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Colby, Kansas

Colby is a city in and the county seat of Thomas County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 5,570.

History
In 1882, a post office was established near the center of Thomas County. Area homesteaders lived under harsh conditions in sod houses, creating demand for a town to provide lumber and other provisions to incoming settlers. J.R. Colby, a local land assessor and preacher, obtained a patent to establish the town in April 1884, and land was acquired for the town site three miles north of the post office in March 1885. The following month, the Kansas Secretary of State issued the Town Charter. Kansas Gov. John Martin named Colby the county seat in 1885, and the city was incorporated in 1886. The Union Pacific Railroad reached the city in 1887, and the Rock Island Railroad followed the next year.

In 1941 the St. Thomas Hospital was built as part of the Works Progress Administration plan to build hospitals. This was one of 130 new hospitals to be built with these funds, it was one of two built in Kansas alone. Within the last couple of years, it was renovated to apartments under the name St. Thomas Historic Residences. Interstate 70 reached Colby in 1965, stimulating the growth of a local hospitality industry.

Geography
Colby lies on the south side of Prairie Dog Creek, a tributary of the Republican River, in the High Plains region of the Great Plains. A small tributary of the creek flows northeast through the town. Located at the interchange of Interstate 70 and K-25 in northwestern Kansas, Colby is 212 mi east-southeast of Denver, 232 mi northwest of Wichita, and 347 mi west of Kansas City.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.38 sqmi, all land.

Climate
Colby has a transitional climate between a humid continental climate (Köppen Dfa) and a semiarid climate (Köppen BSk) with hot summers and cold, dry winters. The hottest temperature recorded in Colby was 113 F on July 25, 1940, and 28 June 2012, while the coldest temperature recorded was -32 F on December 22, 1989.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 5,570 people, 2,199 households, and 1,331 families in Colby. The population density was 1,555.4 per square mile (600.6/km$2$). There were 2,496 housing units at an average density of 697.0 per square mile (269.1/km$2$). The racial makeup was 88.73% (4,942) white or European American (86.32% non-Hispanic white), 1.76% (98) black or African-American, 0.79% (44) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.61% (34) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 2.39% (133) from other races, and 5.73% (319) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 8.11% (452) of the population.

Of the 2,199 households, 29.7% had children under the age of 18; 45.5% were married couples living together; 27.8% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 32.9% of households consisted of individuals and 12.2% 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 2.7. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 14.2% of the population.

23.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 13.8% from 18 to 24, 24.4% from 25 to 44, 21.7% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34.6 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.5 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 113.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $62,001 (with a margin of error of +/- $7,250) and the median family income was $74,980 (+/- $13,070). Males had a median income of $45,696 (+/- $10,972) versus $28,368 (+/- $5,092) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $32,780 (+/- $3,641). Approximately, 6.3% of families and 7.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.4% of those under the age of 18 and 10.3% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 5,387 people, 2,211 households, and 1,320 families residing in the city. The population density was 1593.8 PD/sqmi. There were 2,423 housing units at an average density of 716.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.7% White, 0.7% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.0% of the population.

There were 2,211 households, of which 28.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.0% were married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.3% were non-families. 33.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.2% 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 2.89.

The median age in the city was 34.5 years. 22.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 16.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.5% were from 25 to 44; 24.2% were from 45 to 64; and 15.7% 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 5,450 people, 2,223 households, and 1,367 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,632.8 PD/sqmi. There were 2,405 housing units at an average density of 720.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.73% White, 0.64% African American, 0.39% Native American, 0.39% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 1.01% from other races, and 0.83% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.98% of the population.

There were 2,223 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.3% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.5% were non-families. 31.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.96.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.1% under the age of 18, 16.4% from 18 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 19.7% from 45 to 64, and 15.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $34,615, and the median income for a family was $45,127. Males had a median income of $34,097 versus $21,706 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,872. About 8.1% of families and 12.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.3% of those under age 18 and 9.2% of those age 65 or over.

Government
Colby has a mayor-council form of government. Elected at-large, the mayor presides over the city council and has final approval over ordinances the council passes. The mayor shares responsibility for setting policy and approving the city budget with the council. With the council's consent, the mayor appoints all members of the city boards and, if necessary, serves as the tie-breaking vote on council business. The city council consists of eight members elected by ward every four years. The city manager is hired by the council and is responsible for preparing the budget, administering day-to-day operations, and managing city government personnel.

Colleges and universities

 * Colby Community College

Primary and secondary education
The community is served by Colby USD 315 public school district, and operates four public schools in the city:
 * Colby High School (9-12).
 * Colby Middle School (5-8).
 * Colby Grade School (Grades K-4).
 * Thomas County Academy (5-9), charter school.

There are also two private schools in Colby:
 * Sacred Heart Catholic School (Pre-K-5).
 * Heartland Christian School (K-12).

Transportation
Interstate 70 runs east–west immediately south of Colby. U.S. Route 24 runs east–west through the city, intersecting K-25 which runs north–south.

Colby Municipal Airport is located on K-25 approximately 2 miles (3 km) north of the city.

Kyle Railroad operates rail via the former Rock Island Railroad which runs east–west through Colby. A Union Pacific Railroad branch line ends in Colby, entering the city from the southeast.

Media
The Colby Free Press is Colby's local newspaper, published four days a week. In addition, Colby Community College publishes a bi-weekly student newspaper, the Trojan Express.

Colby is a center of broadcast media for northwestern Kansas. One AM and four FM stations are licensed to and/or broadcast from the city. Colby is in the Wichita-Hutchinson television market, and two television stations broadcast from the city: KLBY, a satellite of the ABC affiliate in Wichita, and KWKS, a satellite of Smoky Hills Public Television in Bunker Hill, Kansas.

Points of interest
The Prairie Museum of Art and History, 1905 S. Franklin St., serves as a cultural center. The museum is a private, nonprofit museum governed by the Thomas County Historical Society. The Society was founded in 1959 to preserve the history of Thomas County, Kansas. The museum occupies a 24 acre site just north of Interstate 70, between exits 53 and 54. The Cooper Barn located at the museum complex is known as the "Largest Barn in Kansas."

Thomas County Courthouse which was constructed in 1907 by local firms Holland, JC & Squires, Frank, Crosby, and L. & Son. It is currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is at 300 N. Court in Colby. Other city buildings joining the courthouse on the National Register of Historic Places include the Colby Community High School at 750 West 3rd St. (which is now used as an elementary/junior high school), and the art-deco sand-colored Colby City Hall, which was built in the 1920s by the architecture firm Suite & Blanchard. Throughout its 80-year history, the city hall has served as a correctional facility, fire station, library and meeting hall.

Another feature of Colby is Villa High Lake. The city-made reservoir is situated on the South Side of Villa High Park, which was created in the 1960s by the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks. The park has playground equipment, picnic shelters, disc golf, and fishing.

Fike Park is located just north of City Hall at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Eighth Street. The park area was formerly known as Carp Lake. The park has gazebos, a volleyball area, horseshoe pitching pits, and tennis courts. In 1998 and 1999, over $100,000 was raised by civic groups and parents, with assistance from the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks and the City of Colby, for new playground equipment. In 2000, the tennis courts in this area were replaced and are used by Colby Community College and Unified School District #315. Colby Swimming Pool was located just south of the park, but has since been converted into a parking lot.

Pioneer Memorial Library is at 375 W. 4th St., named in honor of the pioneers who built the community.

Colby Aquatic Park was opened in 2012 at 1610 S. Franklin, featuring a lazy river, lap pool, water slides and curly slides.

The Colby Event Center opened in July 2021. The facility features two gyms, meeting room space and indoor playground. The Event Center is home to all Colby High School and Colby Community College basketball and volleyball games.

Notable people
Notable individuals who were born in and/or have lived in Colby include:

 * Mary Brooks (1907-2002), Director of the U.S. Mint
 * John Connelly (1870-1940), U.S. Representative from Kansas
 * Sheila Frahm (1945- ), U.S. Senator from Kansas, Lieutenant Governor of Kansas
 * Mike Hayden (1944- ), 41st Governor of Kansas
 * Zelma Henderson (1920-2008), school desegregation activist

 * Wayne Munn (1896-1931), professional wrestler
 * Samuel Ramey (1942- ), opera singer
 * Mark Schultz (1970- ), Contemporary Christian singer/songwriter
 * Ken Summers (1953- ), Colorado state legislator
 * John Thomas (1874-1945), U.S. Senator from Idaho
 * Carol Voisin (1947- ), Oregon politician

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Gem, Kansas

Gem is a city in Thomas County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 98.

History
Gem was a shipping point on the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad. The town was named from the Gem Ranch.

The first post office in Gem was established in 1885. It was closed in March 2014.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.33 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 98 people, 37 households, and 28 families in Gem. The population density was 293.4 per square mile (113.3/km$2$). There were 38 housing units at an average density of 113.8 per square mile (43.9/km$2$). The racial makeup was 88.78% (87) white or European American (86.73% non-Hispanic white), 1.02% (1) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 3.06% (3) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 7.14% (7) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.1% (5) of the population.

Of the 37 households, 40.5% had children under the age of 18; 62.2% were married couples living together; 18.9% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 16.2% of households consisted of individuals and 5.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.7 and the average family size was 3.1. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 8.2% of the population.

28.6% of the population was under the age of 18, 11.2% from 18 to 24, 28.6% from 25 to 44, 15.3% from 45 to 64, and 16.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.5 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 94.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $65,000 (with a margin of error of +/- $44,420) and the median family income was $80,000 (+/- $77,438). Males had a median income of $73,750 (+/- $56,867) versus $38,750 (+/- $25,098) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $55,625 (+/- $21,740). Approximately, 26.5% of families and 24.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 36.6% of those under the age of 18 and 20.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 88 people, 36 households, and 26 families residing in the city. The population density was 266.7 PD/sqmi. There were 43 housing units at an average density of 130.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 36 households, of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.3% were married couples living together, 5.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 8.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.8% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.6% 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 2.92.

The median age in the city was 37 years. 27.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 1.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 31.8% were from 25 to 44; 28.3% were from 45 to 64; and 11.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.3% male and 47.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 96 people, 39 households, and 24 families residing in the city. The population density was 294.9 PD/sqmi. There were 47 housing units at an average density of 144.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.96% White, and 1.04% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.04% of the population.

There were 39 households, out of which 30.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.8% were married couples living together, 5.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.9% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 3.24.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.2% under the age of 18, 13.5% from 18 to 24, 25.0% from 25 to 44, 26.0% from 45 to 64, and 6.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 128.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 134.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $38,500, and the median income for a family was $45,417. Males had a median income of $26,875 versus $21,875 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,805. There were no families and 8.1% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Cemetery
The Gem Cemetery is on the west side of the city. Situated in the middle of the cemetery is a fenced-in area containing the headstones of the once-prominent Houston family. This family was rich in past years, when Gem was larger than it is now, but even their house has since been removed from the city.

Education
The community is served by Colby USD 315 public school district.

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Menlo, Kansas

Menlo is a city in Thomas County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 33.

History
Menlo was located on the Union Pacific Railroad as it existed at the time. The rail line subsequently moved south, and the tracks through Menlo have been removed.

A post office was opened in Menlo in 1888, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1992.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.12 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 33 people, 15 households, and 15 families in Menlo. The population density was 282.1 per square mile (108.9/km$2$). There were 15 housing units at an average density of 128.2 per square mile (49.5/km$2$). The racial makeup was 96.97% (32) white or European American (96.97% 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 3.03% (1) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 3.03% (1) of the population.

Of the 15 households, 46.7% had children under the age of 18; 80.0% were married couples living together; 13.3% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 0.0% of households consisted of individuals and 0.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.7 and the average family size was 3.7.

24.2% of the population was under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 15.2% from 25 to 44, 45.5% from 45 to 64, and 9.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 73.7 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 66.7 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $83,333 (with a margin of error of +/- $34,034) and the median family income was $83,333 (+/- $34,034). Males had a median income of $41,875 (+/- $34,679). The median income for those above 16 years old was $36,000 (+/- $10,786).

2010 census
According to the 2010 census, there were 61 people, 18 households, and 15 families residing in the city. The population density was 508.3 PD/sqmi. There were 22 housing units at an average density of 183.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.4% White and 1.6% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.6% of the population.

There were 18 households, of which 44.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 77.8% were married couples living together, 5.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 16.7% were non-families. 16.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.39 and the average family size was 3.80.

The median age in the city was 26.5 years. 36.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 32.8% were from 25 to 44; 18% were from 45 to 64; and 4.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.9% male and 54.1% female.

2000 census
According to the 2000 census, there were 57 people, 22 households, and 11 families residing in the city. The population density was 495.2 PD/sqmi. There were 23 housing units at an average density of 199.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.25% White, and 1.75% from two or more races.

There were 22 households, out of which 40.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.5% were married couples living together, and 45.5% were non-families. 40.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 3.83.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 35.1% under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 28.1% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 7.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 29 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $16,250, and the median income for a family was $27,500. Males had a median income of $26,071 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $9,475. There were 25.0% of families and 17.6% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Education
School unification consolidated Menlo, Rexford and Selden schools forming USD 316 Golden Plains. The Golden Plains High School mascot is Bulldogs.

Menlo High School was closed through school unification. The Menlo High School mascot was Menlo Tigers.

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Rexford, Kansas

Rexford is a city in Thomas County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 197.

History
Rexford was founded in approximately 1887. It was named in honor of a member of the Rexford family who died in a fire that engulfed the family home. They were some of the first settlers in the area and had been there for years.

The first post office in Rexford was established in August 1888.

Geography
Rexford is located along U.S. Route 83 about 20 miles north of Interstate 70. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.26 sqmi, all of it land.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. The region has occasional, significant blizzards when the entire area can be without electricity. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Rexford has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 197 people, 84 households, and 54 families in Rexford. The population density was 754.8 per square mile (291.4/km$2$). There were 106 housing units at an average density of 406.1 per square mile (156.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 73.1% (144) white or European American (52.79% non-Hispanic white), 0.51% (1) black or African-American, 0.51% (1) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 11.17% (22) from other races, and 14.72% (29) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 40.61% (80) of the population.

Of the 84 households, 28.6% had children under the age of 18; 36.9% were married couples living together; 25.0% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 26.2% 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 2.0 and the average family size was 3.3. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 11.7% of the population.

25.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 23.9% from 45 to 64, and 15.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36.9 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.6 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 90.9 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $46,250 (with a margin of error of +/- $39,691) and the median family income was $73,750 (+/- $44,780). Males had a median income of $46,932 (+/- $24,573). The median income for those above 16 years old was $45,114 (+/- $11,536). Approximately, 24.3% of families and 19.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 37.8% of those under the age of 18 and 0.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
According to the 2010 census, there were 232 people, 84 households, and 52 families residing in the city. The population density was 892.3 PD/sqmi. There were 104 housing units at an average density of 400.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 74.1% White, 0.4% African American, 0.4% Native American, 23.3% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 26.3% of the population.

There were 84 households, of which 47.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.1% were non-families. 31.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.76 and the average family size was 3.71.

The median age in the city was 31.5 years. 36.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.6% were from 25 to 44; 15.5% were from 45 to 64; and 14.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

2000 census
According to the 2000 census, there were 157 people, 78 households, and 41 families residing in the city. The population density was 602.7 PD/sqmi. There were 105 housing units at an average density of 403.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.91% of the population.

There were 78 households, out of which 23.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.4% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 46.2% were non-families. 44.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.01 and the average family size was 2.74.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 3.2% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 21.7% from 45 to 64, and 26.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $40,156, and the median income for a family was $39,688. Males had a median income of $34,375 versus $24,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,301. About 4.7% of families and 2.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.6% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

Education
School unification consolidated Menlo, Rexford and Selden schools forming USD 316 Golden Plains. Golden Plains High School is located in Rexford. The Golden Plains High School mascot is the Bulldog.

Rexford High School was closed through school unification. The Rexford High School mascot was also the Bulldog. Golden Plains High School won the 1985 Class 1A Boys Basketball State Championship. That team has been enshrined in the KSHSAA Hall of Fame.

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Collyer, Kansas

Collyer is a city in Trego County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 97. It is located approximately 12 miles west of WaKeeney.

History
The first settlement was made at Collyer in 1879. Collyer was named for Rev. Robert Collyer.

Geography
Collyer is located at 39.03694°N, -100.1175°W (39.036947, -100.117451). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.25 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, Collyer has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 97 people, 45 households, and 31 families in Collyer. The population density was 414.5 per square mile (160.1/km$2$). There were 60 housing units at an average density of 256.4 per square mile (99.0/km$2$). The racial makeup was 93.81% (91) white or European American (90.72% non-Hispanic white), 1.03% (1) black or African-American, 1.03% (1) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 4.12% (4) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.15% (5) of the population.

Of the 45 households, 31.1% had children under the age of 18; 53.3% were married couples living together; 17.8% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 26.7% of households consisted of individuals and 13.3% 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 2.5. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 7.2% of the population.

19.6% of the population was under the age of 18, 16.5% from 18 to 24, 16.5% from 25 to 44, 28.9% from 45 to 64, and 18.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.0 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 81.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $43,750 (with a margin of error of +/- $20,687). The median income for those above 16 years old was $31,000 (+/- $6,105). Approximately, 4.0% of families and 10.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.0% of those under the age of 18 and 16.7% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 109 people, 49 households, and 34 families residing in the city. The population density was 436.0 PD/sqmi. There were 77 housing units at an average density of 308.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.

There were 49 households, of which 16.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.1% were married couples living together, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.6% were non-families. 26.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 2.71.

The median age in the city was 47.8 years. 12.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 12.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.1% were from 25 to 44; 32.1% were from 45 to 64; and 22% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.2% male and 46.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 133 people, 59 households, and 35 families residing in the city. The population density was 531.1 PD/sqmi. There were 67 housing units at an average density of 267.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.74% White and 2.26% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.75% of the population.

There were 59 households, out of which 28.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 3.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.0% were non-families. 37.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.97.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.3% under the age of 18, 1.5% from 18 to 24, 33.1% from 25 to 44, 18.0% 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 114.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,167, and the median income for a family was $35,313. Males had a median income of $27,708 versus $20,833 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,346. There were 25.8% of families and 19.4% of the population living below the poverty line, including 9.3% of under eighteens and 30.0% of those over 64.

Education
Collyer High School closed in 1966. The Collyer High School mascot was Collyer Wildcats.

title: Collyer, Kansas


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WaKeeney, Kansas

WaKeeney is a city in and the county seat of Trego County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,799.

History
James Keeney, a land speculator in Chicago, purchased land at the site of modern-day WaKeeney from the Kansas Pacific Railway in 1877. He and business partner Albert Warren formed Warren, Keeney, & Co., surveyed and plotted the site in 1878, and established a colony there in 1879. They named the colony WaKeeney, a portmanteau of their surnames, and billed it as "The Queen City of the High Plains", advertising and holding celebrations to attract settlers. The colony grew rapidly, but crop failures drove settlers to leave in 1880 as quickly as they had come. By 1882, all that was left were "five poorly patronized retail stores". Years later, Volga Germans began settling the area.

WaKeeney became the county seat in June 1879 and was incorporated as a city in 1880.

Geography
WaKeeney is located at 39.02447°N, -99.88197°W (39.024467, -99.881972) at an elevation of 2,447 feet (746 m). Located in northwestern Kansas at the intersection of Interstate 70 and U.S. Route 283, it is 162 mi northwest of Wichita, 281 mi east-southeast of Denver, and 284 mi west of Kansas City.

WaKeeney lies in the High Plains region of the Great Plains approximately 2 mi north of Big Creek, a tributary of the Smoky Hill River. A small tributary of Big Creek flows south from near the center of the city.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.71 sqmi, all of it land.

Climate
WaKeeney has a humid continental climate (Köppen Dfa), experiencing hot, humid summers and cold, dry winters. On average, January is the coolest month, and July is both the warmest month and the wettest month. The hottest temperature recorded in was 115 F on July 24, 1936, while the coldest temperature recorded was -25 F on January 12, 1912 and December 22, 1989.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 1,799 people, 837 households, and 482 families in WaKeeney. The population density was 1,009.0 per square mile (389.6/km$2$). There were 1,004 housing units at an average density of 563.1 per square mile (217.4/km$2$). The racial makeup was 93.55% (1,683) white or European American (93.05% non-Hispanic white), 0.17% (3) black or African-American, 0.11% (2) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.56% (10) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.39% (7) from other races, and 5.23% (94) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 2.5% (45) of the population.

Of the 837 households, 22.2% had children under the age of 18; 44.8% were married couples living together; 29.6% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 38.2% of households consisted of individuals and 19.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.0 and the average family size was 2.4. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 15.9% of the population.

21.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 21.0% from 25 to 44, 27.9% from 45 to 64, and 24.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47.4 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.1 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 112.3 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $54,805 (with a margin of error of +/- $7,551) and the median family income was $78,125 (+/- $17,778). Males had a median income of $44,231 (+/- $9,782) versus $27,482 (+/- $4,438) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $32,172 (+/- $5,427). Approximately, 7.5% of families and 6.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.8% of those under the age of 18 and 0.5% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,862 people, 864 households, and 500 families residing in the city. The population density was 1088.9 PD/sqmi. There were 988 housing units at an average density of 577.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.9% White, 0.5% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.9% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.6% of the population.

There were 864 households, of which 23.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.6% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 42.1% were non-families. 36.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.09 and the average family size was 2.73.

The median age in the city was 48.8 years. 20% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.9% were from 25 to 44; 30.3% were from 45 to 64; and 25.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.5% male and 51.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,924 people, 882 households, and 539 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,124.8 PD/sqmi. There were 1,023 housing units at an average density of 598.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.14% White, 0.05% African American, 0.47% Native American, 0.78% Asian, 0.10% Pacific Islander, and 1.46% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.57% of the population.

There were 882 households, out of which 25.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.0% were married couples living together, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.8% were non-families. 36.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.8% 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 2.80.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.9% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 23.5% from 25 to 44, 21.9% from 45 to 64, and 26.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 79.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,945, and the median income for a family was $40,547. Males had a median income of $26,292 versus $16,435 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,596. About 6.3% of families and 8.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.3% of those under age 18 and 10.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by WaKeeney USD 208 public school district, which primary and secondary education with two schools in WaKeeney: Trego Grade School (Grades Pre-K-8) and Trego Community High School (9-12).

The Trego Golden Eagles won the Kansas State High School boys class 2A Track & Field championship in 1977 and the boys class 3A Track & Field championship in 1997.

Transportation
Interstate 70 and U.S. Route 40 run concurrently southeast-northwest immediately south of WaKeeney, intersecting U.S. Route 283 which runs north–south through the city. U.S. 283 runs east–west for one mile in downtown WaKeeney, concurrent with U.S. Route 40 Business and the old alignment of U.S. 40.

Trego WaKeeney Airport is located on the west side of U.S. 283 immediately south of I-70. Publicly owned, it has one concrete runway and is used for general aviation.

Union Pacific Railroad operates one freight rail line, the Kansas Pacific (KP) line, through WaKeeney. It runs east–west through the city.

Media
The local newspaper published in WaKeeney is the weekly Western Kansas World.

K231BG, a translator of radio station KJIL in Copeland, Kansas, broadcasts from WaKeeney on 94.1 FM playing a Contemporary Christian format.

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

Events
Since 1950, WaKeeney has hosted an ornate civic Christmas lighting display, which now includes over 6,000 lights and a 35-foot man-made Christmas tree in the center of town. The tree is ceremonially lit the Saturday night after Thanksgiving through New Years Day.

Points of interest
The train depot, built in 1879 with Saline River and Big Creek limestone, was the first major building in the town. It was inaugurated on July 4 of that year, with officials from Warren, Keeney and the Kansas governor in attendance. Union Pacific later acquired the depot and used it until the 1930s. The Opera House was the next major building, completed in 1884 with ceiling murals, a Rochester electric brass chandelier, and seating for 400. It was destroyed by fire the following year.

The Trego County Courthouse, constructed of Trego County hard stone and Manhattan stone, was designed by Topeka architect George R. Ropes in the Queen Anne style, with a 100-ft cupola and European tin roof which lasted until 1952. The courthouse is still in use, although the basement jail, with unusual flat bars, was closed in 1976. The building appeared in several scenes in the 1974 film Paper Moon.

Notable people
Notable individuals who were born in and/or have lived in WaKeeney include:
 * Charles Harris Garrigues (1903-1974), journalist
 * Steve Gotsche (1961- ), PGA Tour and Nationwide Tour golfer
 * Andrew J. Harlan (1815-1907), U.S. Representative from Indiana
 * Frank Mechau (1904-1946), painter
 * Mike Schreiner (1969- ), Leader of Ontario Green Party; Member of the Ontario Legislative Assembly
 * Orrin Upshaw (1874-1937), U.S. Olympic tug of war athlete

title: WaKeeney, Kansas


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Alma, Kansas

Alma is a city in and the county seat of Wabaunsee County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 802.

19th century
For millennia, the land now known as Kansas was inhabited by Native Americans. In 1803, most of modern Kansas was secured by the United States as part of the Louisiana Purchase. In 1854, the Kansas Territory was organized, then in 1861 Kansas became the 34th U.S. state. In 1859, Wabaunsee County was founded.

The first house was built at Alma in 1867.

In 1887, the Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway built a main line from Topeka through Alma to Herington. The Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway was foreclosed in 1891 and taken over by Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway, which shut down in 1980. This line of the former Rock Island Railroad was sold to the Southern Pacific Railroad and later merged into the Union Pacific that operates and owns the line today. Most locals still refer to this railroad as the "Rock Island".

The city was named after either the city of Alma, Germany, or for a stream in the Ukraine.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.59 sqmi, of which, 0.58 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

Demographics
Alma is part of the Topeka, Kansas Metropolitan Statistical Area.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 802 people, 324 households, and 199 families in Alma. The population density was 1,370.9 per square mile (529.3/km$2$). There were 357 housing units at an average density of 610.3 per square mile (235.6/km$2$). The racial makeup was 90.65% (727) white or European American (88.9% non-Hispanic white), 0.12% (1) black or African-American, 0.25% (2) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.5% (4) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.75% (6) from other races, and 7.73% (62) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 6.23% (50) of the population.

Of the 324 households, 25.9% had children under the age of 18; 49.7% were married couples living together; 25.6% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 33.0% of households consisted of individuals and 17.6% 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 14.3% of the population.

24.1% of the population was under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 21.8% from 25 to 44, 25.1% from 45 to 64, and 22.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42.4 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.6 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 111.5 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $56,667 (with a margin of error of +/- $17,369) and the median family income was $76,250 (+/- $10,537). Males had a median income of $38,214 (+/- $9,356) versus $31,458 (+/- $5,790) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $33,700 (+/- $7,145). Approximately, 3.0% of families and 5.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.3% of those under the age of 18 and 4.9% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 832 people, 342 households, and 212 families residing in the city. The population density was 1434.5 PD/sqmi. There were 381 housing units at an average density of 656.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.4% White, 0.1% African American, 1.0% Native American, 0.2% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.7% of the population.

There were 342 households, of which 30.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.5% 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 38.0% were non-families. 34.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.5% 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 3.03.

The median age in the city was 42.7 years. 24.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.2% were from 25 to 44; 26.2% were from 45 to 64; and 21.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.8% male and 53.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 797 people, 315 households, and 208 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,410.3 PD/sqmi. There were 354 housing units at an average density of 626.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.86% White, 0.63% African American, 0.25% Native American, 0.63% from other races, and 1.63% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.26% of the population.

There were 315 households, out of which 28.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.6% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.7% were non-families. 31.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.5% 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 2.94.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.3% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 23.5% from 25 to 44, 22.1% from 45 to 64, and 23.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $38,333, and the median income for a family was $46,339. Males had a median income of $31,750 versus $21,094 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,245. About 4.7% of families and 4.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.0% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Wabaunsee USD 329 public school district. USD 329 was formed by school unification that consolidated Alma, Maple Hill, McFarland, and Paxico. Wabaunsee High School is located in Alma. The Wabaunsee High School mascot is Wabaunsee Chargers.

Alma High School was closed through school unification. The Alma High School mascot was Blue Devils.

Area events

 * Hot Alma Nights is held on the third Saturday in August.

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Alta Vista, Kansas

Alta Vista is a city in Wabaunsee County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 409.

History
Alta Vista was founded in 1887, and it was incorporated as a city in 1905. Alta Vista is derived from the Spanish word for "high view", and the city was so named from its lofty elevation.

In 1887, the Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway built a main line from Topeka through Alta Vista to Herington. The Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway was foreclosed in 1891 and 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".

The first post office in Alta Vista was established in March 1887.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.36 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, Alta Vista has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Demographics
Alta Vista is part of the Topeka, Kansas Metropolitan Statistical Area.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 409 people, 182 households, and 116 families in Alta Vista. The population density was 1,171.9 per square mile (452.5/km$2$). There were 202 housing units at an average density of 578.8 per square mile (223.5/km$2$). The racial makeup was 92.91% (380) white or European American (90.71% non-Hispanic white), 0.73% (3) black or African-American, 1.22% (5) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.47% (6) from other races, and 3.67% (15) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.4% (18) of the population.

Of the 182 households, 28.0% had children under the age of 18; 51.6% were married couples living together; 23.6% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 30.8% of households consisted of individuals and 15.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.1 and the average family size was 2.6. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 8.3% of the population.

23.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 23.0% from 45 to 64, and 20.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37.9 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.5 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 104.6 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $39,205 (with a margin of error of +/- $6,168) and the median family income was $48,750 (+/- $23,089). Males had a median income of $31,442 (+/- $6,656) versus $30,417 (+/- $8,760) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $31,023 (+/- $5,440). Approximately, 12.3% of families and 23.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 38.1% of those under the age of 18 and 21.3% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 444 people, 189 households, and 128 families residing in the city. The population density was 1233.3 PD/sqmi. There were 211 housing units at an average density of 586.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.3% of the population.

There were 189 households, of which 32.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.9% were married couples living together, 10.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.3% were non-families. 28.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.5% 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 2.80.

The median age in the city was 41.5 years. 25% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.4% were from 25 to 44; 29.7% were from 45 to 64; and 15.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.3% male and 47.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 442 people, 190 households, and 126 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,242.1 PD/sqmi. There were 216 housing units at an average density of 607.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.29% White, 1.36% Native American, 0.68% Pacific Islander, and 0.68% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.07% of the population.

There were 190 households, out of which 30.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.1% were married couples living together, 10.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 31.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.90.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.0% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 25.3% from 25 to 44, 27.4% from 45 to 64, and 15.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 113.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,159, and the median income for a family was $38,542. Males had a median income of $29,167 versus $20,833 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,885. About 8.0% of families and 9.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.5% of those under age 18 and 11.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Morris County USD 417 public school district.

Alta Vista High School was closed through school unification. The Alta Vista High School mascot was Bulldogs.

Transportation
Alta Vista is served by the Union Pacific Railroad, formerly the Southern Pacific, and prior, the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad. Alta Vista is located on UP's Golden State main line to El Paso, Texas. The line was originally built by the Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railroad.

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Eskridge, Kansas

Eskridge is a city in Wabaunsee County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 439.

History
Eskridge was laid out in 1868. The town experienced growth in 1880 when the railroad was built through it.

Eskridge is named for Charles V. Eskridge, an Emporia, Kansas, journalist and politician. Colonel Ephraim Sanford, the founder of the town company allowed Eskridge to buy the first lot and have the town named after him. Eskridge served in both houses of the legislature and was elected as lieutenant governor under Governor James M. Harvey in 1869.

In 1943, German and Italian prisoners of World War II were brought to Kansas and other Midwest states as a means of solving the labor shortage caused by American men serving in the war effort. Large internment camps were established in Kansas: Camp Concordia, Camp Funston (at Fort Riley), Camp Phillips (at Salina under Fort Riley). Fort Riley established 12 smaller branch camps, including one west of Eskridge at Lake Wabaunsee.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.52 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, Eskridge has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Demographics
Eskridge is part of the Topeka, Kansas Metropolitan Statistical Area.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 439 people, 179 households, and 107 families in Eskridge. The population density was 849.1 per square mile (327.8/km$2$). There were 214 housing units at an average density of 413.9 per square mile (159.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 94.53% (415) white or European American (93.62% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.23% (1) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.23% (1) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.46% (2) from other races, and 4.56% (20) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 2.05% (9) of the population.

Of the 179 households, 23.5% had children under the age of 18; 43.0% were married couples living together; 32.4% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 34.1% of households consisted of individuals and 14.5% 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 2.8. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 7.3% of the population.

18.7% of the population was under the age of 18, 4.6% from 18 to 24, 16.4% from 25 to 44, 32.3% from 45 to 64, and 28.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 54.3 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.4 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 112.5 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $39,375 (with a margin of error of +/- $10,499) and the median family income was $62,778 (+/- $33,012). Males had a median income of $31,250 (+/- $11,141). The median income for those above 16 years old was $26,181 (+/- $6,103). Approximately, 9.5% of families and 16.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.3% of those under the age of 18 and 6.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 534 people, 187 households, and 124 families residing in the city. The population density was 1026.9 PD/sqmi. There were 233 housing units at an average density of 448.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.6% White, 1.1% African American, 0.2% Asian, 0.4% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.

There were 187 households, of which 32.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.3% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.7% were non-families. 26.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 3.08.

The median age in the city was 42.7 years. 24% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.6% were from 25 to 44; 31.3% were from 45 to 64; and 16.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.1% male and 51.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 589 people, 212 households, and 146 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,145.2 PD/sqmi. There were 238 housing units at an average density of 462.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.28% White, 1.02% African American, 0.68% Native American, 0.34% Asian, 0.34% from other races, and 0.34% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.36% of the population.

There were 212 households, out of which 31.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.8% were married couples living together, 9.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.1% were non-families. 27.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.7% 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 3.01.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 24.8% from 45 to 64, and 19.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $43,125. Males had a median income of $29,688 versus $18,125 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,629. About 7.7% of families and 13.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.4% of those under age 18 and 23.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Mission Valley USD 330 public school district, which was created by school unification when Eskridge / Harveyville / Dover schools consolidated. Mission Valley High School is located approximately 6 miles northeast of Eskridge, and its mascot is Mission Valley Vikings.

Eskridge High School was closed through school unification. Its last class graduated in 1971. The Eskridge High School mascot was Eskridge Dragons.

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Harveyville, Kansas

Harveyville is a city in Wabaunsee County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 178. It is located 8.5 mi northwest of the city of Burlingame.

History
Harveyville was founded in 1880. It was named for Henry Harvey, a missionary to the Shawnee Indians and early settlers at the town site. Harveyville was incorporated as a city in 1905.

2012 Tornado
On February 28, 2012, around 9:02 pm, an EF-2 tornado caused damage to Harveyville. Approximately 40 percent of Harveyville's buildings had significant damage and one of the town's two churches was completely destroyed. Preliminary damage assessments in Harveyville listed 28 homes as not livable with 36 sustaining moderate damage, six with minor damage and one commercial building damaged. Twelve people were injured and one death, but no missing people. The National Weather Service determined the tornado was on the ground for 4 minutes and had a maximum width of 150 yard. It touched down about 1 mi southwest of Harveyville and ended 4 mi northeast.

Geography
Harveyville is located in the Osage Cuestas of the Great Plains.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.13 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, Harveyville has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Demographics
Harveyville is part of the Topeka, Kansas Metropolitan Statistical Area.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 178 people, 82 households, and 47 families in Harveyville. The population density was 1,401.6 per square mile (541.1/km$2$). There were 94 housing units at an average density of 740.2 per square mile (285.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 90.45% (161) white or European American (88.2% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 1.12% (2) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.56% (1) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 7.87% (14) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.06% (9) of the population.

Of the 82 households, 20.7% had children under the age of 18; 50.0% were married couples living together; 23.2% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 41.5% of households consisted of individuals and 15.9% 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 21.3% of the population.

19.7% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.3% from 18 to 24, 15.7% from 25 to 44, 36.0% from 45 to 64, and 21.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50.3 years. For every 100 females, there were 81.6 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 78.8 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $57,292 (with a margin of error of +/- $18,037) and the median family income was $71,875 (+/- $17,216). Males had a median income of $21,917 (+/- $6,408) versus $52,000 (+/- $20,605) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $29,688 (+/- $11,007). Approximately, 8.1% of families and 7.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.9% of those under the age of 18 and 16.2% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 236 people, 93 households, and 66 families residing in the city. The population density was 1815.4 PD/sqmi. There were 106 housing units at an average density of 815.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.3% White, 1.3% Native American, 1.7% Asian, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.1% of the population.

There were 93 households, of which 40.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.1% were married couples living together, 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.0% were non-families. 25.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 2.98.

The median age in the city was 40 years. 25.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.8% were from 25 to 44; 33.1% were from 45 to 64; and 11.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.3% male and 48.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 267 people, 100 households, and 77 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,943.4 PD/sqmi. There were 109 housing units at an average density of 793.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.38% White, 0.75% Native American, 1.12% Asian, 0.37% from other races, and 0.37% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.12% of the population.

There were 100 households, out of which 42.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.0% were married couples living together, 6.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.0% were non-families. 20.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.0% 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 3.05.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.0% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 31.1% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 12.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 120.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,250, and the median income for a family was $35,250. Males had a median income of $28,125 versus $18,125 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,688. About 14.5% of families and 19.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.0% of those under the age of eighteen and 5.0% of those 65 or over.

Area attractions
Harveyville is home to the Harveyville Project, an Artist Residency and Sculpture Garden.

Government
The Harveyville government consists of a mayor and five council members. The council meets on the 1st Monday of each month at 7 pm.

Education
The community is served by Mission Valley USD 330 public school district, which was created by school unification when Eskridge / Harveyville / Dover schools consolidated. Mission Valley High School is located approximately 8 miles northwest of Harveyville, and its mascot is Mission Valley Vikings.

Harveyville High School was closed through school unification in 1970. The Harveyville Yellow Jackets won the Kansas State High School boys class BB Indoor Track & Field championship in 1966.

Transportation
Highway K-31 passes along the south edge of Harveyville. Though the city is a couple of miles northwest of the Kansas Turnpike, the nearest exit is located much farther southwest along U.S. Route 56 in Lyon County.

In popular culture
Harveyville is also the setting of the Depression era novel, "The Persian Pickle Club" by Sandra Dallas published in 1995 by St. Martin's Griffin.

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Maple Hill, Kansas

Maple Hill is a city in Wabaunsee County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 631.

History
Maple Hill was founded about 1882. It was named from a grove of maple trees growing upon an elevation.

In 1887, the Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway built a main line from Topeka through Maple Hill to Herington.

Three fires erupted in Maple Hill between 1900 and 1901.

The Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway was foreclosed in 1891 and 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".

Geography
Maple Hill is located at 39.08417°N, -96.02694°W (39.084041, -96.027071). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.25 sqmi, all of it land.

Demographics
Maple Hill is part of the Topeka, Kansas Metropolitan Statistical Area.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 631 people, 207 households, and 145 families in Maple Hill. The population density was 2,596.7 per square mile (1,002.6/km$2$). There were 219 housing units at an average density of 901.2 per square mile (348.0/km$2$). The racial makeup was 87.96% (555) white or European American (86.69% non-Hispanic white), 0.95% (6) black or African-American, 0.95% (6) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.63% (4) from other races, and 9.51% (60) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 6.34% (40) of the population.

Of the 207 households, 42.0% had children under the age of 18; 59.9% were married couples living together; 20.8% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 25.6% of households consisted of individuals and 15.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.9 and the average family size was 3.5. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 10.6% of the population.

36.3% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 23.0% from 25 to 44, 19.3% from 45 to 64, and 14.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30.2 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.6 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 108.3 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $76,875 (with a margin of error of +/- $13,095) and the median family income was $84,464 (+/- $11,796). Males had a median income of $44,375 (+/- $10,003) versus $29,688 (+/- $6,678) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $36,389 (+/- $9,640). Approximately, 3.4% of families and 4.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.4% of those under the age of 18 and 11.1% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 620 people, 210 households, and 152 families residing in the city. The population density was 2480.0 PD/sqmi. There were 217 housing units at an average density of 868.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.8% White, 0.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 3.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.9% of the population.

There were 210 households, of which 43.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.5% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.6% were non-families. 23.8% 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 2.95 and the average family size was 3.62.

The median age in the city was 30.8 years. 38.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.3% were from 25 to 44; 19.2% were from 45 to 64; and 11.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.5% male and 50.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 469 people, 182 households, and 133 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,880.6 PD/sqmi. There were 187 housing units at an average density of 749.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.80% White, 1.49% African American, 0.21% Native American, and 1.49% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.07% of the population.

There were 182 households, out of which 35.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.2% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.4% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.5% 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 3.04.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.0% under the age of 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 31.3% from 25 to 44, 19.4% from 45 to 64, and 15.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $46,875, and the median income for a family was $53,393. Males had a median income of $38,750 versus $26,667 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,048. About 9.3% of families and 6.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.5% of those under age 18 and 11.6% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Wabaunsee USD 329 public school district. USD 329 was formed by school unification that consolidated Alma, Maple Hill, McFarland, and Paxico. Wabaunsee High School is located in Alma. The Wabaunsee High School mascot is Wabaunsee Chargers.

Maple Hill High School was closed through school unification.

Notable people

 * Joseph Norman Dolley, Kansas banking commissioner who promoted the nation's first state blue sky law, which Kansas passed in 1911.

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McFarland, Kansas

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

History
McFarland was established in June 1887 by S.H. Fairfield. It was named after J. N. McFarland, a Topeka, Kansas judge and member of the town company.

In 1887, the Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway built a main line from Topeka through McFarland to Herington. The Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway was foreclosed in 1891 and 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".

Circa 1910, over 30 passenger trains per day passed through McFarland.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.19 sqmi, of which, 0.18 sqmi is land and 0.01 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, McFarland has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Demographics
McFarland is part of the Topeka, Kansas Metropolitan Statistical Area.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 272 people, 100 households, and 68 families in McFarland. The population density was 1,528.1 per square mile (590.0/km$2$). There were 121 housing units at an average density of 679.8 per square mile (262.5/km$2$). The racial makeup was 91.18% (248) white or European American (87.13% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.37% (1) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.74% (2) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.37% (1) from other races, and 7.35% (20) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 6.25% (17) of the population.

Of the 100 households, 35.0% had children under the age of 18; 46.0% were married couples living together; 19.0% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 22.0% of households consisted of individuals and 14.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.0 and the average family size was 3.5. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 11.4% of the population.

29.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 11.4% from 18 to 24, 23.2% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.6 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 95.9 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $54,479 (with a margin of error of +/- $23,605) and the median family income was $61,667 (+/- $26,029). Males had a median income of $34,500 (+/- $14,742) versus $16,701 (+/- $4,197) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $24,625 (+/- $12,791). Approximately, 3.3% of families and 3.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.3% of those under the age of 18 and 3.3% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 256 people, 110 households, and 68 families residing in the city. The population density was 1422.2 PD/sqmi. There were 123 housing units at an average density of 683.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.7% White, 0.4% Native American, 0.8% from other races, and 3.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.7% of the population.

There were 110 households, of which 30.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.2% were non-families. 31.8% 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 2.33 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the city was 40.5 years. 21.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.3% were from 25 to 44; 30.5% were from 45 to 64; and 14.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 54.3% male and 45.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 271 people, 105 households, and 72 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,525.6 PD/sqmi. There were 115 housing units at an average density of 647.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.15% White, 0.37% African American, and 1.48% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.11% of the population.

There were 105 households, out of which 35.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.3% were married couples living together, 7.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.5% were non-families. 22.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.7% 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 3.05.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 31.0% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 30.3% from 25 to 44, 20.7% from 45 to 64, and 12.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,250, and the median income for a family was $45,250. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $23,173 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,419. About 7.1% of families and 11.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.9% of those under the age of eighteen and 11.5% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Wabaunsee USD 329 public school district. USD 329 was formed by school unification that consolidated Alma, Maple Hill, McFarland, and Paxico.

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Paxico, Kansas

Paxico is a city in Wabaunsee County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 210.

History
Paxico was originally called Strong Mill, and under this former name was established in 1879 about one mile east of the present town site. A post office was set up and named Paxico, in honor of the Potawatomi medicine man Pashqua. When the railroad was built though the area in 1886, the town moved in order to be alongside it.

In 1887, the Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway built a main line from Topeka through Paxico to Herington. The Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway was foreclosed in 1891 and 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".

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.14 sqmi, all of it land.

Demographics
Paxico is part of the Topeka Metropolitan Statistical Area.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 210 people, 81 households, and 55 families in Paxico. The population density was 1,448.3 per square mile (559.2/km$2$). There were 89 housing units at an average density of 613.8 per square mile (237.0/km$2$). The racial makeup was 86.67% (182) white or European American (84.76% non-Hispanic white), 0.48% (1) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 2.86% (6) from other races, and 10.0% (21) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 8.57% (18) of the population.

Of the 81 households, 37.0% had children under the age of 18; 50.6% were married couples living together; 25.9% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 23.5% of households consisted of individuals and 12.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.5 and the average family size was 3.3. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 21.4% of the population.

25.2% of the population was under the age of 18, 11.9% from 18 to 24, 17.6% from 25 to 44, 27.1% from 45 to 64, and 18.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40.7 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 109.3 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $35,000 (with a margin of error of +/- $11,935) and the median family income was $46,667 (+/- $30,062). Females had a median income of $20,278 (+/- $9,260). The median income for those above 16 years old was $25,469 (+/- $2,629). Approximately, 3.2% of families and 7.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.3% of those under the age of 18 and 3.5% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 221 people, 85 households, and 58 families residing in the city. The population density was 1578.6 PD/sqmi. There were 93 housing units at an average density of 664.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.0% White, 1.8% African American, 0.5% Native American, and 6.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.4% of the population.

There were 85 households, of which 35.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.1% were married couples living together, 5.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 8.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.8% were non-families. 24.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the city was 36.3 years. 28.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.3% were from 25 to 44; 25.7% were from 45 to 64; and 13.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.1% male and 48.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 211 people, 82 households, and 55 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,501.9 PD/sqmi. There were 90 housing units at an average density of 640.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.31% White, 0.95% African American, 0.95% from other races, and 3.79% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.21% of the population.

There were 82 households, out of which 31.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.7% were married couples living together, 9.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.9% were non-families. 29.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.6% 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 3.22.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.4% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 27.5% from 25 to 44, 22.3% from 45 to 64, and 13.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $45,000. Males had a median income of $38,750 versus $26,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,274. About 5.8% of families and 10.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.5% of those under the age of eighteen and 8.7% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Wabaunsee USD 329 public school district. USD 329 was formed by school unification that consolidated Alma, Maple Hill, McFarland, and Paxico. Wabaunsee High School is located in Alma. The Wabaunsee High School mascot is Wabaunsee Chargers.

Paxico High School was closed through school unification. The Paxico High School mascot was Paxico Pirates.

Area events

 * Paxico Meatloaf Festival and Car Show is held on the fourth Saturday in June.
 * Paxico Blues Fest is held on the third Saturday in September.

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Sharon Springs, Kansas

Sharon Springs is a city in and the county seat of Wallace County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 751.

History
Sharon Springs was originally called Eagle Tail station when it was founded in 1868. It was renamed Sharon Springs in 1886, after Sharon Springs, New York. Sharon Springs was incorporated as a city in 1890.

In 2013, the largest sinkhole in Kansas opened north of Sharon Springs. As of December 2013, the sinkhole was approximately 88 ft deep and 243 ft across.

On April 22, 2022, a high-end EF1 tornado caused severe damage to the city.

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

Climate
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Sharon Springs has a semi-arid climate, abbreviated "BSk" on climate maps.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 748 people, 327 households, and 197 families residing in the city. The population density was 822.0 PD/sqmi. There were 407 housing units at an average density of 447.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.5% White, 0.1% African American, 0.4% Native American, 3.6% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.7% of the population.

There were 327 households, of which 27.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.7% were married couples living together, 6.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.8% were non-families. 38.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.99.

The median age in the city was 45.3 years. 25.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.2% were from 25 to 44; 25.4% were from 45 to 64; and 25% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.8% male and 51.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 835 people, 354 households, and 227 families residing in the city. The population density was 900.0 PD/sqmi. There were 408 housing units at an average density of 439.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.05% White, 0.24% African American, 0.48% Native American, 1.68% from other races, and 1.56% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.31% of the population.

There were 354 households, out of which 29.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.3% were married couples living together, 3.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.6% were non-families. 33.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 22.5% from 25 to 44, 21.3% from 45 to 64, and 24.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $33,333, and the median income for a family was $43,684. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $14,600 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,656. About 4.3% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.7% of those under age 18 and 10.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Wallace County USD 241 public school district.

Transportation
Sharon Springs is located on U.S. Route 40.

title: Sharon Springs, Kansas


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Wallace, Kansas

Wallace is a city in Wallace County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 41.

History
In the early 1870s, the city began after the establishment of Fort Wallace, ordered built by General William Tecumseh Sherman.

The first post office in Wallace was established in August 1872.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.40 sqmi, all land.

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

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 57 people, 24 households, and 16 families residing in the city. The population density was 142.5 PD/sqmi. There were 32 housing units at an average density of 80.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 24 households, of which 29.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.3% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 29.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the city was 49.6 years. 24.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 12.3% were from 25 to 44; 40.3% were from 45 to 64; and 17.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.6% male and 54.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 67 people, 30 households, and 17 families residing in the city. The population density was 166.7 PD/sqmi. There were 35 housing units at an average density of 87.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.49% of the population.

There were 30 households, out of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.3% were married couples living together, 13.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 43.3% were non-families. 43.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 3.06.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.9% under the age of 18, 3.0% from 18 to 24, 17.9% from 25 to 44, 25.4% from 45 to 64, and 26.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $13,125, and the median income for a family was $35,000. Males had a median income of $43,750 versus $33,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,005. There were 28.6% of families and 29.3% of the population living below the poverty line, including 38.5% of under eighteens and 19.2% of those over 64.

title: Wallace, Kansas