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North Newton, Kansas

North Newton is a city in Harvey County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,814. It is located between the north side of the city of Newton (separate entity) and the south side of Interstate I-135. North Newton is home of Bethel College.

History
For millennia, the land now known as Kansas was inhabited by Native Americans. In 1803, most of modern Kansas was secured by the United States as part of the Louisiana Purchase. In 1854, the Kansas Territory was organized, then in 1861 Kansas became the 34th U.S. state. In 1872, Harvey County was founded.

A post office was established as Bethel College on December 19, 1934, then later it was renamed to North Newton on December 1, 1938.

Geography
North Newton is located along the north side of the city of Newton.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.90 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, North Newton has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Area attractions

 * Kauffman Museum at Bethel College

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 1,814 people, 700 households, and 417 families in North Newton. The population density was 1,986.9 per square mile (767.1/km$2$). There were 760 housing units at an average density of 832.4 per square mile (321.4/km$2$). The racial makeup was 86.6% (1,571) white or European American (84.23% non-Hispanic white), 3.91% (71) black or African-American, 0.94% (17) Native American or Alaska Native, 1.1% (20) Asian, 0.06% (1) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 2.87% (52) from other races, and 4.52% (82) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 7.72% (140) of the population.

Of the 700 households, 13.7% had children under the age of 18; 55.0% were married couples living together; 28.6% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 36.9% of households consisted of individuals and 24.9% 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 2.6. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 39.8% of the population.

11.0% of the population was under the age of 18, 20.5% from 18 to 24, 12.3% from 25 to 44, 19.3% from 45 to 64, and 36.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 52.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 117.2 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $71,298 (with a margin of error of +/- $9,759) and the median family income was $95,673 (+/- $14,406). Males had a median income of $34,821 (+/- $17,718) versus $16,731 (+/- $8,049) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $26,354 (+/- $14,002). Approximately, 2.0% of families and 5.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.6% of those under the age of 18 and 4.2% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,759 people, 710 households, and 387 families living in the city. The population density was 1954.4 PD/sqmi. There were 741 housing units at an average density of 823.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.7% White, 1.4% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 1.0% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.

There were 710 households, of which 16.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.8% were married couples living together, 3.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 0.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 45.5% were non-families. 43.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 32% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.96 and the average family size was 2.69.

The median age in the city was 48.6 years. 13.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 21.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 11.5% were from 25 to 44; 20.6% were from 45 to 64; and 33.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.7% male and 54.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,522 people, 604 households, and 335 families living in the city. The population density was 1,775.4 PD/sqmi. There were 632 housing units at an average density of 737.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.96% White, 2.04% African American, 0.20% Native American, 0.33% Asian, 0.33% Pacific Islander, 1.97% from other races, and 1.18% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.83% of the population.

There were 604 households, out of which 14.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.6% were married couples living together, 1.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 44.4% were non-families. 42.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 31.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.89 and the average family size was 2.55.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 10.8% under the age of 18, 23.3% from 18 to 24, 12.4% from 25 to 44, 18.1% from 45 to 64, and 35.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 49 years. For every 100 females, there were 79.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.5 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $36,974, and the median income for a family was $52,500. Males had a median income of $40,769 versus $23,056 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,869. About 3.6% of families and 6.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.3% of those under age 18 and 6.8% of those age 65 or over.

Government
The North Newton government consists of a mayor and five council members. The council meets the 2nd Monday of each month at 7PM.
 * City Hall, 2601 N Main.

Primary and secondary education
The community is served by Newton USD 373 public school district.

College
North Newton is home to Bethel College, the oldest Mennonite college in the United States since its founding in 1887.

Transportation
Interstate I-135 runs along the north side of North Newton.

Utilities

 * Internet
 * Cable is provided by Cox Communications.
 * Wireless is provided by Pixius Communications.
 * Satellite is provided by HughesNet, StarBand, WildBlue.
 * TV
 * Cable is provided by Cox Communications.
 * Satellite is provided by DirecTV, Dish Network.
 * Terrestrial is provided by regional digital TV stations.
 * Telephone
 * Landline is provided by AT&T.
 * Cellular is provided by AT&T Mobility.
 * Electricity
 * City is provided by Westar Energy.
 * Gas
 * Service is provided by Kansas Gas Service.
 * Water
 * City is provided by City of Newton, billed by City of North Newton.
 * Rural is provided by Harvey County RWD #1 (map).
 * Sewer
 * Service is billed by City of North Newton.
 * Trash
 * Service is billed by City of North Newton.

Notable people

 * Kate E. Brubacher, United States Attorney for the District of Kansas
 * Rachel deBenedet, actress and singer.

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Walton, Kansas

Walton is a city in Harvey County, Kansas, United States. It is named in honor of one of the 19th century stockholders of Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 219.

Early history
For many millennia, the Great Plains of North America was inhabited by nomadic Native Americans. From the 16th century to 18th century, the Kingdom of France claimed ownership of large parts of North America. In 1762, after the French and Indian War, France secretly ceded New France to Spain, per the Treaty of Fontainebleau.

19th century
In 1802, Spain returned most of the land to France. In 1803, most of the land for modern day Kansas was acquired by the United States from France as part of the 828,000 square mile Louisiana Purchase for 2.83 cents per acre.

In 1854, the Kansas Territory was organized, then in 1861, Kansas became the 34th U.S. state. In 1872, Harvey County was established within the Kansas Territory, which included the land for modern day Walton.

In 1871, the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway extended a main line from Emporia through Walton to Newton, reaching Walton and Newton in July. In 1996, it merged with Burlington Northern Railroad and renamed to the current BNSF Railway. Most locals still refer to this railroad as the "Santa Fe".

Walton was laid out as a town site in December 1871 by William Mathews. He built a home, and this was followed by a general store and railroad section house. Because of difficulty in perfecting title to the lots, the town-site remained dormant until it was sold to J.F. Watson and he filed a plat of the town in 1876. In 1871, a Kansas one room school, measuring 18 x 20 feet, was built and the first school was held by Mrs. M. J. Sharron. A post office was established in Walton on December 28, 1871, Mrs. E. Peck as Postmistress.

20th century
The New Santa Fe Trail road was routed through Walton in the late 1910s. Initially, the road entered the north side of the city on Walton Ave. The trail became U.S. Route 50 in the late 1930s, when the new highway was routed northeast to southwest parallel to the railroad.

Geography
Walton is near the dividing line between the Cottonwood and Arkansas River basins and near the highest ground in Harvey County.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.36 sqmi, all of it land.

Area events

 * Walton Rural Life Festival, every October.

Area attractions

 * Kansas Historical Marker - Red Turkey Wheat, on north side of US-50 near NE city limits.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 235 people, 93 households, and 69 families residing in the city. The population density was 652.8 PD/sqmi. There were 105 housing units at an average density of 291.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.2% White, 0.4% African American, 5.1% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.0% of the population.

There were 93 households, of which 30.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.1% were married couples living together, 10.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 25.8% were non-families. 23.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 2.88.

The median age in the city was 40.9 years. 21.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.7% were from 25 to 44; 30.7% were from 45 to 64; and 17.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 57.0% male and 43.0% female.

2000 census

As of the census of 2000, there were 284 people, 109 households, and 79 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,162.6 PD/sqmi. There were 118 housing units at an average density of 483.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.42% White, 1.41% African American, 1.06% Native American, 1.06% from other races, and 1.06% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.87% of the population.

There were 109 households, out of which 42.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.0% were married couples living together, 10.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.5% were non-families. 23.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 3.10.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 32.0% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 33.8% from 25 to 44, 16.9% from 45 to 64, and 8.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 129.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.4 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household was $34,375, and the median income for a family was $39,500. Males had a median income of $30,781 versus $18,882 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,679. About 9.1% of families and 11.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.5% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

Government
The Walton government consists of a mayor and five council members. The council meets once a month.
 * City Hall, Police Department, Fire Department, 122 Main St.
 * US Post Office, 301 S 2nd Ave.

Primary and secondary education
The community is served by Newton USD 373 public school district. Walton students of junior and high school ages attend school in Newton.
 * Walton Rural Life Center, 500 West Main Street, a charter elementary school, Grades PreK–4.

Walton High School was closed through school unification. The Walton High School mascot was Walton Wildcats.

Library

 * Walton Community Library, 122 Main St.

Film
Using Agriculture to Spur Achievement : The Walton 21st Century Rural Life Center, 2011, U.S. Department of Education filmed a documentary at the Walton 21st Century Rural Life Center charter elementary school in November 2010. The crew also interviewed farm families, teachers, students, and community members. The resulting video will be featured on their website, highlighting the center as a best practices model of innovation in education.

Print

 * Hillsboro Free Press, free newspaper for greater Marion County area.
 * The Newton Kansan, regional newspaper from Newton.
 * The Wichita Eagle, major regional newspaper from Wichita.

Radio
Walton is served by numerous radio stations of the Wichita-Hutchinson listening market area, and satellite radio. See Media in Wichita, Kansas.

Television
Walton is served by over-the-air ATSC digital TV of the Wichita-Hutchinson viewing market area, cable TV, and satellite TV. See Media in Wichita, Kansas.

Transportation
A major highway US-50 and a railroad BNSF Railway pass through Walton. US-50 was originally the New Santa Fe Trail and roughly parallels the BNSF Railway.

The Amtrak Southwest Chief stops in nearby Newton twice each day and provides passenger rail service towards Los Angeles and Chicago. See Newton (Amtrak station).

Utilities

 * Internet
 * DSL is provided by CenturyLink.
 * Wireless is provided by Pixius Communications (wireless), Verizon (cellular).
 * Satellite is provided by HughesNet, StarBand, WildBlue.
 * TV
 * Satellite is provided by DirecTV, Dish Network.
 * Terrestrial is provided by regional digital TV stations.
 * Telephone
 * Landline is provided by CenturyLink.
 * Cell Phone is provided by Verizon.
 * Electricity
 * City is provided by Westar Energy.
 * Rural is provided by Flint Hills RECA.
 * Natural Gas
 * Service is provided by KMGA, billed by City of Walton.
 * Water
 * City is provided by Harvey County RWD #1, billed by City of Walton.
 * Rural is provided by Harvey County RWD #1 (map).
 * Sewer
 * Service is provided by City of Walton.
 * Trash
 * Service is provided by Waste Connections, billed by City of Walton.

Notable people

 * See also List of people from Harvey County, Kansas

 * Guy Hawk, Kansas House of Representatives, Banker

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Satanta, Kansas

Satanta is a city in Haskell County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,092. Every year there is a celebration of Satanta's Indian heritage called Satanta Day.

History
The town is named after Kiowa Chief Satanta.

The first post office in Satanta was established in October 1912.

Geography
Satanta is located at 37.43667°N, -100.9875°W (37.436602, -100.987509). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.59 sqmi, all of it land.

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

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,133 people, 424 households, and 294 families residing in the city. The population density was 1920.3 PD/sqmi. There were 460 housing units at an average density of 779.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 81.6% White, 0.8% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.8% Asian, 12.8% from other races, and 3.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 35.1% of the population.

There were 424 households, of which 35.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.4% were married couples living together, 6.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.7% were non-families. 27.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.19.

The median age in the city was 37 years. 29% of residents were under the age of 18; 7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.2% were from 25 to 44; 26.9% were from 45 to 64; and 14.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.2% male and 50.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,239 people, 431 households, and 324 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,664.4 PD/sqmi. There were 470 housing units at an average density of 1,010.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 82.57% White, 0.40% African American, 0.65% Native American, 0.97% Asian, 12.91% from other races, and 2.50% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 29.94% of the population.

There were 431 households, out of which 40.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.4% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.8% were non-families. 22.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.80 and the average family size was 3.33.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 31.3% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 27.4% from 25 to 44, 20.6% from 45 to 64, and 13.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,139, and the median income for a family was $41,750. Males had a median income of $30,846 versus $19,875 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,392. About 9.9% of families and 13.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.5% of those under age 18 and 17.9% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Satanta USD 507 public school district.

The Satanta Indians won the Kansas State High School boys class B Track & Field championship in 1958.

Notable people

 * Edward Brandt, Minnesota state legislator, was born in Satanta.
 * Gary Spani, professional football player, Kansas City Chiefs, was born in Satanta.

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Sublette, Kansas

Sublette is a city in and the county seat of Haskell County, Kansas, United States. As of 2022, the population of the city was 1,333.

History
Sublette was founded in 1912. It was named for William Lewis Sublette, a French Huguenot who was a partner in the Rocky Mountain Fur Company. Sublette was a mountain man, fur trapper and pioneer who blazed a trail through the area and was known by the local natives as "Cut Face".

The first post office in Sublette was established in January 1913. Around 1913, the population of Sublette was around 270. The first baby born in Sublette was named Gladys Sublette Boaz, delivered by Dr. Loring Minor. Sublette was once a larger town called Santa Fe but since the people of Santa Fe wanted to move closer to a railroad they set up a settlement called Sublette.

Geography
Sublette is located at 37.47972°N, -100.845°W (37.479660, −100.845034). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.92 sqmi, all of it land.

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

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,453 people, 556 households, and 409 families residing in the city. The population density was 1579.3 PD/sqmi. There were 626 housing units at an average density of 680.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 85.1% White, 0.1% African American, 1.0% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 11.8% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 26.8% of the population.

There were 556 households, of which 38.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.0% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 26.4% were non-families. 24.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 3.09.

The median age in the city was 36.9 years. 28.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.5% were from 25 to 44; 27.9% were from 45 to 64; and 12.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.7% male and 50.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,592 people, 574 households, and 441 families residing in the city. The population density was 1690.2 PD/sqmi. There were 645 housing units at an average density of 684.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 84.61% White, 0.19% African American, 0.82% Native American, 0.88% Asian, 10.99% from other races, and 2.51% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 21.36% of the population.

There were 574 households, out of which 41.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.2% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.0% were non-families. 20.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.8% 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 3.22.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 32.0% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 26.5% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 11.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $40,161, and the median income for a family was $43,167. Males had a median income of $33,611 versus $22,708 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,787. About 7.8% of families and 12.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.7% of those under age 18 and 9.1% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Sublette USD 374 public school district.

Print
The Haskell County Monitor-Chief is the local newspaper.

Radio
There are no radio stations licensed to Sublette.

Television
Sublette is in the Wichita–Hutchinson, Kansas television market. KDGL-LD is licensed to Sublette Kansas and is the flagship station of High Plains Broadcasting, LLC. KDGL broadcasts on RF channel 23 carrying 6 video streams. Current Networks are Retro TV, Tuff TV, AMG TV, Launch TV, TheWalk TV, and PBJ TV. KDGL uses TV23 as branding for all 5 licenses including Dodge City, Garden City, Liberal, and Ulysses. Sublette was chosen for its central location in the Southwest Kansas Market and to streamline future news gathering for NewsWest23 newscasts.

Notable people

 * Jack Christiansen, Hall of Fame football player for the Detroit Lions
 * Shalee Lehning, former professional basketball player for the Atlanta Dream, and associate head coach on the Northern Colorado women's basketball team
 * Otto Schnellbacher, (1923–2008), played both basketball and football (American) professionally
 * Ted Trimpa, Democratic strategist and political consultant

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Hanston, Kansas

Hanston is a city in Hodgeman County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 259.

History
Hanston was originally called Marena, and under the latter name was laid out in 1878. It was renamed Hanston in 1902, taking its name from the local Hann family.

Hanston was a station and shipping point on the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway.

Geography
Hanston is located along K-156 and the Kansas and Oklahoma Railroad. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.28 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 259 people, 92 households, and 67 families in Hanston. The population density was 959.3 per square mile (370.4/km$2$). There were 109 housing units at an average density of 403.7 per square mile (155.9/km$2$). The racial makeup was 97.68% (253) white or European American (93.05% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.77% (2) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.77% (2) from other races, and 0.77% (2) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 6.18% (16) of the population.

Of the 92 households, 37.0% had children under the age of 18; 59.8% were married couples living together; 19.6% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 26.1% of households consisted of individuals and 14.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.8 and the average family size was 2.8. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 15.8% of the population.

30.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 5.0% from 18 to 24, 22.0% from 25 to 44, 22.4% from 45 to 64, and 20.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 102.2 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $52,083 (with a margin of error of +/- $33,868) and the median family income was $56,250 (+/- $28,212). Males had a median income of $47,500 (+/- $25,722). The median income for those above 16 years old was $26,389 (+/- $8,033). Approximately, 18.6% of families and 30.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 51.7% of those under the age of 18 and 1.4% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 206 people, 96 households, and 63 families residing in the city. The population density was 735.7 PD/sqmi. There were 119 housing units at an average density of 425.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.1% White, 2.4% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.7% of the population.

There were 96 households, of which 21.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.4% were non-families. 32.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.15 and the average family size was 2.65.

The median age in the city was 50.1 years. 21.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18% were from 25 to 44; 37.4% were from 45 to 64; and 19.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.1% male and 52.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 259 people, 104 households, and 74 families residing in the city. The population density was 953.9 PD/sqmi. There were 127 housing units at an average density of 467.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.91% White, 0.39% African American, 1.54% Native American, and 1.16% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.47% of the population.

There were 104 households, out of which 32.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.5% were married couples living together, 5.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.8% were non-families. 26.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.3% 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 3.03.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.0% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 19.7% from 25 to 44, 27.8% from 45 to 64, and 18.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $38,125, and the median income for a family was $43,571. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,049. About 6.6% of families and 8.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.4% of those under the age of eighteen and 9.6% of those 65 or over.

Schools
The community is served by Hodgeman County USD 227 public school district. In 2011 it absorbed the former Hanston USD 228, which had dissolved. The district has two schools:
 * Hodgeman County Elementary School
 * Hodgeman County Middle/High School

USD 227 Hodgeman County High School is located in Jetmore. The Hodgeman County High School mascot is the Longhorns. Prior to school unification, the Hanston High School mascot was Hanston Elks.

The Hanston Elks won the following Kansas State Championships:
 * 8-Man DII Football – 1989, 1990, 1999, 2001, 2002 and 2004
 * 1A Boys Basketball – 1978, 1989, 2004 and 2005

Library
Hanston is served by the Hanston City Library.

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Jetmore, Kansas

Jetmore is a city in and the county seat of Hodgeman County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 770.

History
Jetmore was originally called Buckner, and was laid out under the latter name in 1879. The name was changed to Jetmore in 1880 in honor of Col. Abraham Buckles Jetmore. A lawyer from Topeka, Abraham Jetmore was instrumental in securing a railroad line through the city and in arranging for it to become the county seat.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.49 sqmi, all land. The Buckner Creek, a tributary of the Pawnee River, flows through Jetmore.

The surface rocks in this area consist of Greenhorn Limestone and Graneros Shale.

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, Jetmore has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 770 people, 333 households, and 208 families in Jetmore. The population density was 182.9 per square mile (70.6/km$2$). There were 378 housing units at an average density of 89.8 per square mile (34.7/km$2$). The racial makeup was 89.87% (692) white or European American (88.31% non-Hispanic white), 1.56% (12) black or African-American, 0.52% (4) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.78% (6) Asian, 0.13% (1) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.56% (12) from other races, and 5.58% (43) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.84% (45) of the population.

Of the 333 households, 30.6% had children under the age of 18; 52.3% were married couples living together; 23.4% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 33.6% of households consisted of individuals and 18.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.1 and the average family size was 2.8. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 20.6% of the population.

25.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 3.9% from 18 to 24, 21.7% from 25 to 44, 25.8% from 45 to 64, and 23.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44.1 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.2 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 101.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $55,000 (with a margin of error of +/- $11,841) and the median family income was $74,107 (+/- $19,811). Males had a median income of $39,028 (+/- $8,639) versus $30,144 (+/- $12,330) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $32,500 (+/- $7,047). Approximately, 7.2% of families and 9.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.7% of those under the age of 18 and 7.4% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 867 people, 366 households, and 232 families residing in the city. The population density was 193.1 PD/sqmi. There were 439 housing units at an average density of 97.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.3% White, 0.1% African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 1.7% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.6% of the population.

There were 366 households, of which 32.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.8% were married couples living together, 6.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.6% were non-families. 33.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.97.

The median age in the city was 42.1 years. 26.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.9% were from 25 to 44; 24.8% were from 45 to 64; and 21.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.4% male and 52.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 903 people, 362 households, and 241 families residing in the city. The population density was 823.5 PD/sqmi. There were 427 housing units at an average density of 389.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.79% White, 1.22% African American, 0.11% Native American, 0.22% from other races, and 1.66% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.99% of the population.

There were 362 households, out of which 33.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.5% were married couples living together, 5.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.4% were non-families. 31.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.8% 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 3.02.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.7% under the age of 18, 5.0% from 18 to 24, 25.5% from 25 to 44, 19.9% from 45 to 64, and 21.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $33,618, and the median income for a family was $39,375. Males had a median income of $27,917 versus $24,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,510. About 10.9% of families and 14.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.4% of those under age 18 and 7.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Hodgeman County USD 227 public school district. The district has two schools:
 * Hodgeman County Middle/High School
 * Hodgeman County Elementary School

Airports

 * Jetmore Municipal Airport (No commercial flights)
 * Dodge City Regional Airport (Nearest commercial airport 26 mi away)

title: Jetmore, Kansas


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Circleville, Kansas

Circleville is a city in Jackson County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 153.

History
Circleville was founded in 1863. It may have been named after Circleville, Ohio, or because the town "circled" around the prairie.

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

Climate
This climatic region is typified by large seasonal temperature differences, with warm to hot (and often humid) summers and cold (sometimes severely cold) winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Circleville has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 153 people, 63 households, and 39 families in Circleville. The population density was 604.7 per square mile (233.5/km$2$). There were 76 housing units at an average density of 300.4 per square mile (116.0/km$2$). The racial makeup was 88.24% (135) white or European American (87.58% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 1.31% (2) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.65% (1) from other races, and 9.8% (15) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 0.65% (1) of the population.

Of the 63 households, 25.4% had children under the age of 18; 46.0% were married couples living together; 28.6% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 31.7% of households consisted of individuals and 22.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.0 and the average family size was 2.4. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 7.8% of the population.

26.8% of the population was under the age of 18, 3.9% from 18 to 24, 19.0% from 25 to 44, 23.5% from 45 to 64, and 26.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 112.5 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 115.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $44,063 (with a margin of error of +/- $11,770) and the median family income was $53,125 (+/- $2,754). Males had a median income of $31,071 (+/- $2,575) versus $13,571 (+/- $2,752) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $20,625 (+/- $16,094). Approximately, 1.9% of families and 10.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.3% 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 170 people, 69 households, and 47 families residing in the city. The population density was 653.8 PD/sqmi. There were 77 housing units at an average density of 296.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.3% White, 0.6% African American, and 4.1% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.

There were 69 households, of which 34.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.2% were married couples living together, 11.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.9% were non-families. 26.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.6% 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 2.83.

The median age in the city was 36.5 years. 28.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.6% were from 25 to 44; 26.5% were from 45 to 64; and 16.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.5% male and 46.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 185 people, 77 households, and 49 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,020.3 PD/sqmi. There were 80 housing units at an average density of 441.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.97% White, 2.70% Native American, 0.54% Asian, 0.54% from other races, and 3.24% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.70% of the population.

There were 77 households, out of which 40.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.9% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.1% were non-families. 32.5% 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 2.40 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.3% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 30.3% from 25 to 44, 19.5% from 45 to 64, and 12.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 110.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,885, and the median income for a family was $34,750. Males had a median income of $22,083 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,293. About 12.2% of families and 10.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.7% of those under the age of eighteen and 16.0% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by North Jackson USD 335 public school district.

title: Circleville, Kansas


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Delia, Kansas

Delia is a city in Jackson County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 151.

History
Delia was laid out and platted in 1905. Its founder, David Cunningham, named the town in honor of his mother, Delia Cunningham.

The first post office in Delia was established in January 1906 and closed in November 2017.

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

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 151 people, 59 households, and 44 families in Delia. The population density was 1,313.0 per square mile (507.0/km$2$). There were 61 housing units at an average density of 530.4 per square mile (204.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 74.83% (113) white or European American (74.17% non-Hispanic white), 1.99% (3) black or African-American, 12.58% (19) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.99% (3) from other races, and 8.61% (13) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.64% (7) of the population.

Of the 59 households, 35.6% had children under the age of 18; 59.3% were married couples living together; 13.6% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 18.6% of households consisted of individuals and 10.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.2 and the average family size was 2.5. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 13.9% of the population.

26.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 21.9% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 19.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.6 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 94.7 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $61,250 (with a margin of error of +/- $27,243) and the median family income was $70,114 (+/- $18,354). Males had a median income of $40,962 (+/- $12,808) versus $30,833 (+/- $11,380) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $33,750 (+/- $13,951). Approximately, 6.5% of families and 13.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 35.6% of those under the age of 18 and 7.2% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 169 people, 52 households, and 40 families residing in the city. The population density was 1536.4 PD/sqmi. There were 58 housing units at an average density of 527.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 85.8% White, 10.7% Native American, and 3.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8% of the population.

There were 52 households, of which 48.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.4% were married couples living together, 5.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 23.1% were non-families. 15.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.25 and the average family size was 3.68.

The median age in the city was 33.5 years. 30.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26% were from 25 to 44; 26.6% were from 45 to 64; and 8.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.2% male and 53.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 179 people, 53 households, and 46 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,571.0 PD/sqmi. There were 58 housing units at an average density of 509.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 86.03% White, 12.85% Native American, and 1.12% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.56% of the population.

There were 53 households, out of which 47.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.6% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 13.2% were non-families. 13.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.38 and the average family size was 3.72.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 38.5% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 24.0% from 25 to 44, 20.1% from 45 to 64, and 10.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 113.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $36,667, and the median income for a family was $37,250. Males had a median income of $29,375 versus $43,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,665. About 11.7% of families and 12.8% of the population and 11.7% of families were below the poverty line, including 17.1% of those under the age of 18 and 24.0% of those 65 and older.

Education
The community is served by Kaw Valley USD 321 public school district.

Notable people

 * David Bawden, sedevacantist claimant to the papacy as “Pope Michael”.

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Denison, Kansas

Denison is a city in Jackson County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 146.

19th century
Denison was founded as a result of the Kansas City, Wyandotte and Northwestern Railway laying tracks that would connect the communities of Valley Falls and Holton. The railroad was slated to come through one mile south of an existing village, Tippinville, and in September 1887, A.D. Walker and Hollis Tucker, land speculators, laid out lots for a new town, which was named after Tucker's hometown, Denison, Ohio. Most of the houses and two churches in Tippinville were bodily moved to the new townsite, which is primarily in Garfield Township, with a small portion in Cedar Township (it was all Cedar Township at first). By August 1890, Tippinvile had been officially vacated and by 1894 Denison had a population of 150.

A number of Civil War veterans are buried in the Denison Cemetery (and nearby cemeteries, North and South Cedar Cemeteries), and there is one veteran of the Mexican–American War, G. W. White, buried at Denison. Eliza Cody Myers (Mrs. George Myers), sister of William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody is also buried there. It was a truly exciting event for school children when Buffalo Bill came to Denison to visit his niece, Nellie Myers Copas, and her family.

A post office, named North Cedar, was established in 1867. The first school, built of logs, was established in 1858 south of present-day Denison, on the site of the North Cedar Cemetery. The first church in the area, of the Christian denomination was founded in 1856 by the Rev. J.T. Gardiner. The Reformed Presbyterian Church was established in 1871, with the Rev. J.S.T. Milligan the founding pastor; the United Presbyterian Church, in 1880; and the Denison Methodist Episcopal Church, in 1889. The Christian, United Presbyterian and Methodist churches united to become the Denison Union Church in 1958, and later became the Denison Bible Church. The Denison Christian Church building, erected in 1878, now houses the Denison Historical Museum, and is one of three Jackson Co. buildings included in the State Register of Historic Places.

20th century
The Denison State Bank was founded in 1901, and after its second robbery, in 1938, was moved to Holton, the county seat, where it thrives today under the same name. The Denison Rural High School was established in 1916, and a brick building was erected. It burned in 1938 and a new school building was completed in 1941. Due to school district unification, the last class to graduate from Denison High School was in 1969. However the school continued to serve lower grades until it closed its doors in 1990. Area students now attend schools in Holton.

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

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 146 people, 63 households, and 42 families in Denison. The population density was 1,303.6 per square mile (503.3/km$2$). There were 82 housing units at an average density of 732.1 per square mile (282.7/km$2$). The racial makeup was 89.73% (131) white or European American (89.04% non-Hispanic white), 0.68% (1) black or African-American, 2.74% (4) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 6.85% (10) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 0.68% (1) of the population.

Of the 63 households, 31.7% had children under the age of 18; 42.9% were married couples living together; 23.8% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 28.6% of households consisted of individuals and 17.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.9 and the average family size was 2.8. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 2.1% of the population.

22.6% of the population was under the age of 18, 11.6% from 18 to 24, 24.0% from 25 to 44, 28.1% from 45 to 64, and 13.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.7 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 101.8 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 +/- $20,930) and the median family income was $85,000 (+/- $40,191). The median income for those above 16 years old was $24,844 (+/- $12,517). Approximately, 11.5% of families and 24.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 35.3% of those under the age of 18 and 12.5% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 187 people, 76 households, and 50 families residing in the city. The population density was 1700.0 PD/sqmi. There were 87 housing units at an average density of 790.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.3% White, 0.5% Native American, and 3.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 76 households, of which 31.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.1% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.2% were non-families. 30.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 2.94.

The median age in the city was 31.8 years. 27.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.6% were from 25 to 44; 26.8% were from 45 to 64; and 12.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.5% male and 53.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 231 people, 82 households, and 62 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,973.8 PD/sqmi. There were 88 housing units at an average density of 751.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.94% White, 1.30% African American, 2.60% Native American, 1.73% from other races, and 0.43% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.73% of the population.

There were 82 households, out of which 34.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.8% were married couples living together, 12.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.2% were non-families. 19.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.0% 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 3.19.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.1% under the age of 18, 12.1% from 18 to 24, 24.7% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 11.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,500, and the median income for a family was $33,250. Males had a median income of $24,375 versus $17,778 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,378. About 9.3% of families and 15.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 36.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 5.6% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Holton USD 336 public school district.

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Holton, Kansas

Holton is a city in and the county seat of Jackson County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 3,401.

History
The party that chose the site of Holton started at Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in May 1856. A train of six covered wagons, each drawn by two yoke of oxen, started the long trek to take Free State settlers to Kansas. They were financed by the Kansas Society of Milwaukee which was headed by Edward Dwight Holton, the Milwaukee abolitionist. They met General James H. Lane with two hundred men at Nebraska City, Nebraska, a rendezvous for Free State men. They followed the Jim Lane Road into Kansas approximately thirty miles. They came to Elk Creek, $2 1/2$ miles west of Holton, where they cut timbers to make a bridge, crossed it and made camp where Central School now stands. They liked the two streams (later named Banner Creek and Elk Creek) and the pleasant grassy hills, so they decided to stay. A company was organized and a civil engineer who was with them commenced the survey. They named the new town in honor of Holton.

A log house 20 x was erected; it was so planned that is could be used for a fort and was known as Jim Lane's Fort. In the spring of 1857, J. B. Ingerson surveyed the townsite lots.

The county that contains Holton was previously named Calhoun County for the pro-slavery South Carolina Senator John C. Calhoun. In 1859 the name was changed to Jackson County. Holton was chosen as the county seat in 1858. A frame building served as the first courthouse on the east side of the square, near the middle of the block. The first courthouse was built in the center of the square in 1872. The present courthouse was completed in 1921.

In 1859, the abolitionist John Brown took a group of escaped slaves through Holton, leading to an incident known as the Battle of the Spurs.

In 1859, Holton had seven dwellings, one store, a blacksmith shop and a steam saw mill. The census taken in April, 1857, gave Holton 291 people; in 1860 the population was 1,936. In 1859 the city was incorporated.

In 1879, the residents of Jackson County, Kansas decided to form a university in Holton. It was funded by mining magnate, A. C. Campbell, a former resident who had moved to Utah, and thus named Campbell University. In 1902 it merged with Lane University and became Campbell College. In 1913, it merged with Kansas City University, then later closed in 1933. The former site of the college later became the location of Holton High School.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.78 sqmi, of which, 2.70 sqmi is land and 0.08 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, Holton has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 3,401 people, 1,410 households, and 784 families in Holton. The population density was 1,270.9 per square mile (490.7/km$2$). There were 1,599 housing units at an average density of 597.5 per square mile (230.7/km$2$). The racial makeup was 83.68% (2,846) white or European American (80.62% non-Hispanic white), 1.82% (62) black or African-American, 3.32% (113) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.59% (20) Asian, 0.12% (4) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 2.68% (91) from other races, and 7.79% (265) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 8.91% (303) of the population.

Of the 1,410 households, 29.8% had children under the age of 18; 38.6% were married couples living together; 35.8% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 38.9% of households consisted of individuals and 19.6% 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 2.7. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 15.3% of the population.

24.7% of the population was under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 23.5% from 25 to 44, 22.0% from 45 to 64, and 21.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39.2 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 $47,642 (with a margin of error of +/- $7,001) and the median family income was $60,909 (+/- $10,042). Males had a median income of $36,654 (+/- $4,920) versus $16,098 (+/- $2,777) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $21,928 (+/- $4,959). Approximately, 14.8% of families and 16.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.1% of those under the age of 18 and 1.8% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 3,329 people, 1,442 households, and 832 families living in the city. The population density was 1233.0 PD/sqmi. There were 1,652 housing units at an average density of 611.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 89.7% White, 1.1% African American, 3.4% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 2.0% from other races, and 3.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.9% of the population.

There were 1,442 households, of which 29.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.9% were married couples living together, 12.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 42.3% were non-families. 37.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.95.

The median age in the city was 40.2 years. 24.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.9% were from 25 to 44; 23.8% were from 45 to 64; and 20.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.6% male and 53.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,353 people, 1,396 households, and 862 families living in the city. The population density was 1,369.2 PD/sqmi. There were 1,522 housing units at an average density of 621.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.14% White, 1.13% African American, 2.89% Native American, 0.21% Asian, 0.54% from other races, and 2.09% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.18% of the population.

There were 1,396 households, out of which 28.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.6% were married couples living together, 11.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.2% were non-families. 34.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.8% 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 2.88.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 25.0% from 25 to 44, 19.3% from 45 to 64, and 24.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 80.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,866, and the median income for a family was $44,591. Males had a median income of $32,241 versus $24,006 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,459. About 8.1% of families and 11.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.9% of those under age 18 and 11.9% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Holton USD 336 public school district and Holton High School.

Notable people

 * Case Broderick, politician
 * Bill James, baseball writer and statistician
 * Lynn Jenkins, U.S. Congresswoman and House Republican Conference Vice-Chair, graduate of Holton High School
 * Kendall McComas, child actor, Our Gang
 * Harold B. Minor, diplomat
 * Danny J. Petersen, posthumous Medal of Honor recipient
 * Frank C. Pomeroy, state legislator
 * Pat Roberts, U.S. Senator and 1954 graduate of Holton High School
 * Robin Utterback, artist
 * Bernice T. Van der Vries, Illinois state legislator, was born in Holton.

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Hoyt, Kansas

Hoyt is a city in Jackson County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 593.

History
Hoyt was founded in 1886. It was named for George Henry Hoyt, an abolitionist and attorney for John Brown.

The Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad originally went through Hoyt and in the late 1890s and early 1900s, Hoyt was a large cattle and hay shipping point between St. Joseph, Missouri and Herington, Kansas. The Rock Island Line as it was often referred to, last operated in 1980. Today, besides aerial photography there is little traces left of the railroad line.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.50 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, Hoyt has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 593 people, 238 households, and 157 families in Hoyt. The population density was 1,264.4 per square mile (488.2/km$2$). There were 259 housing units at an average density of 552.2 per square mile (213.2/km$2$). The racial makeup was 83.31% (494) white or European American (80.78% non-Hispanic white), 0.67% (4) black or African-American, 6.58% (39) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.67% (4) Asian, 0.17% (1) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 2.02% (12) from other races, and 6.58% (39) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.55% (27) of the population.

Of the 238 households, 37.0% had children under the age of 18; 46.2% were married couples living together; 26.5% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 26.9% of households consisted of individuals and 10.1% 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 2.5. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 16.4% of the population.

26.0% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 27.3% from 45 to 64, and 12.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36.1 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.3 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 101.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $58,472 (with a margin of error of +/- $13,989) and the median family income was $65,208 (+/- $21,535). Males had a median income of $39,922 (+/- $6,437) versus $40,543 (+/- $6,862) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $40,352 (+/- $3,997). Approximately, 11.1% of families and 9.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.0% of those under the age of 18 and 3.7% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 669 people, 253 households, and 184 families residing in the city. The population density was 1338.0 PD/sqmi. There were 269 housing units at an average density of 538.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 85.5% White, 0.1% African American, 9.6% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.9% from other races, and 2.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.1% of the population.

There were 253 households, of which 41.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.0% were married couples living together, 15.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.3% were non-families. 23.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.1% 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 3.10.

The median age in the city was 34 years. 30.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 29.6% were from 25 to 44; 21.4% were from 45 to 64; and 10.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.2% male and 50.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 571 people, 206 households, and 156 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,336.5 PD/sqmi. There were 219 housing units at an average density of 512.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.05% White, 2.98% Native American, 0.53% Asian, 0.70% from other races, and 1.75% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.63% of the population.

There were 206 households, out of which 42.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.7% were married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.8% were non-families. 20.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.7% 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 3.18.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 32.2% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 31.3% from 25 to 44, 17.7% from 45 to 64, and 11.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $46,806, and the median income for a family was $46,806. Males had a median income of $35,188 versus $22,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,116. About 4.2% of families and 7.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.3% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Royal Valley USD 337 public school district, and Royal Valley High School.

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Mayetta, Kansas

Mayetta is a city in Jackson County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population is 348.

History
Mayetta was laid out and platted in 1886. It was named after Mary Henrietta Lunger, the town founder's young daughter who had died some time before.

The first post office in Mayetta was established in February 1886.

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

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 348 people, 134 households, and 92 families in Mayetta. The population density was 2,059.2 per square mile (795.0/km$2$). There were 142 housing units at an average density of 840.2 per square mile (324.4/km$2$). The racial makeup was 72.7% (253) white or European American (70.4% non-Hispanic white), 0.86% (3) black or African-American, 18.1% (63) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.57% (2) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 7.76% (27) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 6.32% (22) of the population.

Of the 134 households, 39.6% had children under the age of 18; 40.3% were married couples living together; 29.9% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 23.1% of households consisted of individuals and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.7 and the average family size was 3.3. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 9.2% of the population.

24.1% of the population was under the age of 18, 12.4% from 18 to 24, 26.4% from 25 to 44, 24.1% from 45 to 64, and 12.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.4 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 91.3 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 +/- $10,851) and the median family income was $44,375 (+/- $10,700). Males had a median income of $32,500 (+/- $6,486) versus $24,375 (+/- $5,962) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $30,192 (+/- $5,988). Approximately, 13.2% of families and 9.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.9% of those under the age of 18 and 17.1% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 341 people, 125 households, and 85 families living in the city. The population density was 2005.9 PD/sqmi. There were 131 housing units at an average density of 770.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 82.1% White, 1.5% African American, 11.1% Native American, 0.3% from other races, and 5.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.1% of the population.

There were 125 households, of which 43.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.4% were married couples living together, 16.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 8.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.0% were non-families. 26.4% 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 2.73 and the average family size was 3.15.

The median age in the city was 32.5 years. 32.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 29.5% were from 25 to 44; 22.8% were from 45 to 64; and 7.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.5% male and 47.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 312 people, 111 households, and 75 families living in the city. The population density was 1,888.7 PD/sqmi. There were 121 housing units at an average density of 732.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 80.77% White, 14.10% Native American, 0.32% from other races, and 4.81% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.96% of the population.

There were 111 households, out of which 46.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.4% were married couples living together, 15.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.4% were non-families. 24.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.81 and the average family size was 3.40.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 37.2% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 31.4% from 25 to 44, 15.1% from 45 to 64, and 8.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 28 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $38,542, and the median income for a family was $43,500. Males had a median income of $25,313 versus $21,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,800. About 2.4% of families and 3.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.4% of those under age 18 and 4.5% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
The Prairie Band Casino & Resort has operated, under various management, since 1998.

Education
The community is served by Royal Valley USD 337 public school district.

Notable people

 * Minnie Evans, leader of the Potawatomi Nation, was born in Mayetta and Bill James, an expert baseball writer, grew up here.

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Netawaka, Kansas

Netawaka is a city in Jackson County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 139.

History
Netawaka was founded in 1866. Netawaka is a Potawatomi name meaning "grand view".

The first post office in Netawaka was established in January 1868.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.98 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 139 people, 49 households, and 39 families in Netawaka. The population density was 143.6 per square mile (55.4/km$2$). There were 61 housing units at an average density of 63.0 per square mile (24.3/km$2$). The racial makeup was 88.49% (123) white or European American (86.33% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 3.6% (5) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.72% (1) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 7.19% (10) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 2.88% (4) of the population.

Of the 49 households, 28.6% had children under the age of 18; 69.4% were married couples living together; 16.3% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 16.3% of households consisted of individuals and 6.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.2 and the average family size was 2.6. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 9.4% of the population.

18.7% of the population was under the age of 18, 11.5% from 18 to 24, 15.8% from 25 to 44, 36.0% from 45 to 64, and 18.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.5 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 101.8 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $60,000 (with a margin of error of +/- $15,285) and the median family income was $71,250 (+/- $9,650). Males had a median income of $36,250 (+/- $5,416) versus $22,031 (+/- $16,643) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $32,656 (+/- $4,589). Approximately, 11.1% of families and 19.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 38.9% of those under the age of 18 and 12.5% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
At the 2010 census there were 143 people in 58 households, including 43 families, in the city. The population density was 145.9 PD/sqmi. There were 62 housing units at an average density of 63.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.9% White, 0.7% African American, and 1.4% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.4%.

Of the 58 households 31.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.1% were married couples living together, 6.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 25.9% were non-families. 24.1% of households were one person and 6.9% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 2.88.

The median age was 44.5 years. 23.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21% were from 25 to 44; 39.2% were from 45 to 64; and 10.5% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.8% male and 46.2% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 170 people in 62 households, including 47 families, in the city. The population density was 174.1 PD/sqmi. There were 66 housing units at an average density of 67.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.12% White, 5.29% Native American, and 0.59% from two or more races.

Of the 62 households 40.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.5% were married couples living together, 6.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.6% were non-families. 22.6% of households were one person and 9.7% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.74 and the average family size was 3.10.

The age distribution was 31.2% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 27.1% from 25 to 44, 25.3% from 45 to 64, and 10.6% 65 or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 123.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.3 males.

The median household income was $30,417 and the median family income was $35,000. Males had a median income of $29,688 versus $16,719 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,705. About 20.5% of families and 19.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.4% of those under the age of eighteen and 45.5% of those sixty five or over.

Education
The community is served by North Jackson USD 335 public school district.

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Soldier, Kansas

Soldier is a city in Jackson County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 102.

History
The first settlement was made at Soldier in 1877, and the town was laid out in the same year. Soldier took its name from Soldier Creek. The city was incorporated in 1896.

A tornado in 1883 destroyed 18 buildings and killed 4 people. Soldier was affected by the June 2008 tornado outbreak sequence: a man was found dead outside the city on the morning of June 11, 2008, killed by a tornado estimated at 1/2 mi wide.

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

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by relatively high temperatures and evenly distributed precipitation throughout the year. According to the Köppen climate classification system, Soldier has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

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

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 136 people, 48 households, and 33 families living in the city. The population density was 906.7 PD/sqmi. There were 56 housing units at an average density of 373.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.4% White, 3.7% Native American, 0.7% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

There were 48 households, of which 41.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.1% were married couples living together, 10.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.3% were non-families. 29.2% 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 2.83 and the average family size was 3.52.

The median age in the city was 33.5 years. 39% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.1% were from 25 to 44; 21.3% were from 45 to 64; and 13.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 55.1% male and 44.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 122 people, 45 households, and 31 families living in the city. The population density was 800.6 PD/sqmi. There were 58 housing units at an average density of 380.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 81.15% White, 15.57% Native American, and 3.28% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.56% of the population.

There were 45 households, out of which 37.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.2% were married couples living together, 17.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.1% were non-families. 31.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.35.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 32.0% under the age of 18, 10.7% from 18 to 24, 21.3% from 25 to 44, 18.9% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $18,750, and the median income for a family was $46,000. Males had a median income of $25,417 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,768. There were 11.5% of families and 21.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including 23.1% of under eighteens and 42.9% of those over 64.

Religion
One church is located in Soldier: Soldier Christian Church

Economy
Beside its post office, only one business is located in the city: the Soldier Grill, a restaurant. Another business, the Red Rock Ranch, lies 1.5 mi outside of the city limits.

Education
The community is served by North Jackson USD 335 public school district.

Soldier High School won the Kansas State High School boys class BB Indoor Track & Field championship in 1964.

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Whiting, Kansas

Whiting is a city in Jackson County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 191.

History
Whiting was founded in 1866. It was named for Mrs. Martha S. Whiting, who became the second wife of Senator Samuel C. Pomeroy.

The first post office in Whiting was established in June 1869.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.00 sqmi, all of it land.

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

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 187 people, 84 households, and 51 families residing in the city. The population density was 187.0 PD/sqmi. There were 95 housing units at an average density of 95.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.4% White, 1.6% Native American, and 7.0% from two or more races.

There were 84 households, of which 26.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.0% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.3% were non-families. 34.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.80.

The median age in the city was 41.3 years. 21.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.7% were from 25 to 44; 30% were from 45 to 64; and 15.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.1% male and 51.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 206 people, 91 households, and 55 families residing in the city. The population density was 204.6 PD/sqmi. There were 109 housing units at an average density of 108.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.63% White, 3.40% Native American, and 0.97% from two or more races.

There were 91 households, out of which 26.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.5% were married couples living together, 6.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.5% were non-families. 37.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.8% under the age of 18, 9.2% from 18 to 24, 29.1% from 25 to 44, 22.3% from 45 to 64, and 15.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,792, and the median income for a family was $39,167. Males had a median income of $30,694 versus $19,792 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,353. About 9.6% of families and 14.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 16.0% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by North Jackson USD 335 public school district.

Whiting High School was closed through school unification. The Whiting High School mascot was Eagles.

Notable people

 * Anna Estelle Arnold (1879-1942), school teacher, administrator, textbook publisher

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McLouth, Kansas

McLouth is a city in Jefferson County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 859.

History
McLouth was founded in the 1880s. It was named for Amos McLouth, the original owner of the town site.

The first post office in McLouth was established in May 1882.

Since 1957, McLouth has been the site of the Threshing Bee and Fall Festival, a celebration of antique farm machinery.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.60 sqmi, of which, 0.59 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 859 people, 346 households, and 232 families in McLouth. The population density was 1,491.3 per square mile (575.8/km$2$). There were 374 housing units at an average density of 649.3 per square mile (250.7/km$2$). The racial makeup was 91.97% (790) white or European American (89.76% non-Hispanic white), 0.35% (3) black or African-American, 0.35% (3) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.12% (1) Asian, 0.12% (1) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.35% (3) from other races, and 6.75% (58) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 3.49% (30) of the population.

Of the 346 households, 34.1% had children under the age of 18; 49.7% were married couples living together; 24.6% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 26.9% of households consisted of individuals and 13.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.8 and the average family size was 3.3. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 15.6% of the population.

27.2% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.3% from 18 to 24, 26.9% from 25 to 44, 24.7% from 45 to 64, and 13.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35.2 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.4 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 102.9 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $50,776 (with a margin of error of +/- $6,476) and the median family income was $54,917 (+/- $13,357). Males had a median income of $34,583 (+/- $8,727) versus $23,516 (+/- $7,400) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $32,177 (+/- $4,962). Approximately, 10.5% of families and 14.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.9% of those under the age of 18 and 6.8% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 880 people, 341 households, and 240 families living in the city. The population density was 1491.5 PD/sqmi. There were 384 housing units at an average density of 650.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.6% White, 0.8% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.8% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 341 households, of which 40.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.6% were married couples living together, 12.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.6% were non-families. 25.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.3% 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 3.11.

The median age in the city was 32.2 years. 31.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.4% were from 25 to 44; 22.7% were from 45 to 64; and 12.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.9% male and 51.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 868 people, 326 households, and 246 families living in the city. The population density was 1,800.4 PD/sqmi. There were 350 housing units at an average density of 726.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.24% White, 0.23% African American, 0.92% Native American, 0.12% Asian, and 1.50% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.92% of the population.

There were 326 households, out of which 39.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.7% were married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.5% were non-families. 20.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.66 and the average family size was 3.07.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.6% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 32.4% from 25 to 44, 17.5% from 45 to 64, and 11.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $40,865, and the median income for a family was $44,063. Males had a median income of $36,100 versus $22,273 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,012. About 4.7% of families and 7.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.1% of those under age 18 and 16.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by McLouth USD 342 public school district, which administers the elementary, middle and high schools on one campus. The buildings are attached and share some facilities. The district offers special education for 3 and 4 year olds, a 4year old at risk program, and kindergarten through 12th grade. McLouth High School offers dual credit courses with Kansas community colleges. In the 2014–2015 school year, there were 243 students in the elementary school, 115 students in the middle school and 171 students in the high school. The average dropout rate for 2008-2014 was 0.9%.

title: McLouth, Kansas


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Meriden, Kansas

Meriden is a city in Jefferson County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 744.

History
Meriden was founded in 1872. It was named by a pioneer settler for his former hometown of Meriden, New Hampshire.

Several streets in Meriden are named after early settlers. Owens Street is named after Albert Owens, whom owned the land that Meriden was originally platted on in 1872. Dawson Street is named after Dr. A. Dawson, who was the first to build a dwelling in Meriden.

The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad originally went through the town. A depot was built in 1873. The railroad officially ceased operations on December 31, 1996. Today, there are little remnants left of the railroad line besides a few old train bridges on private property in the surrounding area.

Geography
Meriden is located at 39.19°N, -95.56833°W (39.1890, -95.5684). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.79 sqmi, of which 0.78 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 744 people, 298 households, and 190 families in Meriden. The population density was 984.1 per square mile (380.0/km$2$). There were 333 housing units at an average density of 440.5 per square mile (170.1/km$2$). The racial makeup was 89.52% (666) white or European American (86.83% non-Hispanic white), 0.81% (6) black or African-American, 2.42% (18) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.81% (6) from other races, and 6.45% (48) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.44% (33) of the population.

Of the 298 households, 36.2% had children under the age of 18; 41.6% were married couples living together; 28.2% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 29.2% of households consisted of individuals and 12.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.5 and the average family size was 2.8. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 10.5% of the population.

26.1% of the population was under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 27.8% from 25 to 44, 25.0% from 45 to 64, and 14.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37.6 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.3 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 105.2 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $61,168 (with a margin of error of +/- $5,081) and the median family income was $62,083 (+/- $8,995). Males had a median income of $40,682 (+/- $9,759) versus $24,886 (+/- $12,192) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $34,286 (+/- $4,345). Approximately, 7.5% of families and 8.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.3% of those under the age of 18 and 8.9% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 813 people, 315 households, and 215 families living in the city. The population density was 1042.3 PD/sqmi. There were 336 housing units at an average density of 430.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.8% White, 1.4% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

There were 315 households, of which 43.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.5% were married couples living together, 15.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.7% were non-families. 25.7% 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 2.58 and the average family size was 3.12.

The median age in the city was 33.5 years. 30.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.8% were from 25 to 44; 25.3% were from 45 to 64; and 8.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.2% male and 48.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 706 people, 260 households, and 198 families living in the city. The population density was 1,986.0 PD/sqmi. There were 279 housing units at an average density of 784.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.17% White, 0.99% Native American, 0.14% from other races, and 1.70% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.99% of the population.

There were 260 households, out of which 45.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.6% were married couples living together, 16.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.5% were non-families. 20.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.72 and the average family size was 3.14.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 32.4% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 33.7% from 25 to 44, 16.9% from 45 to 64, and 9.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $40,221, and the median income for a family was $45,278. Males had a median income of $35,515 versus $25,769 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,008. About 4.5% of families and 5.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.5% of those under age 18 and 1.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Jefferson West USD 340 public school district.

title: Meriden, Kansas