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Hutchinson, Kansas

Hutchinson is the largest city and county seat in Reno County, Kansas, United States, and located on the Arkansas River. It has been home to salt mines since 1887, thus its nickname of "Salt City", but locals call it "Hutch". As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 40,006.

Each year, Hutchinson hosts the Kansas State Fair, and National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Basketball Tournament. It is the home of the Hutchinson Community College, the Cosmosphere aerospace museum, and Strataca underground salt museum.

History

The city of Hutchinson was founded in 1871, when frontiersman Clinton "C.C." Hutchinson contracted with the Santa Fe Railway to make a town at the railroad's crossing over the Arkansas River. The town actually sprang up about one-half mile north, on the banks of Cow Creek, where a few houses already existed. C.C. Hutchinson later founded the Reno County Bank in 1873, and by 1878 had erected the state's first water-mill at Hutchinson. The community earned the nickname "Temperance City" due to the prohibition of alcohol set by its founder who placed a deed restriction on every lot prohibiting the sale or gifting of any alcoholic beverage which, if violated, would result in forfeit of the lot, improvements and payments associated with its sale and purchase. Hutchinson was incorporated as a third class city in August 1872.

In 1887, the Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway built a main line from Herington through Hutchinson to Pratt. In 1888, this line was extended to Liberal. Later, it was extended to Tucumcari, New Mexico and El Paso, Texas. It foreclosed in 1891 and was taken over by Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway, which shut down in 1980 and reorganized as Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas Railroad, merged in 1988 with Missouri Pacific Railroad, merged in 1997 with Union Pacific Railroad. Most locals still refer to this railroad as the "Rock Island".

Also in 1887, local salt deposits were discovered for the first time, when Ben Blanchard, a land speculator who founded South Hutchinson, drilled for oil in the area. Salt mining would become a major industry in Hutchinson, with the city eventually earning the nickname "Salt City".

Hutchinson had been holding county fairs since 1873. By 1900 many referred to the Hutchinson fair as the Kansas State Fair, even though there was no state supported Kansas State Fair yet. In 1913, after lobbying in the Kansas Legislature, Hutchinson gifted the State of Kansas the land that became the Kansas State Fairgrounds. The official Kansas State Fair has been held in Hutchinson ever since.

In 1943, German and Italian prisoners of World War II were used in Kansas and other Midwest states as a means of solving the labor shortage caused by American men serving in the war effort. Large prisoner-of-war 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 Hutchinson.

On January 17, 2001, 143 Mcuft of compressed natural gas leaked from the nearby Yaggy storage field. It sank underground, then rose to the surface through old brine or salt wells, making around 15 gas blowholes.

An explosion in the downtown area at 10:45 am destroyed two businesses and damaged 26 others. An explosion the next day in a mobile-home park killed two people. The Kansas National Guard was called in to help evacuate parts of the city because of the gas leaks, and a team of specialists looked over all the city for leaks after the event. These events were televised on news stations across the country.

On June 21, 2013, following a grassroots campaign in an effort to promote Smallville Con, a comic-book convention hosted at the Kansas State Fair, the mayor of Hutchinson decreed the city's name would be changed to "Smallville" for one day in honor of Superman's fictional Kansas hometown of the same name. The tradition has continued every year coinciding with the convention for two days every June.

Geography
Hutchinson is located in south-central Kansas at the intersection of U.S. Route 50 and Kansas Highway 96 (K-96), Hutchinson is 39 mi northwest of Wichita, 200 mi west-southwest of Kansas City, and 395 mi east-southeast of Denver.

The city lies on the northeast bank of the Arkansas River in the Great Bend Sand Prairie region of the Great Plains. Cow Creek, a tributary of the Arkansas, runs southeast through the city.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 22.75 sqmi, of which, 22.69 sqmi is land and 0.06 sqmi is water.

Climate
Hutchinson has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cfa), with hot, humid summers and cold, dry winters. Temperatures exceed 90 °F an average of 63.4 afternoons each year and drop below 32 °F an average of 119.5 mornings each year. Snowfall averages 6.9 in per year. Total precipitation averages 32.93 in per year. On average, January is the coolest month, July is the warmest month, and May is the wettest month. The hottest temperature recorded in Hutchinson was 113 F on July 27, 2011; the coldest temperature recorded was -19 F on February 16, 2021.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 40,006 people, 16,535 households, and 9,708 families in Hutchinson. The population density was 1,627.7 per square mile (628.4/km$2$). There were 18,609 housing units at an average density of 757.1 per square mile (292.3/km$2$). The racial makeup was 81.7% (32,686) white or European American (76.42% non-Hispanic white), 4.26% (1,703) black or African-American, 0.97% (388) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.7% (280) Asian, 0.07% (29) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 3.76% (1,505) from other races, and 8.54% (3,415) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 12.93% (5,172) of the population.

Of the 16,535 households, 26.3% had children under the age of 18; 41.2% were married couples living together; 30.1% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 34.8% of households consisted of individuals and 15.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 3.0. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 14.4% of the population.

21.1% of the population was under the age of 18, 9.5% from 18 to 24, 25.6% from 25 to 44, 24.3% from 45 to 64, and 19.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.0 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 97.0 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $48,889 (with a margin of error of +/- $2,113) and the median family income was $62,975 (+/- $4,685). Males had a median income of $32,099 (+/- $2,156) versus $25,329 (+/- $1,028) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $27,346 (+/- $1,108). Approximately, 8.4% of families and 14.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.0% of those under the age of 18 and 8.9% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 42,080 people, 16,981 households, and 10,352 families residing in the city. The population density was 1854.6 PD/sqmi. There were 18,580 housing units at an average density of 818.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 87.9% White, 4.3% African American, 0.7% American Indian, 0.6% Asian, 3.4% from other races, and 3.2% from two or more races. Hispanics and Latinos of any race were 10.6% of the population.

There were 16,981 households, of which 29.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.1% were married couples living together, 12.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.0% were non-families. 33.2% 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 2.31 and the average family size was 2.93.

The median age in the city was 37.8 years. 23.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.4% were from 25 to 44; 25.4% were from 45 to 64; and 16.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.3% male and 49.7% female.

The median income for a household was $38,880, and the median income for a family was $47,336. Males had a median income of $39,442 versus $26,600 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,050. About 12.9% of families and 15.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 26.0% of those under age 18 and 6.9% of those age 65 or over.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 40,787 people, 16,335 households, and 10,340 families residing in the city. The population density was 1932.6 PD/sqmi. There were 17,693 housing units at an average density of 838.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 88.57% White, 4.28% African American, 0.65% Native American, 0.59% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 3.65% from other races, and 2.21% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 7.67% of the population.

There were 16,335 households, out of which 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.3% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.7% were non-families. 31.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.31 and the average family size was 2.91.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.2% under the age of 18, 11.0% from 18 to 24, 27.8% from 25 to 44, 21.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.5 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $32,645, and the median income for a family was $40,094. Males had a median income of $30,994 versus $21,190 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,964. About 9.8% of families and 12.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.5% of those under age 18 and 9.7% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
Salt was discovered in Reno County by Benjamin Blanchard on September 26, 1887. This gave rise to the first salt-processing plants west of the Mississippi River. Salt was originally extracted using the evaporation method by pumping water into brine wells. In 1923, the Carey Salt Company opened the only salt mine in Hutchinson, which then produced rock salt. That mine is still in use today and is now operated by Hutchinson Salt Company. Cargill and Morton Salt also have evaporative salt plants in Hutchinson.

Excavated portions of the mine are used for archival storage of movie and television masters, data tapes, and permanent business records. Underground Vaults & Storage currently houses the masters for The Wizard of Oz (1939), Gone with the Wind (1939), and Star Wars (1977), among many others.

The world's longest grain elevator was built in Hutchinson in 1961.

Dillon's grocery stores was established in Hutchinson by J.S. Dillon in the 1920s (originated in Sterling, Kansas). Dillon's merged with The Kroger Co. in 1983. The company still operates a distribution center and headquarters for Dillons and Kwik Shop in town.

The Eaton Corporation operates a hydraulics plant in Hutchinson. On August 22, 2006, Eaton announced it would keep the Hutchinson plant open because of a $1 million economic incentive from the City of Hutchinson and a $2 million incentive from the State of Kansas. 155 assembly jobs were moved to the Reynosa, Mexico plant in June 2007.

On September 2, 2008, the Hutchinson Hospital changed its name to Promise Regional Medical Center. In 2012, it changed its name again to Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.

Lowen Corporation, founded in 1950 in a converted garage behind C.W. "Mike" Lowen's house, is a provider of graphic solutions. Lowen Sign Company, Lowen Color Graphics, and Lowen Certified are located in Hutchinson.

Collins Bus Corporation resides just outside Hutchinson, and is the leading small school bus manufacturer in North America.

StraightLine HDD, a leading directional drill tooling manufacturer, has a 70000 sqft. manufacturing plant in Hutchinson.

In May 2009, Siemens announced it would open its American wind turbine nacelle assembly facility in Hutchinson. The facility was expected to begin producing in 2010 and to create 400 jobs in Hutchinson.

Kuhn-Krause operates a huge manufacturing plant in Hutchinson, manufacturing agricultural equipment and housing one of two Kuhn factories in North America.

Government
Hutchinson is a city of the first class with a council-manager form of government. The city council consists of five members. For purposes of representation in the council, the city is divided into four districts with one council member elected to a four-year term from each district. The fifth council member is elected at-large to a two-year term. Every year, the council selects one member to serve as mayor and another as vice-mayor. Council members are term limited and may not serve for more than one partial term plus two consecutive four-year terms. The council sets policy for the city and oversees the city manager who executes those policies. Hired by the council, the city manager serves as the city's chief administrative officer, administers the city budget, and conducts daily city business. Council meetings occur on the first and third Tuesday of each month, broadcast live on local cable channel 7.

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

Hutchinson lies within Kansas's 1st U.S. Congressional District. For the purposes of representation in the Kansas Legislature, the city is located in the 34th district of the Kansas Senate and the 102nd, 104th, and 114th districts of the Kansas House of Representatives.

Colleges
The main campus of Hutchinson Community College, a two-year public college, is located in the city.

Primary and secondary
Three public school districts provide education for students in and around Hutchinson: USD 308, USD 309. USD 313.

USD 308
Hutchinson USD 308 school district operates twelve schools in the city:
 * Avenue A Elementary School (grades Pre-K-6)
 * Faris Elementary School (K-6)
 * Graber Elementary School (K-6)
 * Lincoln Elementary School (K-6)
 * Magnet School at Allen (K-6)
 * McCandless Elementary School (K-6)
 * Morgan Elementary School (K-6)
 * Wiley Elementary School (K-6)
 * Hutchinson Middle School 7 (7)
 * Hutchinson Middle School 8 (8)
 * Hutchinson High School (9-12)
 * Hutchinson Career & Technical Educational Academy

The Hutchinson High School football team (the Salthawks) has had seven straight appearances, including six straight wins, in the 6A & 5A State Championship Game.

USD 313
Buhler USD 313 school district operates three schools in and around Hutchinson:
 * Union Valley Elementary School (K-5)
 * Plum Creek Elementary (K-5)
 * Prairie Hills Middle School (6-8)

USD 309
Nickerson–South Hutchinson USD 309 school district operates one school near Hutchinson:
 * Reno Valley Middle School (7-8).

Private
There are also three private schools in Hutchinson:
 * Central Christian School (K-12)
 * Holy Cross Catholic School (Pre-K-6)
 * Trinity Catholic High School (7-12)

Transportation
U.S. Route 50 runs east–west south of the city. K-96 approaches Hutchinson from the south, bypasses it to the west, and then turns northwest. Coming from the west, K-61 runs concurrently with U.S. 50, turns north and runs through the eastern part of the city, and then exits to the northeast.

Reno County Area Transit (RCAT) provides local public transport bus service. The agency operates three bus routes colored Red, Blue, and Yellow. Greyhound Lines offers long-distance bus service on its route through Hutchinson from Wichita to Pueblo. Bus service is provided daily towards Wichita and Salina by BeeLine Express (subcontractor of Greyhound Lines).

Hutchinson Municipal Airport is located on the eastern side of the city. The airport is primarily utilized for general aviation. Therefore, residents typically use Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport in Wichita for commercial travel.

Three railroads serve Hutchinson. One is the La Junta Subdivision of the BNSF Railway which runs east–west through the city. Amtrak uses the La Junta Subdivision to provide passenger rail service. Hutchinson is a stop on the Southwest Chief, which provides daily train service between Chicago and Los Angeles. Another railroad serving Hutchinson is the Tucumcari Line of the Union Pacific Railroad, which runs northeast–southwest through the city. Lastly, Hutchinson is the terminus of two lines of the Kansas and Oklahoma Railroad: the Hutchinson Subdivision, which enters the city from the south, and the Great Bend Subdivision, which enters the city from the northwest.

Health care
There are two hospitals in Hutchinson. The larger of the two, Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, is a not-for-profit general medical and surgical facility that offers a range of services including emergency care. The other hospital is Summit Surgical, a specialized corporate surgical facility.

Media
The Hutchinson News is the city's primary newspaper, published daily.

Hutchinson is a center of broadcast media for south-central Kansas. One AM and 12 FM radio stations are licensed to broadcast from the city. Hutchinson is also the second principal city of the Wichita-Hutchinson, Kansas television market. The market's primary affiliates of CBS (KWCH-DT) and Dabl (KMTW), as well as PBS member station KPTS are licensed to the city, but all three stations broadcast from Wichita.

Parks and recreation
Hutchinson is home to the Prairie Dunes Country Club, a golf course frequently ranked among the best golf courses in the U.S., and has hosted several United States Golf Association national championship tournaments. The club was founded by Emerson Carey and his four sons in the mid-1930s. The course was designed by Perry Maxwell and the first nine holes opened on September 13, 1937. Twenty years later, in 1957, a second nine holes were opened, designed by J. Press Maxwell (Perry's son). Prairie Dunes was host of the 2002 U.S. Women's Open and 2006 U.S. Senior Open golf championships.

Located on the north eastern edge of Hutchinson is the Sand Hills State Park.

Points of interest

 * Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center
 * Strataca, formerly known as Kansas Underground Salt Museum
 * Kansas State Fair
 * Carey Park, home of the Hutchinson Zoo, Carey Park Golf Course, and Salt City Splash outdoor aquatic center
 * Hutchinson Sports Arena
 * Hobart-Detter Field
 * Arkansas Valley Interurban Railway

National Register of Historic Places listings

 * Fox Theater
 * Terminal Station
 * St. Teresa's Catholic Church

Film

 * Wait till the Sun Shines, Nellie (1952)
 * Mysterious Skin (2004)
 * Picnic (1955)
 * Salvation U.S.A. (2013), directed by Brett Donowho and Bernie Van De Yacht, was shot in Hutchinson.

Television

 * Modern Marvels', Season 17 Episode 7 (time code: 29:40 - 34:26, first aired October 12, 2010), contained a segment on the Hutchinson Salt Mine.
 * History Channel "Gas Explosion", 17 min segment on the Hutchinson Gas Explosion of 2001.

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Langdon, Kansas

Langdon is a city in Reno County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 39.

History

The first post office in Langdon was established in 1873. Langdon was named for a local businessman.

In 1887, the Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway built a main line from Herington through Langdon to Pratt. In 1888, this line was extended to Liberal. Later, it was extended to Tucumcari, New Mexico and El Paso, Texas. It 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 0.12 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 39 people, 6 households, and 5 families in Langdon. The population density was 393.9 per square mile (152.1/km$2$). There were 19 housing units at an average density of 191.9 per square mile (74.1/km$2$). The racial makeup was 71.79% (28) white or European American (71.79% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 15.38% (6) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 12.82% (5) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 2.56% (1) of the population.

Of the 6 households, 66.7% had children under the age of 18; 66.7% were married couples living together; 16.7% 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 1.5 and the average family size was 2.4.

17.9% of the population was under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 35.9% from 25 to 44, 28.2% from 45 to 64, and 12.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 129.4 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 146.2 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $41,750 (with a margin of error of +/- $10,768).

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 42 people, 20 households, and 11 families residing in the city. The population density was 350.0 PD/sqmi. There were 35 housing units at an average density of 291.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White and 4.8% Native American.

There were 20 households, of which 20.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.0% were married couples living together, 5.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 45.0% were non-families. 40.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 25% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.10 and the average family size was 2.91.

The median age in the city was 50.3 years. 14.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 12% were from 25 to 44; 42.8% were from 45 to 64; and 21.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.4% male and 47.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 72 people, 30 households, and 18 families residing in the city. The population density was 550.9 PD/sqmi. There were 39 housing units at an average density of 298.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.06% White, 1.39% Native American, 1.39% from other races, and 4.17% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 1.39% of the population.

There were 30 households, out of which 23.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.7% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.0% were non-families. 40.0% 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 2.40 and the average family size was 3.22.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.8% under the age of 18, 9.7% from 18 to 24, 15.3% from 25 to 44, 33.3% from 45 to 64, and 13.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $36,250, and the median income for a family was $45,833. Males had a median income of $33,750 versus $14,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,136. There were 22.2% of families and 24.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including 44.4% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Fairfield USD 310 public school district, which is located about 1 mile north of the city. Before the creation of USD 310, the old Langdon High School mascot was the Owls.

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Nickerson, Kansas

Nickerson is a city in Reno County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,058. It was named in honor of Thomas Nickerson, former president of Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway.

History
Nickerson was laid out in 1872 when the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway was extended to that point. The first houses were built at the site in 1875. Nickerson was incorporated as a city in 1879.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.35 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, Nickerson has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Films

 * Picnic (1955), the scenes at the Owenses' and the Pottses' houses were filmed in Nickerson.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 1,058 people, 399 households, and 278 families in Nickerson. The population density was 817.0 per square mile (315.4/km$2$). There were 476 housing units at an average density of 367.6 per square mile (141.9/km$2$). The racial makeup was 89.22% (944) white or European American (87.81% non-Hispanic white), 0.38% (4) black or African-American, 0.19% (2) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.28% (3) Asian, 0.38% (4) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 2.55% (27) from other races, and 6.99% (74) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.58% (59) of the population.

Of the 399 households, 34.8% had children under the age of 18; 49.9% were married couples living together; 23.1% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 24.3% of households consisted of individuals and 8.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 2.9. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 11.0% of the population.

29.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 23.6% from 25 to 44, 23.4% from 45 to 64, and 17.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37.9 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.8 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 101.3 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $53,224 (with a margin of error of +/- $5,923) and the median family income was $54,250 (+/- $5,809). Males had a median income of $39,375 (+/- $6,621) versus $27,930 (+/- $3,995) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $33,810 (+/- $5,277). Approximately, 6.3% of families and 7.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.3% of those under the age of 18 and 1.9% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,070 people, 422 households, and 318 families residing in the city. The population density was 792.6 PD/sqmi. There were 493 housing units at an average density of 365.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.7% White, 0.4% African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.1% from other races, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.1% of the population.

There were 422 households, of which 32.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.7% were married couples living together, 13.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 24.6% were non-families. 21.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 2.91.

The median age in the city was 38.8 years. 26.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.4% were from 25 to 44; 26.5% were from 45 to 64; and 15.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.7% male and 49.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,194 people, 460 households, and 333 families residing in the city. The population density was 883.8 PD/sqmi. There were 507 housing units at an average density of 375.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.40% White, 0.25% African American, 0.59% Native American, 1.01% from other races, and 1.76% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.85% of the population.

There were 460 households, out of which 36.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.3% were married couples living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.4% were non-families. 24.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.2% 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 3.03.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.6% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 27.8% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 13.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $33,269, and the median income for a family was $34,188. Males had a median income of $29,091 versus $18,313 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,609. About 10.3% of families and 13.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.8% of those under age 18 and 10.1% of those age 65 or over.

Government

 * City Hall, 15 N. Nickerson St.

Education
The community is served by Nickerson–South Hutchinson USD 309 public school district. The district's schools, which have an average enrollment of 350 students annually, include Nickerson High School and Nickerson Grade School.

Highway
K-96 / K-14 state highway previously passed through Nickerson. In 2023, it was replaced by a new limited access freeway that was completed east of the cities of Nickerson and Sterling. Initially it was constructed as a super two freeway, but right-of-way has been secured to enable future expansion to four lanes.

Rail
The Kansas and Oklahoma Railroad passes through the city.

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Partridge, Kansas

Partridge is a city in Reno County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 209.

History
Partridge was laid out in 1886. It was incorporated as a city in 1906. Its name commemorates the partridge.

In 1887, the Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway built a main line from Herington through Partridge to Pratt. In 1888, this line was extended to Liberal. Later, it was extended to Tucumcari, New Mexico and El Paso, Texas. It was foreclosed on in 1891 and taken over by Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway, which shut down in 1980; it was reorganized as Saint Louis southwestern railroad " the Cotton Belt", and merged again 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 0.30 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, Partridge has a humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 209 people, 84 households, and 59 families in Partridge. The population density was 674.2 per square mile (260.3/km$2$). There were 101 housing units at an average density of 325.8 per square mile (125.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 92.82% (194) white or European American (91.39% 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, 0.96% (2) from other races, and 6.22% (13) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.31% (9) of the population.

Of the 84 households, 32.1% had children under the age of 18; 53.6% were married couples living together; 20.2% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 23.8% of households consisted of individuals and 7.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 3.2. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 3.3% of the population.

23.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 8.6% from 18 to 24, 18.2% from 25 to 44, 32.5% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 120.0 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 119.2 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $44,375 (with a margin of error of +/- $19,053) and the median family income was $60,250 (+/- $22,105). Males had a median income of $40,625 (+/- $18,429) versus $24,250 (+/- $6,182) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $28,333 (+/- $8,253). Approximately, 6.7% of families and 9.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.5% of those under the age of 18 and 0.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 248 people, 97 households, and 67 families residing in the city. The population density was 826.7 PD/sqmi. There were 106 housing units at an average density of 353.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 90.7% White, 3.2% Native American, 2.0% from other races, and 4.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.6% of the population.

There were 97 households, of which 32.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.7% were married couples living together, 11.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.9% were non-families. 27.8% 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 2.56 and the average family size was 3.12.

The median age in the city was 42.5 years. 27% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.2% were from 25 to 44; 26.2% were from 45 to 64; and 19% 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 259 people, 98 households, and 72 families residing in the city. The population density was 556.7 PD/sqmi. There were 106 housing units at an average density of 227.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 86.10% White, 3.47% African American, 5.79% Native American, 1.54% from other races, and 3.09% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.70% of the population.

There were 98 households, out of which 26.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.3% were married couples living together, 3.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.5% were non-families. 25.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.64 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.8% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 25.5% from 25 to 44, 25.1% from 45 to 64, and 15.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,125, and the median income for a family was $35,000. Males had a median income of $23,750 versus $16,719 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,754. About 6.9% of families and 5.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.2% of those under the age of eighteen and 6.8% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Haven USD 312 public school district.

School unification consolidated Partridge High School into Haven High School. The Partridge High School mascot was Quails. The Partridge Quails won the Kansas State High School boys class B basketball championship in 1954.

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Plevna, Kansas

Plevna is a city in Reno County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 85.

History
The first post office in Plevna was established in October 1877.

It is named after the historical city of Pleven in Bulgaria, which months before was a siege battle won by Russian/Bulgarian forces, gaining Bulgaria its independence.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.23 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 85 people, 37 households, and 18 families in Plevna. The population density was 377.8 per square mile (145.9/km$2$). There were 47 housing units at an average density of 208.9 per square mile (80.7/km$2$). The racial makeup was 90.59% (77) white or European American (90.59% non-Hispanic white), 1.18% (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, 2.35% (2) from other races, and 5.88% (5) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 2.35% (2) of the population.

Of the 37 households, 27.0% had children under the age of 18; 43.2% were married couples living together; 18.9% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 45.9% of households consisted of individuals and 27.0% 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 3.3. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 10.6% of the population.

24.7% of the population was under the age of 18, 3.5% from 18 to 24, 23.5% from 25 to 44, 24.7% from 45 to 64, and 23.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 82.9 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $23,750 (with a margin of error of +/- $9,260) and the median family income was $41,250 (+/- $33,704). Females had a median income of $24,375 (+/- $6,319). The median income for those above 16 years old was $17,083 (+/- $5,519). Approximately, 26.7% of families and 26.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 44.0% of those under the age of 18 and 15.4% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 98 people, 43 households, and 29 families residing in the city. The population density was 426.1 PD/sqmi. There were 50 housing units at an average density of 217.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.8% White, 1.0% Native American, 5.1% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 6.1% of the population.

There were 43 households, of which 23.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.5% were married couples living together, 18.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.6% were non-families. 32.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 2.83.

The median age in the city was 47 years. 25.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.4% were from 25 to 44; 28.6% were from 45 to 64; and 22.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 43.9% male and 56.1% female.

2000 census

As of the census of 2000, there were 99 people, 46 households, and 28 families residing in the city. The population density was 425.2 PD/sqmi. There were 52 housing units at an average density of 223.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.97% White, and 3.03% from two or more races.

There were 46 households, out of which 23.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 2.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.1% were non-families. 37.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.15 and the average family size was 2.75.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.2% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 25.3% from 45 to 64, and 22.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,875, and the median income for a family was $33,750. Males had a median income of $20,625 versus $25,417 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,353. There were no families and 2.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Fairfield USD 310 public school district. Before the creation of USD 310, the old Plevna High School mascot was the Tigers.

Notable people

 * Karl C. King, member of U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania

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Pretty Prairie, Kansas

Pretty Prairie is a city in Reno County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 660.

History
The first post office at Pretty Prairie was established in 1874.

Pretty Prairie was laid out in 1889. It was named from its scenic setting upon the prairie. It was incorporated as a city in 1907.

The city's sole source of water is a single well, a 100-foot-deep borehole. Due to agricultural pollution from the region's groundwater, the well water has had nitrate levels in excess of the federal nitrate standard since the mid-1990s. For years, Pretty Prairie distributed bottled water to at-risk families. On January 3, 2017, the town council approved a settlement with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment and the EPA. The town planned to invest in a water tower, an underground storage tank, and a reverse osmosis water treatment system.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.61 sqmi, of which, 0.56 sqmi is land and 0.05 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, Pretty Prairie has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 660 people, 246 households, and 163 families in Pretty Prairie. The population density was 1,145.8 per square mile (442.4/km$2$). There were 285 housing units at an average density of 494.8 per square mile (191.0/km$2$). The racial makeup was 90.0% (594) white or European American (89.24% non-Hispanic white), 1.06% (7) black or African-American, 1.06% (7) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.15% (1) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.76% (5) from other races, and 6.97% (46) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 3.18% (21) of the population.

Of the 246 households, 30.1% had children under the age of 18; 47.2% were married couples living together; 28.5% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 30.9% of households consisted of individuals and 11.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 3.1. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 13.0% of the population.

26.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 4.7% from 18 to 24, 21.1% from 25 to 44, 24.1% from 45 to 64, and 23.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 115.0 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 118.9 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $51,053 (with a margin of error of +/- $8,934) and the median family income was $50,375 (+/- $18,218). Males had a median income of $32,212 (+/- $4,070) versus $22,750 (+/- $13,091) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $31,458 (+/- $1,582). Approximately, 10.9% of families and 13.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.3% of those under the age of 18 and 7.5% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 680 people, 272 households, and 190 families residing in the city. The population density was 1214.3 PD/sqmi. There were 304 housing units at an average density of 542.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.0% White, 0.1% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 1.0% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 3.1% of the population.

There were 272 households, of which 32.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.3% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.1% were non-families. 27.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 2.84.

The median age in the city was 42.4 years. 25.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.9% were from 25 to 44; 23.1% were from 45 to 64; and 24.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.2% male and 52.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 615 people, 261 households, and 184 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,198.8 PD/sqmi. There were 290 housing units at an average density of 565.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.35% White, 0.16% Native American, 0.16% from other races, and 0.33% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 1.63% of the population.

There were 261 households, out of which 31.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.3% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.5% were non-families. 27.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 2.86.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.2% under the age of 18, 5.5% from 18 to 24, 26.7% from 25 to 44, 17.4% from 45 to 64, and 24.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,857, and the median income for a family was $40,000. Males had a median income of $30,536 versus $18,125 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,944. About 4.1% of families and 5.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.1% of those under age 18 and 10.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Pretty Prairie USD 311 public school district. It has three schools.

Notable people

 * Brian Bergkamp, member of the Kansas House of Representatives
 * Jon Gnagy, artist and television art instructor
 * Walter Huxman, governor of Kansas and jurist; born in Pretty Prairie
 * Carl "Alfalfa" Switzer, actor; played Alfalfa on the Little Rascals/Our Gang series, lived in the town in 1954 while briefly married to Collingwood Grain heiress Dian Collingwood
 * Jack Unruh, artist and illustrator

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South Hutchinson, Kansas

South Hutchinson is a city in Reno County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 2,521. It is a south suburb of Hutchinson.

History
The city was founded in 1887 by Benjamin Blanchard of Terre Haute, Indiana.

The first post office in South Hutchinson was established in August 1887.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.89 sqmi, of which 2.87 sqmi is land and 0.02 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,457 people, 1,113 households, and 611 families residing in the city. The population density was 856.1 PD/sqmi. There were 1,207 housing units at an average density of 420.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.9% White, 1.1% African American, 1.0% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.3% from other races, and 3.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 6.6% of the population.

There were 1,113 households, of which 24.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.6% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 45.1% were non-families. 40.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.08 and the average family size was 2.80.

The median age in the city was 47.7 years. 21.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.5% were from 25 to 44; 26.8% were from 45 to 64; and 26.5% 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 2,539 people, 1,143 households, and 675 families residing in the city. The population density was 912.4 PD/sqmi. There were 1,210 housing units at an average density of 434.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.46% White, 0.79% African American, 0.59% Native American, 0.24% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 3.23% from other races, and 1.65% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 5.32% of the population.

There were 1,143 households, out of which 24.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.8% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.9% were non-families. 37.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.12 and the average family size was 2.77.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.7% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 24.0% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 25.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 82.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 77.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $29,044, and the median income for a family was $37,500. Males had a median income of $30,820 versus $19,779 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,445. About 9.6% of families and 13.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.4% of those under age 18 and 12.8% of those age 65 or over.

Government
The South Hutchinson government consists of a mayor and five council members, which meets the first and third Monday of each month at 7 p.m.  Pete Murray was elected mayor on May 5, 2014.

Education
The community is served by Nickerson–South Hutchinson USD 309 public school district.

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Sylvia, Kansas

Sylvia is a city in Reno County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 215.

History
Sylvia was originally called Zenith, and was founded under that name in 1874. It was renamed Sylvia in 1886, perhaps named for the wife and daughter of a railroad employee.

The local high school football team was on the losing side of a lopsided football game against another school from across the county in Haven. Played in 1927 with a final score of 256–0, the game produced multiple state high school records.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.29 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 218 people, 97 households, and 58 families residing in the city. The population density was 751.7 PD/sqmi. There were 142 housing units at an average density of 489.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.4% White, 0.5% from other races, and 4.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 5.0% of the population.

There were 97 households, of which 24.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.4% were married couples living together, 4.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 8.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.2% were non-families. 34.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.79.

The median age in the city was 45.7 years. 25.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.7% were from 25 to 44; 28% were from 45 to 64; and 22.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.7% male and 46.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 297 people, 122 households, and 84 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,034.5 PD/sqmi. There were 142 housing units at an average density of 494.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.97% White, 0.34% Native American, 1.01% Asian, 0.67% from other races, and 1.01% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 1.68% of the population.

There were 122 households, out of which 30.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.8% were married couples living together, 5.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.1% were non-families. 29.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.6% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 23.2% from 25 to 44, 20.9% from 45 to 64, and 20.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $29,167, and the median income for a family was $38,125. Males had a median income of $38,958 versus $17,813 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,322. About 4.4% of families and 4.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.3% of those under the age of eighteen and 6.3% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Fairfield USD 310 public school district.

The Sylvia High School Mustangs won the Kansas State High School boys class B Track & Field championship in 1960.

Notable people

 * Alva Duer, basketball coach, member of the Basketball Hall of Fame

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Turon, Kansas

Turon is a city in Reno County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 309.

History

Turon was founded in 1886. It was incorporated as a city in 1905.

In 1887, the Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway built a main line from Herington through Turon to Pratt. In 1888, this line was extended to Liberal. Later, it was extended to Tucumcari, New Mexico and El Paso, Texas. It 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 0.46 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, Turon has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 387 people, 159 households, and 98 families residing in the city. The population density was 841.3 PD/sqmi. There were 210 housing units at an average density of 456.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 84.5% White, 4.1% Native American, 7.5% from other races, and 3.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 12.4% of the population.

There were 159 households, of which 31.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.4% were married couples living together, 11.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 1.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.4% were non-families. 34.6% 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 2.43 and the average family size was 3.11.

The median age in the city was 39.6 years. 26.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20% were from 25 to 44; 26.1% were from 45 to 64; and 17.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.3% male and 53.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 436 people, 177 households, and 115 families residing in the city. The population density was 950.4 PD/sqmi. There were 218 housing units at an average density of 475.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.43% White, 0.46% African American, 0.69% Native American, 4.36% from other races, and 2.06% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 7.34% of the population.

There were 177 households, out of which 30.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.8% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.5% were non-families. 30.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.6% 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 3.11.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.7% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 22.2% from 25 to 44, 20.6% from 45 to 64, and 20.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $21,429, and the median income for a family was $26,000. Males had a median income of $21,750 versus $19,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,197. About 14.7% of families and 19.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 30.2% of those under age 18 and 9.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Fairfield USD 310 public school district. Before the creation of USD 310, the old Turon High School mascot was the Eagles.

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Willowbrook, Kansas

Willowbrook is a city in Reno County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 71. It is a northwest suburb of Hutchinson.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.31 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 87 people, 35 households, and 33 families residing in the city. The population density was 280.6 PD/sqmi. There were 35 housing units at an average density of 112.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 35 households, of which 20.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 94.3% were married couples living together, and 5.7% were non-families. 5.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 2.55.

The median age in the city was 54.8 years. 17.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.3% were from 25 to 44; 30.9% were from 45 to 64; and 32.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.4% male and 50.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 36 people, 13 households, and 13 families residing in the city. The population density was 44.8 PD/sqmi. There were 13 housing units at an average density of 41.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 13 households, out of which 30.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 100.0% were married couples living together, and 0.0% were non-families. No households were made up of individuals, and none had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.77 and the average family size was 2.77.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 11.1% under the age of 18, 13.9% from 18 to 24, 5.6% from 25 to 44, 52.8% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 54 years. For every 100 females, there were 125.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 128.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $166,528, and the median income for a family was $166,528. Males had a median income of $100,000 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $118,946. None of the population and none of the families were below the poverty line.

Education
The community is served by Nickerson–South Hutchinson USD 309 public school district.

title: Willowbrook, Kansas


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Agenda, Kansas

Agenda is a city in Republic County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 47.

History
Agenda (formerly Neva) was laid out in 1887 on the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad line. The name Agenda derives from Latin meaning "what ought to be done".

The first house in Agenda was erected by Joseph Cox in 1887. In the early 1900s, it had a money order post office with one rural delivery route, express and telegraph offices, several general stores and other business establishments, a bank, a grain elevator, and in 1910 reported a population of 200.

The post office in Agenda was discontinued in 1998.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.15 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 47 people, 27 households, and 15 families in Agenda. The population density was 271.7 per square mile (104.9/km$2$). There were 51 housing units at an average density of 294.8 per square mile (113.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 85.11% (40) white or European American (85.11% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 4.26% (2) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 2.13% (1) from other races, and 8.51% (4) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 2.13% (1) of the population.

Of the 27 households, 14.8% had children under the age of 18; 44.4% were married couples living together; 18.5% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 40.7% of households consisted of individuals and 29.6% 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 10.6% of the population.

8.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 4.3% from 18 to 24, 29.8% from 25 to 44, 25.5% from 45 to 64, and 31.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 61.3 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.0 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 87.0 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $41,250 (with a margin of error of +/- $25,607) and the median family income was $38,750 (+/- $7,750). Males had a median income of $40,481 (+/- $19,403). The median income for those above 16 years old was $38,750 (+/- $36,198). Approximately, 26.3% of families and 15.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.0% of those under the age of 18 and 0.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 68 people, 29 households, and 18 families living in the city. The population density was 453.3 PD/sqmi. There were 52 housing units at an average density of 346.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.1% White and 2.9% from two or more races.

There were 29 households, of which 24.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.6% were married couples living together, 3.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.9% were non-families. 37.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 3.11.

The median age in the city was 42 years. 25% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22% were from 25 to 44; 23.5% were from 45 to 64; and 25% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.5% male and 48.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 81 people, 38 households, and 24 families living in the city. The population density was 534.5 PD/sqmi. There were 54 housing units at an average density of 356.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 38 households, out of which 23.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.9% were married couples living together, 2.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.8% were non-families. 36.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.13 and the average family size was 2.75.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.2% under the age of 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 23.5% from 25 to 44, 18.5% from 45 to 64, and 30.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 80.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,500, and the median income for a family was $39,063. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $11,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,307. There were no families and 5.9% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 6.1% of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Republic County USD 109 public school district. It was formed in 2006 by the consolidation of Belleville USD 427 and Hillcrest USD 455. The Republic County High School mascot is Republic County Buffaloes.

Agenda schools were closed through school unification. The Agenda High School mascot was Huskies.

title: Agenda, Kansas


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Belleville, Kansas

Belleville is a city in and the county seat of Republic County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 2,007.

History
Belleville was founded in 1869, and incorporated as a city in 1878. It was named for Arabelle Tutton, the wife of a member of the town company.

The first post office in Belleville was established in February 1870.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.02 sqmi, of which 1.98 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi is water.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 2,007 people, 919 households, and 490 families in Belleville. The population density was 976.2 per square mile (376.9/km$2$). There were 1,157 housing units at an average density of 562.7 per square mile (217.3/km$2$). The racial makeup was 93.72% (1,881) white or European American (92.48% non-Hispanic white), 0.25% (5) black or African-American, 0.5% (10) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.5% (10) Asian, 0.25% (5) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.3% (6) from other races, and 4.48% (90) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 2.59% (52) of the population.

Of the 919 households, 22.3% had children under the age of 18; 41.2% were married couples living together; 32.6% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 42.2% of households consisted of individuals and 23.1% 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 3.0. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 16.5% of the population.

22.2% of the population was under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 20.7% from 25 to 44, 23.6% from 45 to 64, and 27.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.0 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 114.7 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $40,238 (with a margin of error of +/- $8,612) and the median family income was $62,813 (+/- $8,702). Males had a median income of $34,273 (+/- $1,482) versus $25,293 (+/- $7,452) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $31,806 (+/- $6,989). Approximately, 4.8% of families and 12.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under the age of 18 and 3.8% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,991 people, 949 households, and 533 families living in the city. The population density was 1005.6 PD/sqmi. There were 1,162 housing units at an average density of 586.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.5% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.5% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.4% of the population.

There were 949 households, of which 19.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.3% were married couples living together, 6.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 43.8% were non-families. 41.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 24.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.99 and the average family size was 2.67.

The median age in the city was 51.6 years. 18.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18% were from 25 to 44; 26.5% were from 45 to 64; and 32.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.3% male and 53.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,239 people, 1,045 households, and 606 families living in the city. The population density was 1,153.0 PD/sqmi. There were 1,259 housing units at an average density of 648.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.35% White, 0.27% African American, 0.18% Native American, 0.31% Asian, 0.31% from other races, and 0.58% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.80% of the population.

There were 1,045 households, out of which 20.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.0% were married couples living together, 7.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.0% were non-families. 39.8% 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 2.01 and the average family size was 2.67.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 17.6% under the age of 18, 5.4% from 18 to 24, 20.0% from 25 to 44, 22.9% from 45 to 64, and 34.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 51 years. For every 100 females, there were 79.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 78.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,692, and the median income for a family was $36,515. Males had a median income of $24,743 versus $16,964 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,989. About 5.4% of families and 8.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.9% of those under age 18 and 7.6% of those age 65 or over.

Media
The city is served by The Belleville Telescope newspaper, established in 1870 and published continuously since 1873.

Education
The community is served by Republic County USD 109 public school district. It was formed in 2006 by the consolidation of Belleville USD 427 and Hillcrest USD 455.

Area attractions

 * Blair Theatre
 * Boyer Gallery
 * Republic County Historical Society Museum
 * Belleville High Banks, Named "The fastest dirt track in the world"

Notable people

 * Larry Cheney (1886–1969), Major League Baseball player
 * Nick Hague (born 1975), NASA astronaut, Colonel in United States Air Force, born in Belleville
 * Dean Nesmith, professional football player and noted athletic trainer
 * A.Q. Miller, namesake of the A.Q. Miller School of Journalism and Mass Communications at Kansas State University.

title: Belleville, Kansas


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Courtland, Kansas

Courtland is a city in Republic County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 294.

History
The first settlement was made at Courtland in 1885. A post office was opened in Prospect (an extinct town) in 1878, but it was moved to Courtland in January 30,1888. The community was named after Cortland, New York, but may also be named for Courtland, a city near Mankato, Minnesota, which shares the same spelling.

In 1887, Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway built a branch line from Neva (3 miles west of Strong City) through Courtland to Superior, Nebraska. In 1996, the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway merged with Burlington Northern Railroad and renamed to the current BNSF Railway. Most locals still refer to this railroad as the "Santa Fe".

Courtland was incorporated as a city in 1892.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.27 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 294 people, 116 households, and 64 families in Courtland. The population density was 1,092.9 per square mile (422.0/km$2$). There were 149 housing units at an average density of 553.9 per square mile (213.9/km$2$). The racial makeup was 93.2% (274) white or European American (92.52% non-Hispanic white), 0.34% (1) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.34% (1) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 6.12% (18) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 2.04% (6) of the population.

Of the 116 households, 29.3% had children under the age of 18; 47.4% were married couples living together; 20.7% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 36.2% of households consisted of individuals and 14.7% 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 17.3% of the population.

27.2% of the population was under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 25.9% from 25 to 44, 21.4% from 45 to 64, and 19.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39.2 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.3 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 94.5 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $49,297 (with a margin of error of +/- $7,268) and the median family income was $66,563 (+/- $4,397). Males had a median income of $35,625 (+/- $2,748) versus $30,469 (+/- $19,094) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $31,389 (+/- $1,963). Approximately, 2.7% of families and 4.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.0% of those under the age of 18 and 14.9% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 285 people, 137 households, and 82 families living in the city. The population density was 1055.6 PD/sqmi. There were 161 housing units at an average density of 596.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.9% White, 0.7% African American, and 0.4% Asian. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.4% of the population.

There were 137 households, of which 26.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.0% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.1% were non-families. 34.3% 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 2.08 and the average family size was 2.66.

The median age in the city was 46.1 years. 22.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.7% were from 25 to 44; 29.8% were from 45 to 64; and 22.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.6% male and 47.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 334 people, 149 households, and 96 families living in the city. The population density was 1,243.5 PD/sqmi. There were 174 housing units at an average density of 647.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.80% White, 0.30% African American, 0.30% Native American, 0.60% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.89% of the population.

There were 149 households, out of which 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.0% were married couples living together, 3.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.9% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.84.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.1% under the age of 18, 3.9% from 18 to 24, 18.3% from 25 to 44, 23.7% from 45 to 64, and 29.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,188, and the median income for a family was $37,778. Males had a median income of $26,667 versus $13,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,543. About 6.3% of families and 11.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.8% of those under age 18 and 19.1% of those age 65 or over.

Area events
Courtland Fun Day - annual summer celebration held the last Saturday in July annually since 1964.

Education
The community is served by Pike Valley USD 426 public school district. School unification consolidated Courtland and Scandia schools forming the district. The Pike Valley High School mascot is Panthers.

Prior to school unification, the Courtland High School mascot was Courtland Tigers. The Courtland Tigers won the Kansas State High School boys class B Indoor Track & Field championship in 1961.

title: Courtland, Kansas


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Cuba, Kansas

Cuba is a city in Republic County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 140.

History
The community was founded in 1868 by American southerners traveling westward after the American Civil War. The city received its name from one settler who had once lived on the island of Cuba. Other early settlers of Cuba are Czech immigrants from Bohemia that settled in Cuba in the mid-1870s. Originally the majority of the population of Cuba were of Czech and Austrian descent.

The entire town of Cuba moved to its present location in 1884 in order to be on the railroad that had been built through that region.

The town has received attention due to its small town America nature documented by photographer Jim Richardson. Cuba, Kansas and Jim Richardson were highlighted on the CBS News Sunday Morning show in 1983 and in 2004, as well as the May 2004 issue of National Geographic magazine.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.31 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 140 people, 69 households, and 40 families in Cuba. The population density was 486.1 per square mile (187.7/km$2$). There were 109 housing units at an average density of 378.5 per square mile (146.1/km$2$). The racial makeup was 95.71% (134) white or European American (95.71% 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, 0.71% (1) from other races, and 3.57% (5) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 0.71% (1) of the population.

Of the 69 households, 15.9% had children under the age of 18; 50.7% were married couples living together; 33.3% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 42.0% of households consisted of individuals and 26.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.3 and the average family size was 2.9. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 37.1% of the population.

15.0% of the population was under the age of 18, 3.6% from 18 to 24, 16.4% from 25 to 44, 27.1% from 45 to 64, and 37.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 59.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 115.4 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 133.3 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $37,083 (with a margin of error of +/- $17,768) and the median family income was $57,813 (+/- $29,369). Males had a median income of $29,141 (+/- $3,984) versus $34,375 (+/- $21,279) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $31,477 (+/- $5,435). Approximately, 6.3% of families and 5.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.7% of those under the age of 18 and 12.1% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 156 people, 79 households, and 48 families residing in the city. The population density was 503.2 PD/sqmi. There were 131 housing units at an average density of 422.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.8% White, 1.3% Native American, and 1.9% from two or more races.

There were 79 households, of which 12.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.7% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 1.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.2% were non-families. 35.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.97 and the average family size was 2.52.

The median age in the city was 55.8 years. 12.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 11.5% were from 25 to 44; 39.7% were from 45 to 64; and 30.1% 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 231 people, 110 households, and 72 families residing in the city. The population density was 761.0 PD/sqmi. There were 148 housing units at an average density of 487.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.27% White, 0.43% Native American, and 1.30% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.03% of the population.

There were 110 households, out of which 23.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.2% were married couples living together, 5.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.5% were non-families. 33.6% 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 2.10 and the average family size was 2.67.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 19.0% under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 21.6% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 29.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,333, and the median income for a family was $37,292. Males had a median income of $24,375 versus $17,857 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,103. About 3.1% of families and 6.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.5% of those under the age of eighteen and 9.1% of those 65 or over.

Government
The Cuba government consists of a mayor and five council members. The council meets once a month.

Education
The community is served by Republic County USD 109 public school district. It was formed in 2006 by the consolidation of Belleville USD 427 and Hillcrest USD 455. The Republic County High School mascot is Republic County Buffaloes.

Hillcrest (Cuba) schools were closed through school unification. The Hillcrest High School mascot was Hillcrest Mustangs.

Czech Day
The Cuba Booster Club organizes an annual three-day event centered around the town's Rock-A-Thon, in which rocking chairs are continuously rocked by rotating people. Other activities include an auction, the profits of which are used to pay for various community needs, as well as a Czech dinner.

title: Cuba, Kansas


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Munden, Kansas

Munden is a city in Republic County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 96.

History
Munden was founded in September 1887. It was named for John Munden, the original owner of the town site.

As of June, 2023, in Munden there is a: post office, community hall, cafe, insurance business, tool manufacturing company, and three churches.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.20 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 96 people, 54 households, and 33 families in Munden. The population density was 516.1 per square mile (199.3/km$2$). There were 65 housing units at an average density of 349.5 per square mile (134.9/km$2$). The racial makeup was 100.0% (96) white or European American (100.0% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 0.0% (0) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 0.0% (0) of the population.

Of the 54 households, 29.6% had children under the age of 18; 38.9% were married couples living together; 14.8% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 35.2% of households consisted of individuals and 16.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.0 and the average family size was 2.8. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 25.0% of the population.

25.0% of the population was under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 10.4% from 25 to 44, 30.2% from 45 to 64, and 28.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 53.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 71.4 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 53.2 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $53,750 (with a margin of error of +/- $30,920) and the median family income was $66,750 (+/- $9,682). Females had a median income of $28,333 (+/- $15,120). The median income for those above 16 years old was $23,750 (+/- $16,649). Approximately, 0.0% of families and 14.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.0% of those under the age of 18 and 28.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
At the 2010 census, there were 100 people in 49 households, including 30 families, in the city. The population density was 500.0 /sqmi. There were 67 housing units at an average density of 335.0 /sqmi. The racial mak-up of the city was 100.0% White. Of the 49 households, 24.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.0% were married couples living together, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.1% had a male householder with no wife present and 38.8% were non-families. 34.7% of households were one person and 6.1% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.04 and the average family size was 2.57.

The median age was 48.9 years. 20% of residents were under the age of 18, 5% were between the ages of 18 and 24, 15% were from 25 to 44, 48% were from 45 to 64 and 12% were 65 or older. The sex make-up of the city was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 122 people in 54 households, including 32 families, in the city. The population density was 607.6 /sqmi. There were 71 housing units at an average density of 353.6 /sqmi. The racial mak-up of the city was 98.36% White, 1.64% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.64%.

Of the 54 households, 24.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.6% were married couples living together and 40.7% were non-families. 38.9% of households were one person and 14.8% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 3.06.

The age distribution was 26.2% under the age of 18, 3.3% from 18 to 24, 30.3% from 25 to 44, 21.3% from 45 to 64 and 18.9% 65 or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.3 males.

The median household income was $25,000 and the median family income was $30,750. Males had a median income of $20,000 and females $28,333. The per capita income was $12,649. 11.4% of families and 16.2% of the population were living below the poverty line, including 33.3% of under-eighteens and none of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Republic County USD 109 public school district, with schools located in Belleville. It was formed in 2006 by the consolidation of Belleville USD 427 and Hillcrest USD 455. The Republic County High School team name is Republic County Buffaloes.

Munden schools were closed through school unification. The Munden High School team name was Munden Bulldogs.

title: Munden, Kansas


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Narka, Kansas

Narka is a city in Republic County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 81.

History
Narka was founded in 1887. It was named for the daughter of a railroad employee. The first post office in Narka was established in November 1887. Narka was incorporated as a city in 1894.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.17 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 81 people, 40 households, and 18 families in Narka. The population density was 506.2 per square mile (195.5/km$2$). There were 48 housing units at an average density of 300.0 per square mile (115.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 96.3% (78) white or European American (96.3% 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 3.7% (3) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 0.0% (0) of the population.

Of the 40 households, 15.0% had children under the age of 18; 27.5% were married couples living together; 35.0% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 47.5% of households consisted of individuals and 20.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.3 and the average family size was 2.8. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 9.9% of the population.

24.7% of the population was under the age of 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 21.0% from 25 to 44, 35.8% from 45 to 64, and 13.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 72.3 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 69.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $47,813 (with a margin of error of +/- $17,552) and the median family income was $65,536 (+/- $51,378). Males had a median income of $36,538 (+/- $6,490) versus $23,929 (+/- $13,569) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $29,318 (+/- $7,474). Approximately, 13.5% of families and 6.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.5% of those under the age of 18 and 0.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 94 people, 42 households, and 25 families residing in the city. The population density was 552.9 PD/sqmi. There were 52 housing units at an average density of 305.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 42 households, of which 23.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.6% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.5% were non-families. 38.1% 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 2.24 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the city was 40 years. 24.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 11.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.3% were from 25 to 44; 30.8% were from 45 to 64; and 10.6% 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 93 people, 47 households, and 24 families residing in the city. The population density was 521.0 PD/sqmi. There were 55 housing units at an average density of 308.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 47 households, out of which 25.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.4% were married couples living together, 2.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 48.9% were non-families. 44.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 27.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.98 and the average family size was 2.83.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.6% under the age of 18, 8.6% from 18 to 24, 22.6% from 25 to 44, 23.7% from 45 to 64, and 22.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 121.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $16,250, and the median income for a family was $21,250. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,693. There were 22.2% of families and 23.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including 15.8% of under eighteens and 37.5% of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Republic County USD 109 public school district. It was formed in 2006 by the consolidation of Belleville USD 427 and Hillcrest USD 455. The Republic County High School mascot is Republic County Buffaloes.

Narka schools were closed through school unification. The Narka High School mascot was Narka Wildcats.

title: Narka, Kansas