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Wilsey, Kansas

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

History
An agricultural-based community, Wilsey was named after pioneer John D. Wilsey. In the early 1880s, the Missouri Pacific Railroad was built through the county, at which time Wilsey established the city. The community once supported a business district and schools.

The post office in Wilsey was discontinued in 1997.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.28 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, Wilsey has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 153 people, 66 households, and 43 families residing in the city. The population density was 546.4 PD/sqmi. There were 88 housing units at an average density of 314.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 89.5% White, 2.6% African American, 1.3% Native American, 3.9% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.2% of the population.

There were 66 households, of which 24.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.5% were married couples living together, 4.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.8% were non-families. 30.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.91.

The median age in the city was 41.8 years. 22.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21% were from 25 to 44; 28.1% were from 45 to 64; and 19.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.9% male and 47.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 191 people, 77 households, and 51 families residing in the city. The population density was 696.6 PD/sqmi. There were 86 housing units at an average density of 313.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.38% White and 2.62% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.52% of the population.

There were 77 households, out of which 33.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.4% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.5% were non-families. 32.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 31.4% under the age of 18, 3.7% from 18 to 24, 26.7% from 25 to 44, 21.5% from 45 to 64, and 16.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $29,688, and the median income for a family was $37,500. Males had a median income of $26,875 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,781. About 2.0% of families and 5.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.8% of those under the age of eighteen and 11.4% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Morris County USD 417 public school district. The district high school is Council Grove High School.

Wilsey schools were closed through school unification. The Wilsey Wildcats won the Kansas State High School boys class BB basketball championship in 1961.

title: Wilsey, Kansas


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Elkhart, Kansas

Elkhart is a city in and the county seat of Morton County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,888. The south edge of the city is the Kansas-Oklahoma state border, and the city is 8.5 mi from the Kansas-Colorado border.

History
Elkhart was founded in 1913, and was named after Elkhart, Indiana.

Elkhart was the starting point of the Elkhart and Santa Fe Railway. This line, both leased to and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway, was built in 1925 to Felt, Oklahoma, and extended into New Mexico in 1932; but, was abandoned in 1942.

In 1961, the county seat was moved from Richfield to Elkhart.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.11 sqmi, all of it land.

Climate
Elkhart has a cool semi-arid climate (Köppen BSk) characterized by generally dry winters with extreme temperature variations, and hot summers with occasional heavy precipitation from thunder showers or storms.

During winter, because western Kansas lies both on the edge of the subtropical anticyclones and in the rain shadow of westerly winds crossing the Rocky Mountains, the region is generally dry: no measurable precipitation fell in Elkhart between 25 December 1903 and 2 April 1904, while monthly precipitation above 2 in has never been recorded during January and is observed fewer than one year in ten during November, December or February. Temperatures can vary greatly during this season: strong chinook winds can drive temperatures above 80 F even in the depth of winter, with 70 F reached on average during six days between December and February, seven during November and eight during March. Nevertheless, cold outbreaks from Canada drive temperatures to or below 0 F on an average of 3.6 nights per winter. The coldest temperature recorded in Elkhart has been −22 F on January 19, 1984, while the hottest winter temperature has been 87 F on February 1, 1963.

Snowfall is generally light due to dryness; however in the extremely wet and cold February 1903, 41.0 in fell, being the major factor behind a record seasonal snowfall of 59.0 in between July 1902 and June 1903. In contrast, only a trace of snow was recorded between July 1949 and January 1950.

In the summer, the climate is generally very hot with relief from thunderstorms that provide most of the 18.9 in of precipitation expected during one year. When an upper level anticyclone moves poleward, the atmosphere can become very stable and produce sustained extreme heat: in the hottest month of July 1980 the average maximum was 103.0 F and all but seven days topped 100 F. When the high retreats southward or a trough forms over the interior of the United States during the summer, however, precipitation can be heavy, with 10.91 in falling in April 2016, 10.19 in in June 2004 and 9.86 in in July 1927. The wettest calendar year has been 1941 with 29.74 in and the driest 1937 when only 9.03 in fell.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 1,888 people, 729 households, and 469 families in Elkhart. The population density was 919.2 per square mile (354.9/km$2$). There were 907 housing units at an average density of 441.6 per square mile (170.5/km$2$). The racial makeup was 75.05% (1,417) white or European American (69.97% non-Hispanic white), 0.74% (14) black or African-American, 0.74% (14) Native American or Alaska Native, 1.17% (22) Asian, 0.26% (5) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 10.22% (193) from other races, and 11.81% (223) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 23.52% (444) of the population.

Of the 729 households, 31.7% had children under the age of 18; 50.3% were married couples living together; 24.3% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 29.2% of households consisted of individuals and 16.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.2 and the average family size was 3.3. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 10.9% of the population.

25.0% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 21.8% from 25 to 44, 24.0% from 45 to 64, and 21.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41.1 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.5 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 109.2 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $40,765 (with a margin of error of +/- $7,305) and the median family income was $49,957 (+/- $15,144). Males had a median income of $33,125 (+/- $16,302) versus $26,868 (+/- $23,251) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $29,531 (+/- $15,296). Approximately, 13.6% of families and 18.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.8% of those under the age of 18 and 17.3% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,205 people, 856 households, and 571 families residing in the city. The population density was 1045.0 PD/sqmi. There were 999 housing units at an average density of 473.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 87.7% White, 0.1% African American, 1.2% Native American, 2.5% Asian, 6.8% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 20.7% of the population.

There were 856 households, of which 33.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.9% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.3% 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 2.48 and the average family size was 3.07.

The median age in the city was 38.4 years. 26.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23% were from 25 to 44; 25.6% were from 45 to 64; and 17.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.7% male and 52.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,233 people, 854 households, and 610 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,205.0 PD/sqmi. There were 977 housing units at an average density of 527.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 89.34% White, 0.09% African American, 1.16% Native American, 1.25% Asian, 6.63% from other races, and 1.52% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 13.39% of the population.

There were 854 households, out of which 36.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.9% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.5% were non-families. 26.1% 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 2.55 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.0% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 27.4% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 14.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,333, and the median income for a family was $43,548. Males had a median income of $33,333 versus $19,792 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,900. About 7.3% of families and 9.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.8% of those under age 18 and 4.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Elkhart USD 218 public school district. The Elkhart High School mascot is Wildcats.

Area attractions

 * Cimarron National Grassland

Elkhart is home to multiple locations relevant to the Santa Fe Trail, including
 * Point of Rocks—Middle Spring Santa Fe Trail Historic District, 2.5 miles (4.0 km) south of K-51 and 2 miles (3.2 km) west of K-27
 * Santa Fe Trail—Cimarron National Grassland Segment 1, 2.0 miles (3.2 km) south of K-51 at the Colorado–Kansas state line
 * Santa Fe Trail—Cimarron National Grassland Segment 2, 1.66 miles (2.67 km) south of K-51 and 1 mile (1.6 km) east of County Road 2
 * Santa Fe Trail—Cimarron National Grassland Segment 3, FSR-600, east and west sides of k-27
 * Santa Fe Trail—Cimarron National Grassland Segment 4, 2.5 miles (4.0 km) east of K-27, north of FSR-600
 * Santa Fe Trail—Cimarron National Grassland Segment 5

Notable people

 * Sanora Babb, writer.
 * Walter Baker, sprinter, 2-time Olympic medalist (1952 and 1956).
 * Glenn Cunningham, long distance runner, used to hold 1-mile world record, Olympic silver medalist 1936.
 * Robelyn Garcia, former professional basketball player.
 * Jerry Simmons, NFL strength and conditioning coach for 23 years, father of Jordon, uncle of Darrin.
 * Darrin Simmons, football coach, special teams for the Cincinnati Bengals.

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Richfield, Kansas

Richfield is a city in Morton County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 30.

19th century
Richfield was platted in 1885 and was named for the fertility of the land. A town was built up quickly: in less than one year, Richfield had 600 inhabitants. In 1886, Morton County was founded and Richfield was established as the county seat.

20th century
By 1900, the population of Richfield had declined to 61.

In the 1930s, the area was further affected by its location within the Dust Bowl. This catastrophe intensified the economic impact of the Great Depression in the region.

In 1961, the county seat was moved from Richfield to Elkhart. Richfield has subsequently been the center for basic services for residents of the surrounding rural region: school, postal, fire and police, food and fuel.

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

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 30 people, 17 households, and 15 families in Richfield. The population density was 29.9 per square mile (11.5/km$2$). There were 21 housing units at an average density of 20.9 per square mile (8.1/km$2$). The racial makeup was 83.33% (25) white or European American (83.33% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 16.67% (5) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 3.33% (1) of the population.

Of the 17 households, 29.4% had children under the age of 18; 70.6% were married couples living together; 29.4% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 5.9% of households consisted of individuals and 0.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.5 and the average family size was 3.5. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 3.3% of the population.

23.3% of the population was under the age of 18, 0.0% from 18 to 24, 30.0% from 25 to 44, 16.7% from 45 to 64, and 30.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.3 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 130.0 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $105,000 (with a margin of error of +/- $15,368) and the median family income was $105,000 (+/- $15,368). Males had a median income of $71,250 (+/- $59,117) versus $20,625 (+/- $10,464) for females. Approximately, 0.0% of families and 0.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.0% of those under the age of 18 and 0.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 43 people, 20 households, and 15 families residing in the city. The population density was 43.0 PD/sqmi. There were 25 housing units at an average density of 25.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 20 households, of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.0% were married couples living together, 5.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.0% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10% 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 2.53.

The median age in the city was 50.5 years. 16.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.6% were from 25 to 44; 18.7% were from 45 to 64; and 32.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 44.2% male and 55.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 48 people, 25 households, and 14 families residing in the city. The population density was 48.1 PD/sqmi. There were 26 housing units at an average density of 26.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 25 households, out of which 20.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.0% were married couples living together, 4.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 44.0% were non-families. 40.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 28.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.92 and the average family size was 2.57.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 16.7% under the age of 18, 4.2% from 18 to 24, 22.9% from 25 to 44, 33.3% from 45 to 64, and 22.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 52 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,813, and the median income for a family was $42,500. Males had a median income of $33,750 versus $12,083 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,974. There were no families and 10.3% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Rolla, Kansas

Rolla is a city in Morton County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 384.

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, but keeping title to about 7,500 square miles. 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 1848, after the Mexican–American War, the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo with Spain brought into the United States all or part of land for ten future states, including southwest Kansas.

In 1854, the Kansas Territory was organized, then in 1861 Kansas became the 34th U.S. state. In 1886, Morton County was established, which included the land for modern day Rolla.

20th century
The first post office at Rolla was established in 1907. Rolla was laid out in 1913. Rolla is named after Rollie Ray Williamson, who came to Western Kansas in 1907 in a covered wagon with his mother and uncle to meet his father, who had homesteaded in the area.

In the 1930s, the prosperity of the area was severely affected by its location within the Dust Bowl. This catastrophe intensified the economic impact of the Great Depression in the region.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.37 sqmi, all of it land.

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

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 442 people, 166 households, and 124 families residing in the city. The population density was 1194.6 PD/sqmi. There were 190 housing units at an average density of 513.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 83.3% White, 1.1% African American, 1.6% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.9% Pacific Islander, 9.5% from other races, and 3.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 24.2% of the population.

There were 166 households, of which 39.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.2% were married couples living together, 11.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 25.3% were non-families. 22.9% 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 2.66 and the average family size was 3.11.

The median age in the city was 35.1 years. 30.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.4% were from 25 to 44; 26.3% were from 45 to 64; and 10.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.7% male and 49.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 482 people, 165 households, and 121 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,411.1 PD/sqmi. There were 199 housing units at an average density of 582.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 81.95% White, 1.87% Native American, 0.41% Asian, 12.45% from other races, and 3.32% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 22.41% of the population.

There were 165 households, out of which 41.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.6% were married couples living together, 6.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.1% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.92 and the average family size was 3.54.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 35.7% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 17.6% from 45 to 64, and 11.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $38,500, and the median income for a family was $43,750. Males had a median income of $24,886 versus $14,583 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,211. About 8.8% of families and 10.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.2% of those under age 18 and 5.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Rolla USD 217 public school district. The Rolla High School mascot is Pirates.

The Rolla Pirates won the Kansas State High School Class BB state basketball tournament in 1958, the 8-Man football championship in 1973 and the 8-Man DII football championship in 1996.

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Bern, Kansas

Bern is a city in Nemaha County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 161.

History
Bern had its start in the late 1880s by the building of the railroad through that territory. It was named by Swiss immigrants after Bern, the capital of Switzerland.

Geography
Bern is located at 39.96222°N, -95.97194°W (39.9622218, -95.9719422). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.29 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 161 people, 66 households, and 39 families in Bern. The population density was 566.9 per square mile (218.9/km$2$). There were 88 housing units at an average density of 309.9 per square mile (119.6/km$2$). The racial makeup was 90.06% (145) white or European American (90.06% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 1.86% (3) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 3.11% (5) from other races, and 4.97% (8) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 3.73% (6) of the population.

Of the 66 households, 27.3% had children under the age of 18; 53.0% were married couples living together; 21.2% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 31.8% of households consisted of individuals and 15.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.6 and the average family size was 2.9. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 18.0% of the population.

26.1% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 22.4% from 25 to 44, 28.6% from 45 to 64, and 15.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.0 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 101.7 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 +/- $36,761) and the median family income was $50,625 (+/- $45,815). Males had a median income of $35,000 (+/- $15,875) versus $37,500 (+/- $34,708) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $36,250 (+/- $20,828). Approximately, 27.9% of families and 30.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 64.3% 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 166 people, 81 households, and 45 families residing in the city. The population density was 572.4 PD/sqmi. There were 95 housing units at an average density of 327.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.0% White, 0.6% African American, 3.0% Native American, 3.0% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.0% of the population.

There were 81 households, of which 21.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.1% were married couples living together, 4.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.4% were non-families. 40.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.05 and the average family size was 2.73.

The median age in the city was 43.5 years. 18.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.8% were from 25 to 44; 28.2% were from 45 to 64; and 19.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.8% male and 48.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 204 people, 86 households, and 55 families residing in the city. The population density was 748.7 PD/sqmi. There were 102 housing units at an average density of 374.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.51% White, and 0.49% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.96% of the population.

There were 86 households, out of which 37.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.8% were married couples living together, 3.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.9% were non-families, and 24.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 3.02.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.5% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 26.0% from 25 to 44, 21.6% from 45 to 64, and 18.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $40,417, and the median income for a family was $49,000. Males had a median income of $34,063 versus $21,563 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,254. About 7.4% of families and 7.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 5.7% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Prairie Hills USD 113 public school district, formed in 2010 by the merger of Sabetha USD 441 and Axtel USD 488. The school board voted close Bern Elementary and High School.

Notable person

 * Herman F. Krueger, Speaker of the Wyoming House of Representatives

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Centralia, Kansas

Centralia is a city in Nemaha County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 485.

History
Centralia was founded in 1859, one mile north of the present town. When a railroad was built through the territory in 1867, Centralia was moved to the site. Centralia was incorporated in 1882. One of the early residents of Centralia was Floyd Perry Baker, a Kansas politician and newspaper editor, who moved there with his family from Andrew County, Missouri around 1860.

In 1901, Centralia was the scene of violent conflicts between whites and African Americans. By this time, Centralia had a sundown town policy forbidding blacks from living in the area.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.47 sqmi, all 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, Centralia has a humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 485 people, 193 households, and 122 families in Centralia. The population density was 1,068.3 per square mile (412.5/km$2$). There were 221 housing units at an average density of 486.8 per square mile (187.9/km$2$). The racial makeup was 92.16% (447) white or European American (90.52% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.82% (4) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.82% (4) from other races, and 6.19% (30) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.33% (21) of the population.

Of the 193 households, 31.6% had children under the age of 18; 50.8% were married couples living together; 20.2% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 33.7% of households consisted of individuals and 15.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.3 and the average family size was 2.6. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 36.1% of the population.

24.9% of the population was under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 24.7% from 25 to 44, 22.1% from 45 to 64, and 20.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37.7 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.5 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 108.0 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $68,750 (with a margin of error of +/- $21,394) and the median family income was $76,786 (+/- $32,008). Males had a median income of $24,792 (+/- $17,172) versus $26,818 (+/- $6,844) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $26,250 (+/- $7,915). Approximately, 4.9% of families and 8.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.1% of those under the age of 18 and 4.5% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 512 people, 201 households, and 123 families residing in the city. The population density was 1089.4 PD/sqmi. There were 238 housing units at an average density of 506.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.5% White, 1.2% African American, 0.8% Native American, 0.8% Asian, 0.6% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.5% of the population.

There were 201 households, of which 30.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.8% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.8% were non-families. 35.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 3.02.

The median age in the city was 40.1 years. 25% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.4% were from 25 to 44; 22.8% were from 45 to 64; and 21.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.6% male and 49.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 534 people, 216 households, and 127 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,186.0 PD/sqmi. There were 235 housing units at an average density of 521.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.82% White, 0.19% African American, 0.94% Native American, 0.37% Pacific Islander, 0.19% from other races, and 1.50% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.81% of the population.

There were 216 households, out of which 27.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.6% were married couples living together, 3.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.2% were non-families. 38.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 28.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 3.13.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 21.7% from 25 to 44, 17.2% from 45 to 64, and 30.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $22,240, and the median income for a family was $32,625. Males had a median income of $22,500 versus $16,591 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,813. About 8.0% of families and 14.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.3% of those under age 18 and 16.6% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community and nearby rural areas are served by Vermillion USD 380 public school district.

Notable people

 * Floyd Baker, Kansas politician, lawyer, newspaper editor
 * John Riggins, NFL running back

title: Centralia, Kansas


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Corning, Kansas

Corning is a city in Nemaha County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 212.

History
Corning was founded in 1857 a mile and a half distant from the present town. In 1867, Corning was moved to the site it now occupies. It was named for Erastus Corning, of New York.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 212 people, 70 households, and 54 families in Corning. The population density was 697.4 per square mile (269.3/km$2$). There were 71 housing units at an average density of 233.6 per square mile (90.2/km$2$). The racial makeup was 97.64% (207) white or European American (97.64% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 2.36% (5) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 0.0% (0) of the population.

Of the 70 households, 51.4% had children under the age of 18; 64.3% were married couples living together; 11.4% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 17.1% of households consisted of individuals and 8.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.6 and the average family size was 3.3. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 12.3% of the population.

34.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 27.8% from 25 to 44, 18.9% from 45 to 64, and 10.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30.4 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.1 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 95.8 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $65,313 (with a margin of error of +/- $17,028) and the median family income was $76,250 (+/- $23,234). Males had a median income of $35,000 (+/- $5,856) versus $25,625 (+/- $14,035) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $30,781 (+/- $5,028). Approximately, 5.3% of families and 8.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.7% of those under the age of 18 and 0.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 157 people, 57 households, and 40 families residing in the city. The population density was 581.5 PD/sqmi. There were 67 housing units at an average density of 248.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.9% White, 2.5% Native American, 1.3% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.

There were 57 households, of which 42.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.6% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.8% were non-families. 26.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.75 and the average family size was 3.43.

The median age in the city was 32.8 years. 33.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 30.5% were from 25 to 44; 23.6% were from 45 to 64; and 8.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.6% male and 48.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 170 people, 64 households, and 41 families residing in the city. The population density was 614.4 PD/sqmi. There were 70 housing units at an average density of 253.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.47% White, 1.76% Native American, 1.18% Pacific Islander, 0.59% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.59% of the population.

There were 64 households, out of which 46.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.6% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.4% were non-families. 29.7% 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 2.66 and the average family size was 3.40.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 35.9% under the age of 18, 10.0% from 18 to 24, 27.1% from 25 to 44, 15.9% from 45 to 64, and 11.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 28 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,250, and the median income for a family was $32,500. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $17,083 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,135. About 6.8% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.8% of those under the age of eighteen and 15.4% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community and nearby rural areas are served by Vermillion USD 380 public school district.

title: Corning, Kansas


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Goff, Kansas

Goff is a city in Nemaha County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 106.

History
Goff had its start in the year 1880 on the building of the railroad through that territory. It was named for Edward H. Goff, aCentral Branch Union Pacific Railroad official..

The post office's name was officially spelled Goff's from 1880 until 1894.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.21 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 106 people, 36 households, and 19 families in Goff. The population density was 514.6 per square mile (198.7/km$2$). There were 52 housing units at an average density of 252.4 per square mile (97.5/km$2$). The racial makeup was 90.57% (96) white or European American (90.57% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.94% (1) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 8.49% (9) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 2.83% (3) of the population.

Of the 36 households, 30.6% had children under 18; 36.1% were married couples living together; 25.0% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 44.4% of households consisted of individuals, and 16.7% had someone living alone who was 65 or older. The average household size was 2.0, and the average family size was 2.4. The percentage of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 13.2%.

33.0% of the population was under 18, 10.4% from 18 to 24, 27.4% from 25 to 44, 14.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 28.3 years. For every 100 females, there were 79.7 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 77.5 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $51,875 (with a margin of error of +/- $32,088) and the median family income was $51,875 (+/- $39,092). Males had a median income of $47,917 (+/- $36,336). The median income for those above 16 was $25,750 (+/- $10,077). Approximately 27.6% of families and 28.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 48.0% of those under the age of 18 and 0.0% of those aged 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 126 people, 49 households, and 34 families residing in the city. The population density was 600.0 PD/sqmi. There were 62 housing units at an average density of 295.2 /sqmi. The city's racial makeup was 90.5% White, 1.6% Native American, 0.8% Asian, and 7.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.8% of the population.

There were 49 households, of which 40.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.9% were married couples living together, 12.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 10.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.6% were non-families. 22.4% of all households consisted of individuals, and 6.1% had someone living alone who was 65 or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.09.

The median age in the city was 33.3 years. 34.1% of residents were under 18; 3.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.1% were from 25 to 44; 23.9% were from 45 to 64; and 15.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 57.1% male and 42.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 181 people, 60 households, and 43 families residing in the city. The population density was 855.4 PD/sqmi. There were 72 housing units at an average density of 340.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.16% White, 1.66% African American, 2.21% Native American, 0.55% Asian, and 4.42% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.76% of the population.

There were 60 households, out of which 43.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.0% were married couples living together, 15.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.7% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.02 and the average family size was 3.66.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 38.1% under the age of 18, 9.9% from 18 to 24, 24.9% from 25 to 44, 14.9% from 45 to 64, and 12.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 26 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,781, and the median income for a family was $36,667. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $18,542 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,028. None of the population or families were below the poverty line.

Education
The community is served by Prairie Hills USD 113 public school district.

title: Goff, Kansas


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Oneida, Kansas

Oneida is a city in Nemaha County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 61.

History
Oneida was laid out about 1873. It was named after the Oneida people. The town's streets were named after the main thoroughfares of Chicago.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 61 people, 9 households, and 5 families in Oneida. The population density was 265.2 per square mile (102.4/km$2$). There were 26 housing units at an average density of 113.0 per square mile (43.6/km$2$). The racial makeup was 91.8% (56) white or European American (91.8% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 1.64% (1) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 6.56% (4) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.92% (3) of the population.

Of the 9 households, 11.1% had children under the age of 18; 55.6% were married couples living together; 0.0% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 33.3% 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 2.6 and the average family size was 4.7. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 3.3% of the population.

37.7% of the population was under the age of 18, 13.1% from 18 to 24, 16.4% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 8.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 23.9 years. For every 100 females, there were 110.3 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 100.0 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $21,435 (with a margin of error of +/- $762). Males had a median income of $18,981 (+/- $3,010). The median income for those above 16 years old was $17,870 (+/- $3,910). Approximately, 50.0% of families and 47.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 51.4% of those under the age of 18 and 25.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 75 people, 26 households, and 17 families living in the city. The population density was 312.5 PD/sqmi. There were 34 housing units at an average density of 141.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.7% White and 1.3% African American.

There were 26 households, of which 38.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.4% were married couples living together, and 34.6% were non-families. 23.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.88 and the average family size was 3.59.

The median age in the city was 34.5 years. 36% of residents were under the age of 18; 4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28% were from 25 to 44; 20.1% were from 45 to 64; and 12% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.7% male and 53.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 70 people, 25 households, and 18 families living in the city. The population density was 302.1 PD/sqmi. There were 36 housing units at an average density of 155.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.14% White and 2.86% African American.

There were 25 households, out of which 40.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.0% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.0% were non-families. 28.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.0% 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 3.50.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.0% under the age of 18, 8.6% from 18 to 24, 28.6% from 25 to 44, 18.6% from 45 to 64, and 14.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 133.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 122.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $45,417, and the median income for a family was $48,750. Males had a median income of $33,125 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,138. There were no families and 6.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Nemaha Central USD 115 public school district.

title: Oneida, Kansas


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Seneca, Kansas

Seneca is a city in and the county seat of Nemaha County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 2,139.

History
Seneca was founded in 1857. It was named after Seneca County, Ohio. The first post office in Seneca was established in November 1858. Seneca grew up along the wagon route from St. Joseph, Missouri to Oregon and California. British explorer Richard Francis Burton en route to California in 1860 passed through town and noted: "... Seneca, a city consisting of a few shanties ..." Seneca was a station on the Pony Express of the early 1860s. The station was located in the Smith Hotel, at the present-day location of Fourth and Main Streets. Seneca was incorporated as a city in 1870.

Seneca was home to minor league baseball. The Seneca team played the 1910 season as members of the Class D level Eastern Kansas League, finishing in 2nd place. The team played home games at City Park.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.63 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,991 people, 908 households, and 509 families living in the city. The population density was 1221.5 PD/sqmi. There were 982 housing units at an average density of 602.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.6% White, 0.4% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 0.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.

There were 908 households, of which 21.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.6% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 43.9% were non-families. 40.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.09 and the average family size was 2.84.

The median age in the city was 49.2 years. 20.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.3% were from 25 to 44; 28.7% were from 45 to 64; and 28.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.5% male and 51.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,122 people, 897 households, and 539 families living in the city. The population density was 1,375.0 PD/sqmi. There were 978 housing units at an average density of 633.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.82% White, 0.42% African American, 0.05% Native American, 0.05% Asian, 0.05% from other races, and 0.61% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.66% of the population.

There were 897 households, out of which 27.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.7% were married couples living together, 5.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.8% were non-families. 36.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 3.06.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.5% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 22.0% from 25 to 44, 19.4% from 45 to 64, and 27.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,288, and the median income for a family was $40,819. Males had a median income of $27,875 versus $16,944 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,076. About 4.4% of families and 7.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.8% of those under age 18 and 8.0% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Nemaha Central USD 115 public school district.

Notable people

 * Roy E. Moore, the father of American gymnastics
 * John Riggins, Pro Football Hall of Famer, won a Super Bowl with the Washington Redskins, named Super Bowl XVII MVP.
 * Ira K. Wells, Judge, United States District Court for the District of Puerto Rico
 * Edward White, Philippine–American War veteran and recipient of the Medal of Honor

title: Seneca, Kansas


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Wetmore, Kansas

Wetmore is a city in Nemaha County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 348.

History
Wetmore was founded in 1866 by the railroad company. It was named to honor W.T. Wetmore, a vice president of the Central Branch Union Pacific Railroad. Wetmore was incorporated in 1882.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.39 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 368 people, 140 households, and 89 families residing in the city. The population density was 943.6 PD/sqmi. There were 152 housing units at an average density of 389.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.7% White, 0.3% African American, 1.9% Native American, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.9% of the population.

There were 140 households, of which 37.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.1% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.4% were non-families. 30.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 3.26.

The median age in the city was 31.5 years. 31% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.2% were from 25 to 44; 21% were from 45 to 64; and 13.9% 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 362 people, 139 households, and 97 families residing in the city. The population density was 943.6 PD/sqmi. There were 156 housing units at an average density of 406.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.90% White, 0.55% Native American, and 0.55% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.28% of the population.

There were 139 households, out of which 33.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.1% were married couples living together, 10.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.2% were non-families. 27.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.19.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.7% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 27.3% from 25 to 44, 18.0% from 45 to 64, and 17.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $38,438, and the median income for a family was $47,500. Males had a median income of $31,500 versus $24,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,791. About 6.1% of families and 8.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.1% of those under age 18 and 20.9% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Prairie Hills USD 113 public school district, formed in 2010 by the merger of Sabetha USD 441 and Axtel USD 488.

Notable people

 * Lee E. Geyer, California's 17th congressional district congressman.
 * Zip Zabel, Major League relief pitcher for the Chicago Cubs.

title: Wetmore, Kansas


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Chanute, Kansas

Chanute is a city in Neosho County, Kansas, United States. Founded on January 1, 1873, it was named after railroad engineer and aviation pioneer Octave Chanute. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 8,722. Chanute is home of Neosho County Community College.

History
In 1870 when the Leavenworth, Lawrence & Galveston Rail Road (later the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe, now the BNSF Railway) crossed the Missouri, Kansas and Texas line within the limits of Neosho county four rival towns sprang up, in the vicinity of the junction: New Chicago, Chicago Junction, Alliance, and Tioga. Two years of the most bitter animosity ensued until the four were consolidated in 1872, and the name of Chanute given it in honor of Octave Chanute, a railroad civil engineer.

Settlers had begun populating the area as early as 1856. With the LL&G Railroad set to arrive shortly thereafter, the early residents of the towns of Tioga, Chicago Junction, Alliance, and New Chicago needed an innovative solution to an escalating dispute over which town would claim the right to house the LL&G Railroad's new land office. The towns were unable to settle their differences until an individual by the name of Octave Chanute came to town. Octave was the Chief Engineer and General Superintendent of the LL&G Railroad. In 1872, he suggested the towns merge to end the bickering. On January 1, 1873 the towns merged and became Chanute.

With the Southern Kansas Railroad locating a division headquarters in Chanute, the city began to flourish. In 1887, Chanute boasted a rapid growth in flourmills, grain elevators, banks, drug and hardware stores, and natural gas. In 1903, the City of Chanute established the electric utility, and in the years to follow, established the gas, water, wastewater, refuse utilities. Ash Grove Cement Company, the sixth largest cement manufacturer in North America, commenced cement manufacture in 1908 in Chanute. In September 2011 Spirit AeroSystems announced the expansion of an assembly facility which will grow to 150 employees in five years and boost the local economy.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.15 sqmi, of which 7.03 sqmi is land and 0.12 sqmi is water.

Climate
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Chanute has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps. The hottest temperature recorded in Chanute was 116 F on July 18, 1936, while the coldest temperature recorded was -23 F on January 30, 1949.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 8,722 people, 3,530 households, and 2,154 families in Chanute. The population density was 1,228.8 per square mile (474.4/km$2$). There were 4,108 housing units at an average density of 578.8 per square mile (223.5/km$2$). The racial makeup was 86.43% (7,538) white or European American (83.26% non-Hispanic white), 1.36% (119) black or African-American, 1.16% (101) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.69% (60) Asian, 0.07% (6) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 2.26% (197) from other races, and 8.04% (701) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 8.11% (707) of the population.

Of the 3,530 households, 31.2% had children under the age of 18; 41.5% were married couples living together; 30.0% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 33.5% of households consisted of individuals and 15.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.3 and the average family size was 2.9. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 11.5% of the population.

25.7% of the population was under the age of 18, 10.1% from 18 to 24, 23.5% from 25 to 44, 22.3% from 45 to 64, and 18.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 109.6 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $45,238 (with a margin of error of +/- $7,522) and the median family income was $55,900 (+/- $10,730). Males had a median income of $36,138 (+/- $6,959) versus $22,187 (+/- $2,589) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $27,437 (+/- $2,787). Approximately, 17.1% of families and 19.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.6% of those under the age of 18 and 8.6% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 9,119 people, 3,720 households, and 2,322 families residing in the city. The population density was 1297.2 PD/sqmi. There were 4,178 housing units at an average density of 594.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.4% White, 1.9% African American, 1.2% Native American, 0.8% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.4% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.4% of the population.

There were 3,720 households, of which 32.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.1% were married couples living together, 12.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 37.6% were non-families. 33.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.93.

The median age in the city was 37.2 years. 25.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23% were from 25 to 44; 24.5% were from 45 to 64; and 16.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.0% male and 52.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 9,411 people, 3,864 households, and 2,496 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,533.7 people per square mile (591.8 per km2). There were 4,262 housing units at an average density of 694.6 per square mile (268.0 per km2). The racial makeup of the city was 93.20% White, 1.42% African American, 1.11% Native American, 0.47% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 1.39% from other races, and 2.37% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.89% of the population.

There were 3,864 households, out of which 30.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.9% were married couples living together, 10.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.4% were non-families. 31.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 2.92.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.2% under the age of 18, 10.1% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 20.5% from 45 to 64, and 18.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $29,912, and the median income for a family was $36,630. Males had a median income of $25,696 versus $17,938 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,288. About 12.0% of families and 15.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.3% of those under age 18 and 9.9% of those age 65 or over.

Colleges
Chanute's only college is the Neosho County Community College known locally as NCCC, or sometimes as NC3. Neosho County Community College is a public, two-year institution, that currently provides post-secondary education for just under 3,200 students.

Primary and secondary
The community is served by Chanute USD 413 public school district, which includes one elementary school, one middle school, and one high school. Chanute Elementary School is the city's elementary school, Royster Middle School is the city's middle school, and Chanute High School is the city's high school. Chanute's public school system also includes Chanute High School-affiliated New Beginnings Academy, a program for students lacking credits to graduate and designed for individuals who have dropped out or are in danger of dropping out of high school. High school credits for New Beginnings Academy are provided by Chanute High School.

In 1961 Chanute had at least 3 elementary schools, Alcot, Murray Hill and James B Hutton. Alcot was located in the northwest section of Chanute in the vicinity of Highland Park. Murray Hill was located on 3rd Street bounded on the East by Garfield Avenue. It is now listed in the National Register of Historic Places also is a senior living home. The front of James B. Hutton was located on Ashby Avenue on the west side and Katy Avenue on the east side between 6th and 7th Streets. It is currently used as a religious center noted by web maps.

Chanute is home to two private schools: Saint Patrick Catholic School and Chanute Christian Academy. Saint Patrick Catholic School provides schooling for students from pre-school (ages three to four) through the sixth grade while Chanute Christian Academy (CCA) provides schooling for students from kindergarten through the twelfth grade. The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) recognizes Saint Patrick Catholic School as an accredited, non-public school. Chanute Christian Academy is not listed as an accredited school on the KSDE website.

Area attractions
The Chanute area has many tourist attractions known for their historical significance.

The Martin and Osa Johnson Safari Museum offers exhibits and programs that highlight the achievements of Martin and Osa Johnson, pioneering documentary filmmakers, photographers, authors, explorers, and Kansans. A trip to the museum allows one to relive the Johnsons' 1917–1936 adventures in Africa, Borneo and the South Seas. Additional exhibits feature the cultures and art of West Africa.
 * Martin and Osa Johnson Safari Museum

The Tioga Suites Hotel, on the National Register of Historic Places listings in Neosho County, Kansas as the Tioga Inn, was built in 1929 boasting "modern fireproof construction" consisting of concrete framing, ceramic block fire walls, firehose connections on each floor, fire extinguishers and even "complete fire fighting apparatus" in the roof-top elevator penthouse. It is located on the northeast corner of Lincoln and Main Streets. It has been remodeled and modernized. Currently, it operates as the Tioga Hotel, the largest hotel in town.
 * The Tioga Suites Hotel

The Chanute Art Gallery includes more than 1,500 square feet of exhibit area and houses a Permanent Core Collection of more than 500 works of art that includes 25 mediums, representing 135 artists. Special exhibits change every month. Collections include: The Luigi Kasimir Etchings, European and Oriental Art, The Kansas Prairie Printmakers and local and area artists.
 * Chanute Art Gallery

The Chanute Historical Museum, run by the Chanute Historical Society, is located south of the historic Santa Fe Railroad Depot in what is commonly known as the Flat Iron Building. Exhibits include a replica of Octave Chanute's 1896 biplane glider that was once displayed at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC, historic artifacts from the Santa Fe Railroad and the Harvey House restaurant, and more.
 * Chanute Historical Museum

Both the downtown and historic home districts offer a variety of architectural styles and examples of restoration. The James and Ella Truitt House, located at 305 N. Steuben Ave., was listed on the National Register of Historic Places listings in Neosho County, Kansas in 2014. Chanute also has several examples of WPA projects.
 * Downtown & Historic Homes

The Cardinal Drug Store in downtown Chanute is the home of one of the oldest original soda fountains in Kansas. It has a collection of Coke memorabilia and medicine bottles. Cardinal is located at 103 East Main Street.
 * Cardinal Drug Store

The King Bridge Company constructed the Austin Bridge in 1872. The 160-foot bowstring arch design spanned the Neosho River east of what is now Chanute. Local pioneers invested $15,000 in the bridge for their economic future of getting livestock and crops to the railhead. In 1910 the bridge was moved downstream to the community of Austin. In 1972 it was closed to vehicular traffic, remaining open to foot traffic. On September 15, 1977 the bridge was added to the National Register of Historic Places. In August 1999 the bridge was moved into Santa Fe Park to become the southern terminus of a 3.11 mile hike/bike path. A Federal grant, Neosho County and the City of Chanute funded the project.
 * Austin Bridge

Summit Hill Gardens was the first school in Neosho County. Summit Hill was restored and a historic home and modern structure were added to the family residence. It has a flower and herb garden. It is located at 2605 160th Road.
 * Summit Hill Gardens

Located at 1 West Main, this sculpture was dedicated in September 2003 by the Chanute High School Class of 1941. The sculpture honors engineer and city namesake, Octave Chanute, a railroad designer who built the railroad through the town (now next to the memorial site), and whose work inspired the Wright Brothers. The replica sculpture of the Wright Brothers plane measures 23 feet from wing tip to wing tip and 20 feet from nose to tail. The project was in partnership with the City of Chanute.
 * Chanute–Wright Brothers Memorial

Highways
Major highways running through Chanute are north–south route US-169 and east–west route K-39 (East-West). Chanute is also within 10 miles of two other major north–south highways: US-75 and US-59. These highways provide easy access to I-70 and I-35, the two Interstate highways passing through Kansas, as well as east–west highway US-400.

Bus
Bus service is provided northward towards Kansas City, Missouri and southward towards Tulsa, Oklahoma by Jefferson Lines (subcontractor of Greyhound Lines).

Railways
The South Kansas and Oklahoma Railroad (SKO) serves Chanute, as well as Southern and Eastern Kansas and Northern Oklahoma. The SKO connects to several major railroads allowing local businesses the opportunity to bid and negotiate their rail transportation costs to acquire the best possible price to all locations throughout North America.

Airports
Chanute Martin Johnson Airport (FAA Identifier: CNU) is a general aviation airport with a 4,255-foot runway and taxiway. Expansion of services and infrastructure is in the planning stages, including new T-hangars and pavement improvements.

Infrastructure
In October 2014, the City of Chanute announced it planned to establish a municipal-operated broadband network, offering 1 Gigabit Internet connectivity for about US$40 per month. AT&T, which currently offers only 6 megabit DSL service to the town (at a higher price), filed a petition with the Kansas Corporation Commission to intervene in the city's proposed offering, arguing it has the right to intervene since a 1947 law requires the Commission to approve any bond issue the city would use to finance the construction. In April 2015, incoming city commissioners voted not to issue bonds and to temporarily halt the plans on municipal operated broadband, pending further public discussion and a public vote.

Notable people

 * Eden Ahbez (1908–1995), songwriter and mystic, lived in Chanute in his youth as George McGrew
 * Jimmy Allen, former lead guitarist for Puddle of Mudd
 * Gilbert Baker, LGBT activist, created the rainbow flag
 * Edith Bideau, singer and music educator
 * Edwin Bideau, lawyer and politician
 * Osa Johnson, adventurer, author, and documentary filmmaker
 * Jennifer Knapp, singer-songwriter
 * Paul Lindblad, MLB player
 * Ralph Miller, basketball coach, Hall of Fame
 * Grace Olive Wiley, herpetologist

title: Chanute, Kansas


text:
Earlton, Kansas

Earlton is a city in Neosho County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 60.

History
Earlton (or Earleton) was founded in 1870. Not much progress in the community was made until about 1876 when a railroad depot was built there.

A post office was opened in Earlton (at first called Earleton) in 1871, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1976.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 60 people, 24 households, and 22 families in Earlton. The population density was 375.0 per square mile (144.8/km$2$). There were 26 housing units at an average density of 162.5 per square mile (62.7/km$2$). The racial makeup was 85.0% (51) white or European American (85.0% non-Hispanic white), 1.67% (1) black or African-American, 1.67% (1) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.67% (1) from other races, and 10.0% (6) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 3.33% (2) of the population.

Of the 24 households, 54.2% had children under the age of 18; 75.0% were married couples living together; 8.3% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 8.3% of households consisted of individuals and 0.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.1 and the average family size was 3.3. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 5.0% of the population.

25.0% of the population was under the age of 18, 5.0% from 18 to 24, 23.3% from 25 to 44, 15.0% from 45 to 64, and 31.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44.3 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.5 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 114.3 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $56,250 (with a margin of error of +/- $43,046) and the median family income was $60,625 (+/- $44,784). Females had a median income of $33,375 (+/- $6,557). The median income for those above 16 years old was $32,750 (+/- $8,345). Approximately, 11.4% of families and 21.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 60.0% of those under the age of 18 and 0.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 55 people, 23 households, and 17 families residing in the city. The population density was 366.7 PD/sqmi. There were 35 housing units at an average density of 233.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.4% White, 1.8% Native American, and 1.8% from two or more races.

There were 23 households, of which 30.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.2% were married couples living together, 8.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 26.1% were non-families. 21.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 2.82.

The median age in the city was 46.5 years. 21.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 1.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.6% were from 25 to 44; 29.2% were from 45 to 64; and 21.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.5% male and 54.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 80 people, 32 households, and 23 families residing in the city. The population density was 565.3 PD/sqmi. There were 34 housing units at an average density of 240.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.00% White and 5.00% Native American.

There were 32 households, out of which 31.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.5% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.1% were non-families. 21.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 2.96.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.5% under the age of 18, 12.5% from 18 to 24, 26.3% from 25 to 44, 20.0% from 45 to 64, and 18.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $46,250, and the median income for a family was $70,625. Males had a median income of $27,083 versus $28,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,421. There were no families and 7.0% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Chanute USD 413 public school district.

title: Earlton, Kansas


text:
Erie, Kansas

Erie is a city in and the county seat of Neosho County, Kansas, United States, and situated in the valley of the Neosho River, about a mile Northeast of the river. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,047.

History
A settlement named "Erie", later referred to as "Old Erie" and "Beantown USA", was platted 2 mi northwest of the present townsite, while another community, known as Crawfordsville, was started two miles northeast of the current site. In 1866, the proprietors of these two towns made a compromise to abandon the towns and combine with the settlement at the present Erie site. Four men gave 40 acres each, that butted together, out of their 160-acre shares, to create the city plat of Erie. These men were: David Bray, Luther Puckett, John Himmelwright and Peter Walter. In November of that year the Erie Town Company was formed. Each member of this company donated forty acres of land in the center of Section 32, Township 28, Range 20 east. Each member was to buy city plots and improve them.

Erie's first fire company was established in November 1866; its charter members were those men who had donated the land on which the community was built. The first log home in Erie was built in 1866, while the first businesses were built in the following year. By 1883, the city had two general stores, two blacksmith shops, one drug store, two hotels, one newspaper office, two churches, and a population of about 300.

Erie was incorporated on December 25, 1869. On December 30, the trustees met and declared Erie to be a city of the 3rd class.

In 1872, Erie was designated the county seat of Neosho County, defeating "Osage Mission" (later renamed Saint Paul) in a contentious election. After a lawsuit reached the Kansas Supreme Court, Erie retained the position of county seat.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.21 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, Erie has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 1,047 people, 418 households, and 284 families in Erie. The population density was 825.7 per square mile (318.8/km$2$). There were 482 housing units at an average density of 380.1 per square mile (146.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 89.49% (937) white or European American (87.87% non-Hispanic white), 0.57% (6) black or African-American, 0.48% (5) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.96% (10) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.24% (13) from other races, and 7.26% (76) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.39% (46) of the population.

Of the 418 households, 27.3% had children under the age of 18; 51.2% were married couples living together; 25.8% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 26.8% of households consisted of individuals and 14.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 3.1. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 21.9% of the population.

22.6% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 22.8% from 25 to 44, 24.9% from 45 to 64, and 21.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42.2 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.6 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 101.0 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $46,339 (with a margin of error of +/- $9,924) and the median family income was $57,917 (+/- $8,418). Males had a median income of $38,750 (+/- $12,599) versus $19,817 (+/- $2,776) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $28,867 (+/- $3,906). Approximately, 9.4% of families and 14.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.6% of those under the age of 18 and 4.7% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,150 people, 463 households, and 312 families residing in the city. The population density was 950.4 PD/sqmi. There were 540 housing units at an average density of 446.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.4% White, 0.3% African American, 1.1% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 1.3% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.6% of the population.

There were 463 households, of which 30.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.1% were married couples living together, 6.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.6% were non-families. 28.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 2.89.

The median age in the city was 41.5 years. 24.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.9% were from 25 to 44; 25.5% were from 45 to 64; and 20.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.6% male and 50.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,211 people, 492 households, and 318 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,361.2 PD/sqmi. There were 545 housing units at an average density of 612.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.11% White, 0.17% African American, 0.91% Native American, 0.08% Asian, 0.74% from other races, and 0.99% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.82% of the population.

There were 492 households, out of which 27.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.3% were married couples living together, 6.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.2% were non-families. 31.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.96.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.9% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 23.5% from 25 to 44, 24.0% from 45 to 64, and 19.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,568, and the median income for a family was $39,048. Males had a median income of $27,137 versus $18,672 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,019. About 9.1% of families and 14.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.5% of those under age 18 and 18.7% of those age 65 or over.

Extension service
On July 1, 2010, the Neosho County Extension Service joined with the Allen County Extension Service to form the Southwind Extension District, headquartered in Erie. The Extension Service's mission is to help country residents with questions about their lawn and garden, crops and livestock, health and nutrition and family living. In addition the Extension Service sponsors youth development through the 4-H program. The Extension program is jointly administered by Kansas State University Research and Extension and the joint Extension Board, with members from both Neosho and Allen Counties.

The Neosho County Fair, held at the fairgrounds in Erie, is also generally held around the third week of July. This includes entries from 4-H and FFA members and also open class entries from residents in the community. The Neosho County Fair is operated by Neosho County Extension Service and the Neosho County Fair Association, a 501(c)(5) non-profit corporation founded in 1956.

Old Soldiers and Sailors Reunion
Erie is famous for its annual Old Soldiers and Sailors Reunion held during the second full week of July, including the annual Free Bean Feed. This reunion has been conducted continuously since 1873 and is claimed to be the oldest consecutively running Old Soldiers and Sailors Reunion in the country.

Salt pork and navy beans were a staple food for soldiers in the Civil War. So it was natural to serve kettles of beans during these reunions. Soon it became a tradition. Now over 1,400 pounds of beans are cooked in more than 50 iron kettles on the Courthouse lawn by the American Legion Post. Other events include the Rodeo held on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings during Reunion Week. The Old Soldiers and Sailors Reunion culminates on Friday night when Mainstreet Memories brings in Country and Western Recording Artists from Nashville each year.

Education
The community is served by Erie–Galesburg USD 101 public school district, which serves Erie, Galesburg, Stark and rural Parsons in Neosho County. On September 18, 2007 the district passed a $21.9 million bond issue. They built a new green high school in Erie which opened for classes in the Fall 2010 semester. In addition, they have rebuilt the old high school into a grade school facility and added a new gym at Galesburg Middle School. The mascot for Erie High School is the Red Devil. The mascot for Galesburg Middle School is the Timber Wolf.

The demolition of the old Erie Grade and Middle School brick building began in May 2013 and lasted into July, with the Amish assisting.

title: Erie, Kansas


text:
Galesburg, Kansas

Galesburg is a city in Neosho County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 149.

History
Christopher and Elvina Boje gave land to build the town of Galesburg in 1871. Their daughter, Etta met and married Samuel Magner and raised family there. Galesburg was laid out and platted in 1871 when the railroad was extended to that point. A post office established in Rose Hill (an extinct town) was moved to Galesburg, and opened in March 1871.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.17 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, Galesburg has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 149 people, 57 households, and 40 families in Galesburg. The population density was 851.4 per square mile (328.7/km$2$). There were 62 housing units at an average density of 354.3 per square mile (136.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 94.63% (141) white or European American (93.96% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.67% (1) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.67% (1) from other races, and 4.03% (6) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.7% (7) of the population.

Of the 57 households, 33.3% had children under the age of 18; 52.6% were married couples living together; 22.8% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 28.1% of households consisted of individuals and 12.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.8 and the average family size was 4.1. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 10.1% of the population.

30.2% of the population was under the age of 18, 10.1% from 18 to 24, 16.8% from 25 to 44, 25.5% from 45 to 64, and 17.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.1 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 96.2 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $39,643 (with a margin of error of +/- $14,750) and the median family income was $38,393 (+/- $4,862). Females had a median income of $30,208 (+/- $20,146) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $31,528 (+/- $4,397). Approximately, 22.2% of families and 26.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 46.2% of those under the age of 18 and 20.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 126 people, 58 households, and 39 families residing in the city. The population density was 741.2 PD/sqmi. There were 65 housing units at an average density of 382.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.4% White, 0.8% Native American, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.4% of the population.

There were 58 households, of which 20.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 12.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.8% were non-families. 32.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 2.72.

The median age in the city was 50.5 years. 19% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.3% were from 25 to 44; 30.9% were from 45 to 64; and 22.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 150 people, 59 households, and 46 families residing in the city. The population density was 872.4 PD/sqmi. There were 72 housing units at an average density of 418.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.33% White, 2.00% from other races, and 0.67% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.00% of the population.

There were 59 households, out of which 33.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.8% were married couples living together, 6.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.0% were non-families. 22.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.0% under the age of 18, 9.3% from 18 to 24, 20.7% from 25 to 44, 21.3% from 45 to 64, and 18.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 120.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,250, and the median income for a family was $33,500. Males had a median income of $29,000 versus $22,188 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,713. There were 8.3% of families and 13.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including 25.5% of under eighteens and 14.3% of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Erie–Galesburg USD 101 public school district.

Galesburg High School was closed in 1967, through school unification. The Galesburg High School mascot was Pirates.

title: Galesburg, Kansas