of 18; 51.9% were married couples living together; 3.7% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 22.2% of households consisted of individuals and 11.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 3.1. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 10.7% of the population.

28.6% of the population was under the age of 18, 1.8% from 18 to 24, 10.7% from 25 to 44, 25.0% from 45 to 64, and 33.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 52.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 80.6 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 81.8 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $76,250 (with a margin of error of +/- $45,443) and the median family income was $77,917 (+/- $46,808). Males had a median income of $41,146 (+/- $10,495) versus $36,397 (+/- $9,808) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $37,206 (+/- $11,351). Approximately, 0.0% of families and 5.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.0% of those under the age of 18 and 0.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 82 people, 36 households, and 26 families residing in the city. The population density was 630.8 PD/sqmi. There were 55 housing units at an average density of 423.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.9% White, 4.9% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.

There were 36 households, of which 27.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.1% were married couples living together, 11.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.8% were non-families. 22.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 2.65.

The median age in the city was 41 years. 22% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.8% were from 25 to 44; 25.6% were from 45 to 64; and 23.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 137 people, 51 households, and 36 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,070.1 PD/sqmi. There were 61 housing units at an average density of 476.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.35% White, 1.46% Native American, 2.19% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.19% of the population.

There were 51 households, out of which 29.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.8% were married couples living together, 13.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.5% were non-families. 21.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.69 and the average family size was 3.24.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.7% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 23.4% from 25 to 44, 27.0% from 45 to 64, and 10.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $33,750, and the median income for a family was $39,583. Males had a median income of $35,833 versus $16,964 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,236. There were 11.4% of families and 6.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 14.3% of those over 64.

Economy
As of December 2011, there are currently no businesses in Milan. Operations were suspended indefinitely at the United States Post Office on November 29, 2011. Previous businesses in Milan included a grocery store and a restaurant. Milan Grocery was open sporadically during the 1970s and 1980s. Opal's Cafe was open for business during much of the 1980s.

Education
The community is served by Argonia USD 359 public school district.

Milan High School was closed through school unification. The Milan High School mascot was Dragons.

title: Milan, Kansas


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Oxford, Kansas

Oxford is a city in Sumner County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,048.

History
Oxford was founded in 1871 at the site of a former trading post. Oxford was incorporated as a city on October 17, 1879. It was named after Oxford University, in England. The founding city officials were Ben Smith (1831–1898) the elected mayor, Joseph Sleigh (1842–1924) the elected police judge, George Walton (1820–1902) the appointed city clerk.

When Oxford was known as Napawalla, a post office had been established and Lafe Binkley (1842–1917) was postmaster. When Oxford was founded, a new post office was opened and T.E. Clark was appointed postmaster.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.83 sqmi, all of it land. It is approximately thirty miles south of Wichita.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Oxford has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 1,048 people, 444 households, and 269 families in Oxford. The population density was 1,156.7 per square mile (446.6/km$2$). There were 479 housing units at an average density of 528.7 per square mile (204.1/km$2$). The racial makeup was 88.93% (932) white or European American (85.31% non-Hispanic white), 0.86% (9) black or African-American, 0.19% (2) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.29% (3) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.95% (10) from other races, and 8.78% (92) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 6.58% (69) of the population.

Of the 444 households, 26.4% had children under the age of 18; 47.7% were married couples living together; 25.0% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 36.0% of households consisted of individuals and 17.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 3.0. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 14.9% of the population.

22.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 5.5% from 18 to 24, 20.0% from 25 to 44, 27.7% from 45 to 64, and 24.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46.9 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 107.9 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $47,875 (with a margin of error of +/- $23,030) and the median family income was $79,583 (+/- $7,399). Males had a median income of $41,875 (+/- $8,390) versus $31,220 (+/- $6,251) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $34,055 (+/- $5,476). Approximately, 6.7% of families and 13.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.1% of those under the age of 18 and 9.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,049 people, 434 households, and 292 families residing in the city. The population density was 1263.9 PD/sqmi. There were 484 housing units at an average density of 583.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.9% White, 1.0% African American, 1.1% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

There were 434 households, of which 27.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.2% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.7% were non-families. 30.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.83.

The median age in the city was 44.7 years. 21.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.1% were from 25 to 44; 29.7% were from 45 to 64; and 19.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.7% male and 51.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,173 people, 465 households, and 327 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,401.8 PD/sqmi. There were 503 housing units at an average density of 601.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.99% White, 0.09% African American, 1.71% Native American, 0.17% Asian, 0.26% from other races, and 1.79% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.28% of the population.

There were 465 households, out of which 33.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.0% were married couples living together, 11.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.5% were non-families. 28.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.95.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 26.5% from 25 to 44, 20.5% from 45 to 64, and 21.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 79.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $34,875, and the median income for a family was $42,500. Males had a median income of $36,250 versus $22,841 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,479. About 4.3% of families and 5.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.0% of those under age 18 and 1.9% of those age 65 or over.

Area attractions

 * The Old Oxford Mill, near Oxford, build in 1875

Education
The community is served by Oxford USD 358 public school district.
 * Oxford Jr/Sr High School, 515 N Water St.

Oxford High School has produced several championship sports teams recently: district champions in football, regional champions in baseball, and tournament champions in basketball. Oxford High School has also produced academic Scholar's Bowl teams that have gone to state, in which it took 2nd place in 2008 and 4th in 2014.

Notable people

 * Keitha Adams, (b1967), current Wichita State Shockers women's basketball head coach
 * Vingie Roe (1879–1958), American novelist and screenwriter

title: Oxford, Kansas


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South Haven, Kansas

South Haven is a city in Sumner County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 324.

History
South Haven was founded in 1872, and was named after South Haven, Michigan. The railroad reached South Haven in 1879.

Unlike other paired towns in Kansas that are located adjacent to one another (e.g. Newton and North Newton or Hutchinson and South Hutchinson), South Haven is about 80 miles from Haven.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.79 sqmi, all of it land.

Both the western terminus of U.S. Route 166 and the northern terminus of U.S. Route 177 are in South Haven. In addition, U.S. Route 81 passes through the city.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 363 people, 142 households, and 97 families living in the city. The population density was 459.5 PD/sqmi. There were 172 housing units at an average density of 217.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.2% White, 0.3% African American, 1.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 1.9% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.4% of the population.

There were 142 households, of which 37.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.1% were married couples living together, 9.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.7% were non-families. 29.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.56 and the average family size was 3.20.

The median age in the city was 37.3 years. 30.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.2% were from 25 to 44; 24.6% were from 45 to 64; and 12.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.4% male and 49.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 390 people, 163 households, and 99 families living in the city. The population density was 477.4 PD/sqmi. There were 182 housing units at an average density of 222.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.10% White, 1.79% Native American, 1.79% from other races, and 2.31% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.33% of the population.

There were 163 households, out of which 30.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.5% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.7% were non-families. 36.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 3.19.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.5% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 26.2% from 25 to 44, 22.6% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,932, and the median income for a family was $37,917. Males had a median income of $26,111 versus $24,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,019. About 8.3% of families and 9.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.6% of those under age 18 and 14.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by South Haven USD 509 public school district.

Notable people

 * Forest Geyer, American football player. He was elected to the College Football Hall of Fame in 1973.
 * Donald Owens, American general superintendent emeritus in the Church of the Nazarene.

title: South Haven, Kansas


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Wellington, Kansas

Wellington is a city in and the county seat of Sumner County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 7,715.

19th century
Wellington was platted in 1871 and named for the Duke of Wellington. It was designated as the Sumner County seat in 1872, winning out over Sumner City according to the Wellington library. Cattle herders coming up the Chisholm Trail helped to build the early town's economy.

The first post office in Wellington was established in July 1871.

In 1887, the Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway built a north–south branch line from Herington through Wellington to Caldwell. Creditors foreclosed on it 1891 and the railroad was taken over by Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad, which shut down in 1980 and reorganized as Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas Railroad, merged in 1988 with Missouri Pacific Railroad, merged in 1997 with Union Pacific Railroad. Most locals still refer to this railroad as the "Rock Island".

On May 27, 1892, an estimated F4 tornado struck Wellington, destroying 100 homes and 30 businesses, and killing 12 people in town.

21st century
In 2020, Wellington opened a flag design contest. After several rounds of committee and public input, Shayna Templeton's design with wheat stalks on a red, silver, and white flag was selected and revealed in 2021.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.19 sqmi, of which, 7.61 sqmi is land and 0.58 sqmi is water.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Wellington has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 7,715 people, 3,157 households, and 1,906 families in Wellington. The population density was 1,054.0 per square mile (406.9/km$2$). There were 3,671 housing units at an average density of 501.5 per square mile (193.6/km$2$). The racial makeup was 85.86% (6,624) white, 1.84% (142) black or African-American, 1.28% (99) Native American, 0.56% (43) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander, 2.61% (201) from other races, and 7.85% (606) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 7.8% (599) of the population.

Of the 3,157 households, 32.3% had children under the age of 18; 39.9% were married couples living together; 28.2% had a female householder with no husband present. 30.8% of households consisted of individuals and 17.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 3.0.

26.2% of the population was under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 21.6% from 25 to 44, 24.1% from 45 to 64, and 18.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39.8 years. For every 100 females, the population had 105.4 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 99.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $48,279 (with a margin of error of +/- $6,293) and the median family income $62,714 (+/- $5,998). Males had a median income of $36,052 (+/- $5,505) versus $25,179 (+/- $2,487) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $28,048 (+/- $3,535). Approximately, 12.0% of families and 14.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.6% of those under the age of 18 and 15.5% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 8,172 people, 3,246 households, and 2,105 families living in the city. The population density was 1073.9 PD/sqmi. There were 3,736 housing units at an average density of 490.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.0% White, 1.7% African American, 1.5% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 2.0% from other races, and 3.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.3% of the population.

There were 3,246 households, of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.0% were married couples living together, 12.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.2% were non-families. 30.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 3.03.

The median age in the city was 37.7 years. 27.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.2% were from 25 to 44; 26.1% were from 45 to 64; and 16.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.7% male and 51.3% female.

2000 census
As of the 2000 United States Census, there were 8,647 people, 3,422 households, and 2,306 families living in the city. The population density was 1,529.6 PD/sqmi. There were 3,795 housing units at an average density of 671.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.36% White, 1.71% African American, 1.24% Native American, 0.29% Asian, 0.10% Pacific Islander, 2.58% from other races, and 1.72% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.26% of the population.

There were 3,422 households, out of which 32.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.1% were married couples living together, 9.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.6% were non-families. 29.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 3.05.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.6% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 25.6% from 25 to 44, 20.9% from 45 to 64, and 16.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,410, and the median income for a family was $43,493. Males had a median income of $34,368 versus $22,254 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,790. About 8.9% of families and 11.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.6% of those under age 18 and 7.3% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
The surrounding region produced large amounts of winter wheat which was the mainstay of the local economy. Railroads, petroleum, and aircraft parts manufacturing are other important businesses.

Area events

 * Aviation Fest
 * Kansas Wheat Festival

Area attractions

 * Downtown Wellington Historic District
 * Wellington Carnegie Library
 * H.F. Smith House
 * Chisholm Trail Museum
 * Wellington Lake

Education
The community is served by Wellington USD 353 public school district.

Media
Wellington is also home to the Wellington Daily News.

Notable people

 * Ernie Barrett, Professional basketball player for the Boston Celtics.
 * Ara Bartlett, lawyer and judge. Second Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Dakota Territory.
 * Ryleigh Buck, softball player on the United States women's national baseball team at the 2015 Pan American games in Toronto, Canada.
 * David Carradine, American actor and film director lived in Wellington for around a year in the early 1980s
 * Arthur S. Champeny, United States Army officer
 * Mardie Cornejo, Major League Baseball player for the New York Mets.
 * Nate Cornejo, Major League Baseball player for the Detroit Tigers.
 * Mabel Cory Costigan, child labor law advocate, served on advisory council of the National Child Labor Committee
 * Sue Jean Covacevich, artist
 * Walter Chrysler, founder of the Chrysler Corporation
 * Todd Diacon, president of Kent State University.
 * Maurice Elder, 26th pick in the 1937 NFL Draft by the Boston Redskins.
 * Phil Ferguson, politician, US Representative from the state of Oklahoma from 1935 to 1941.
 * William M. Ferguson, 34th Kansas Attorney General
 * Neil Frank, meteorologist and former director of the National Hurricane Center
 * Gary Freeman (sculptor), artist and professor emeritus at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis.
 * Betty Glamann, born in Wellington. She was a harpist, who played with the likes of Spike Jones and Duke Ellington.
 * Loren Hibbs, Director of Baseball Operations at Wichita State University
 * Francis Heydt, Four time NCAA Champion swimmer
 * B. Everett Jordan, United States Senator from North Carolina.
 * Henry P. Larrabee, 49er, and rancher.
 * Gordon William Lillie, nicknamed Pawnee Bill, a showman who specialized in Wild West shows partner of Buffalo Bill.
 * J. C. Long, Member of the Kansas House of Representatives.
 * Joseph E. Maddy, pioneering music educator and founder of the Interlochen Arts Camp
 * Chuck Miller, pop and jazz musician
 * Minnie Minnich, American politician in the Kansas House of Representatives.
 * Jack Mitchell, All-American quarterback at the University of Oklahoma
 * Kate Pelham Newcomb, physician
 * David L. Payne, American soldier and pioneer
 * John Potucek, lawyer, member of the Kansas State Senate, and nominee for Governor of Kansas in 1946 and 1950.
 * Bill Rhiley, American politician in the Kansas House of Representatives.
 * Montie Rissell, serial killer, born in Wellington.
 * Fred Roberts (American football coach), head football coach at the University of Oklahoma.
 * Mary Bell Smith (1818-1894), farmer, educator, social reformer, and writer
 * Karl Spear, head football coach and athletic director at Baker University.
 * Vince Wetta, American politician, Kansas House of Representatives.
 * Kent Whealy, activist and journalist, co-founder of the Seed Savers Exchange.
 * Ed Willett, Major League Baseball player.
 * Logan Wright, Former president of the American Psychological Association.

title: Wellington, Kansas


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Brewster, Kansas

Brewster is a city in Thomas County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 291.

History
Brewster was named for L.D. Brewster, a railroad official. Brewster was a station and shipping point on the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad.

The first post office in Brewster was established in September 1888.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.26 sqmi, all of it land.

Climate
According to the Köppen climate classification system, Brewster has a semi-arid climate, abbreviated "BSk" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 291 people, 110 households, and 67 families in Brewster. The population density was 1,127.9 per square mile (435.5/km$2$). There were 136 housing units at an average density of 527.1 per square mile (203.5/km$2$). The racial makeup was 88.32% (257) white or European American (86.6% non-Hispanic white), 1.03% (3) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.34% (1) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 5.15% (15) from other races, and 5.15% (15) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 8.25% (24) of the population.

Of the 110 households, 32.7% had children under the age of 18; 54.5% were married couples living together; 20.9% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 36.4% of households consisted of individuals and 16.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.8 and the average family size was 2.9. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 17.5% of the population.

26.8% of the population was under the age of 18, 8.9% from 18 to 24, 26.5% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 15.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34.3 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.3 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 93.6 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $59,297 (with a margin of error of +/- $27,453) and the median family income was $72,188 (+/- $33,585). Males had a median income of $43,281 (+/- $17,672) versus $20,903 (+/- $3,119) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $40,000 (+/- $6,176). Approximately, 7.7% of families and 10.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.0% of those under the age of 18 and 27.1% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 305 people, 122 households, and 87 families residing in the city. The population density was 1173.1 PD/sqmi. There were 142 housing units at an average density of 546.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.5% White, 2.0% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 3.9% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.8% of the population.

There were 122 households, of which 33.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.6% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 28.7% were non-families. 26.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 2.97.

The median age in the city was 40.4 years. 29.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.2% were from 25 to 44; 22.6% were from 45 to 64; and 20.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.8% male and 48.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 285 people, 115 households, and 81 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,131.2 PD/sqmi. There were 136 housing units at an average density of 539.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.44% White, 2.46% from other races, and 2.11% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.56% of the population.

There were 115 households, out of which 35.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.1% were married couples living together, 3.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.7% were non-families. 26.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 3.01.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.5% under the age of 18, 3.2% from 18 to 24, 22.5% from 25 to 44, 21.4% from 45 to 64, and 23.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $34,063, and the median income for a family was $40,139. Males had a median income of $27,917 versus $24,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,562. About 7.4% of families and 11.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.7% of those under the age of eighteen and 11.7% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Brewster USD 314 public school district.

The Brewster Bulldogs have won the following Kansas State High School championships:
 * 1968 Boys Basketball - Class BB
 * 1995 Boys Basketball - Class 1A
 * 2000 Boys Basketball - Class 1A
 * 2001 Boys Basketball - Class 1A

title: Brewster, Kansas