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Republic, Kansas

Republic is a city in Republic County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 82.

History
Republic was founded in 1871. It was named from Republic County.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 82 people, 49 households, and 30 families in Republic. The population density was 351.9 per square mile (135.9/km$2$). There were 79 housing units at an average density of 339.1 per square mile (130.9/km$2$). The racial makeup was 92.68% (76) white or European American (91.46% non-Hispanic white), 1.22% (1) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 6.1% (5) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 1.22% (1) of the population.

Of the 49 households, 26.5% had children under the age of 18; 49.0% were married couples living together; 22.4% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 32.7% of households consisted of individuals and 18.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.7 and the average family size was 1.9. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 7.3% of the population.

9.8% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.3% from 18 to 24, 20.7% from 25 to 44, 37.8% from 45 to 64, and 24.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 54.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.4 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 85.0 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $49,375 (with a margin of error of +/- $23,073) and the median family income was $60,543 (+/- $5,678). Males had a median income of $27,250 (+/- $22,010) versus $20,000 (+/- $5,199) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $24,792 (+/- $4,719). Approximately, 10.4% of families and 10.3% 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 116 people, 61 households, and 34 families living in the city. The population density was 446.2 PD/sqmi. There were 95 housing units at an average density of 365.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.7% White, 3.4% Native American, and 0.9% from two or more races.

There were 61 households, of which 14.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.5% were married couples living together, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 44.3% were non-families. 39.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.90 and the average family size was 2.47.

The median age in the city was 52.5 years. 14.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 16.4% were from 25 to 44; 43.1% were from 45 to 64, and 21.6% 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 161 people, 84 households, and 49 families living in the city. The population density was 616.0 PD/sqmi. There were 108 housing units at an average density of 413.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.38% White and 0.62% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.86% of the population.

There were 84 households, out of which 20.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.8% were married couples living together, 4.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.5% were non-families. 38.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.4% 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 2.50.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 18.0% under the age of 18, 24.8% from 25 to 44, 29.8% from 45 to 64, and 27.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,679, and the median income for a family was $33,750. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,399. About 8.7% of families and 9.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 31.6% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

Points of interest
The Pawnee Indian Museum State Historic Site is an archaeological site and museum, located near Republic. It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places under the name Pawnee Indian Village Site. To archaeologists, the site is known as 14RP1.

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

Republic schools were closed through school unification. The Republic Wildcats won the Kansas State High School boys class BB Indoor Track & Field championship in 1965.

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Scandia, Kansas

Scandia is a city in Republic County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 344.

History
The first American flag to be flown in what is now Kansas was raised in 1806 near the area of Scandia. The area was not settled until much later by Swedish immigrants and was first called New Scandinavia. The settlement of Scandia was promoted by crop failures during the 1860s in Sweden. In 1868, the Scandinavian Agricultural Society of Chicago purchased 12 sections of land along the Republican River and formed a colony. The name was changed to Scandia in 1876, according to post office records. Scandia was incorporated as a city in 1879. From there it became a transition point for trade and travel in the early 1900s. It is now a small rural community.

Scandia is the site of several historic houses dating to the early days of settlement. The three-story Wohlfort Mansion was built in the early 1890s by Thure Wohlfort (1835-1916) who was an early member of the society and one of the original founders of Scandia.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.48 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 372 people, 174 households, and 110 families residing in the city. The population density was 775.0 PD/sqmi. There were 225 housing units at an average density of 468.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.9% White, 0.5% Native American, and 0.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.6% of the population.

There were 174 households, of which 23.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.9% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.8% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.14 and the average family size was 2.69.

The median age in the city was 48.2 years. 19.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 17.2% were from 25 to 44; 31.3% were from 45 to 64; and 24.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.5% male and 53.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 436 people, 192 households, and 123 families residing in the city. The population density was 926.7 PD/sqmi. There were 239 housing units at an average density of 508.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.31% White, and 0.69% Native American.

There were 192 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.8% were married couples living together, 4.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.9% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.91.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.8% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 24.5% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 20.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $29,896, and the median income for a family was $37,031. Males had a median income of $25,833 versus $14,688 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,619. About 8.1% of families and 12.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.9% of those under age 18 and 26.0% of those age 65 or over.

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

Prior to school unification, the Scandia High School mascot was Swedes. The Scandia Swedes won the Kansas State High School 8-Man football championship in 1970, 1971 and 1972.

Notable people

 * See List of people from Republic County, Kansas

 * Ransom Gile was an early settler in Scandia. He took a homestead of eighty acres in Republic County.  Gile worked the land, planting orchards and establishing a quarry for the area on his property.
 * Greta Granstedt was a movie actress. The Granstedt family was one of the five pioneer families from Sweden who settled in this north central Kansas community in 1867–68.
 * Edwin Johnson was the 26th and 34th Governor of Colorado. He also served several terms in various other political offices.
 * Richard Wilke was the writer of the Disciple ministry series. He was first a local pastor in Scandia and is the author of several other books and programs for the Christian community.

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Alden, Kansas

Alden is a city in Rice County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 122.

History
For millennia, the land now known as Kansas was inhabited by Native Americans. In 1803, most of modern Kansas was secured by the United States as part of the Louisiana Purchase. In 1854, the Kansas Territory was organized, then in 1861 Kansas became the 34th U.S. state. In 1867, Rice County was founded.

Alden was founded in 1872. It was a station on the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway. Alden was named for Alden Speare, a railroad employee. The first post office in Alden was established in 1882.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.19 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 122 people, 39 households, and 28 families in Alden. The population density was 787.1 per square mile (303.9/km$2$). There were 61 housing units at an average density of 393.5 per square mile (151.9/km$2$). The racial makeup was 94.26% (115) white or European American (94.26% non-Hispanic white), 0.82% (1) black or African-American, 0.82% (1) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.82% (1) from other races, and 3.28% (4) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 1.64% (2) of the population.

Of the 39 households, 20.5% had children under the age of 18; 59.0% were married couples living together; 20.5% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 25.6% of households consisted of individuals and 17.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 2.7. The percent of those with a bachelor's degree or higher was estimated to be 15.6% of the population.

20.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 19.7% from 25 to 44, 34.4% from 45 to 64, and 20.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48.7 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.3 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 90.2 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $54,792 (with a margin of error of +/- $7,013) and the median family income was $55,208 (+/- $4,774). Males had a median income of $32,500 (+/- $15,740) versus $38,750 (+/- $25,575) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $33,125 (+/- $9,302). Approximately, 11.4% of families and 25.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 68.8% of those under the age of 18 and 8.3% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 148 people, 61 households, and 47 families residing in the city. The population density was 778.9 PD/sqmi. There were 80 housing units at an average density of 421.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.6% White, 0.7% Asian, and 4.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.4% of the population.

There were 61 households, of which 29.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.5% were married couples living together, 3.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 23.0% were non-families. 21.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.79.

The median age in the city was 44 years. 22.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.7% were from 25 to 44; 28.4% were from 45 to 64; and 19.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.0% male and 48.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 168 people, 73 households, and 52 families residing in the city. The population density was 886.7 PD/sqmi. There were 85 housing units at an average density of 448.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.40% White, and 0.60% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.98% of the population.

There were 73 households, out of which 19.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.1% were married couples living together, 2.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.4% were non-families. 26.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 2.77.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.0% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 25.6% from 25 to 44, 22.6% from 45 to 64, and 23.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $36,442, and the median income for a family was $36,827. Males had a median income of $26,500 versus $18,333 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,908. None of the families and 1.1% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 6.9% of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Sterling USD 376 public school district. The community was previously served by Alden High School, its mascot was the Tigers.

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Bushton, Kansas

Bushton is a city in Rice County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 203.

History
Bushton was originally called Sorghum, and under the latter name established in the early 1880s. It was renamed Bushton in 1887, after a number of wild bushes growing at the town site. Bushton was incorporated in 1907.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 203 people, 92 households, and 59 families in Bushton. The population density was 890.4 per square mile (343.8/km$2$). There were 141 housing units at an average density of 618.4 per square mile (238.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 87.68% (178) white or European American (82.76% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 1.48% (3) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.49% (1) from other races, and 10.34% (21) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.91% (12) of the population.

Of the 92 households, 22.8% had children under the age of 18; 53.3% were married couples living together; 20.7% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 34.8% 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 2.8. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 15.8% of the population.

22.7% of the population was under the age of 18, 3.0% from 18 to 24, 22.7% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 29.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.1 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 $38,500 (with a margin of error of +/- $22,821) and the median family income was $66,250 (+/- $15,455). Males had a median income of $31,923 (+/- $11,645) versus $19,063 (+/- $14,000) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $30,089 (+/- $6,123). Approximately, 18.0% of families and 14.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.3% of those under the age of 18 and 10.8% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 279 people, 117 households, and 78 families residing in the city. The population density was 1213.0 PD/sqmi. There were 151 housing units at an average density of 656.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.5% White, 2.9% African American, 2.5% Native American, 0.4% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.2% of the population.

There were 117 households, of which 23.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.0% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.3% were non-families. 29.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 2.90.

The median age in the city was 42.4 years. 26.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.6% were from 25 to 44; 28.7% were from 45 to 64; and 18.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.3% male and 48.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 314 people, 134 households, and 95 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,510.6 PD/sqmi. There were 158 housing units at an average density of 760.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.82% White, 1.59% from other races, and 1.59% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.87% of the population.

There were 134 households, out of which 26.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.4% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.1% were non-families. 26.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 2.80.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.9% under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 23.6% from 25 to 44, 25.5% from 45 to 64, and 20.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 79.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,250, and the median income for a family was $47,708. Males had a median income of $32,500 versus $18,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,125. About 6.3% of families and 9.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.5% of those under age 18 and 7.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Central Plains USD 112 public school district. Central Plains Middle School was located in Bushton, but closed in 2019.

School unification consolidated Bushton schools into Quivira Heights schools in the 1980s. The Quivira Heights High School mascot was Thunderbirds. Quivira Heights High School closed in 2012.

Bushton High School was closed through school unification. The Bushton High School mascot was Trojans.

Sports
The Central Plains Oilers won the Kansas State High School 8-Man DI football championship in 2014.

The Quivira Heights Thunderbirds won the Kansas State High School 8-Man DII football and 1A boys basketball championships in 1983.

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Chase, Kansas

Chase is a city in Rice County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 396.

History
For millennia, the land now known as Kansas was inhabited by Native Americans. In 1803, most of modern Kansas was secured by the United States as part of the Louisiana Purchase. In 1854, the Kansas Territory was organized, then in 1861 Kansas became the 34th U.S. state. In 1867, Rice County was founded.

In 1878, Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway and parties from Marion County and McPherson County chartered the Marion and McPherson Railway Company. In 1879, a branch line was built from Florence to McPherson, in 1880 it was extended to Lyons, in 1881 it was extended to Ellinwood. The line was leased and operated by the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway. The line from Florence to Marion, was abandoned in 1968. In 1992, the line from Marion to McPherson was sold to Central Kansas Railway. In 1993, after heavy flood damage, the line from Marion to McPherson was abandoned. The original branch line connected Florence, Marion, Canada, Hillsboro, Lehigh, Canton, Galva, McPherson, Conway, Windom, Little River, Mitchell, Lyons, Chase and Ellinwood.

Chase was laid out in 1880 when the railroad was extended to that point. The city was named after a railroad official. The first post office in Chase was established in 1881.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.29 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, Chase has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 396 people, 167 households, and 97 families in Chase. The population density was 1,424.5 per square mile (550.0/km$2$). There were 201 housing units at an average density of 723.0 per square mile (279.2/km$2$). The racial makeup was 83.08% (329) white or European American (79.04% non-Hispanic white), 0.51% (2) black or African-American, 0.51% (2) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 6.82% (27) from other races, and 9.09% (36) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 12.63% (50) of the population.

Of the 167 households, 29.3% had children under the age of 18; 37.1% were married couples living together; 26.3% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 36.5% of households consisted of individuals and 19.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.3 and the average family size was 3.0. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 6.3% of the population.

26.3% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 19.7% from 25 to 44, 26.0% from 45 to 64, and 20.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.3 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 94.7 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $47,292 (with a margin of error of +/- $7,958) and the median family income was $49,875 (+/- $26,290). Males had a median income of $38,889 (+/- $9,371) versus $10,625 (+/- $7,390) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $27,019 (+/- $9,504). Approximately, 27.2% of families and 32.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 61.5% of those under the age of 18 and 13.6% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 477 people, 196 households, and 133 families residing in the city. The population density was 1644.8 PD/sqmi. There were 225 housing units at an average density of 775.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.8% White, 0.4% African American, 0.6% Asian, 0.6% from other races, and 3.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.8% of the population.

There were 196 households, of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.9% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.1% were non-families. 27.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.89.

The median age in the city was 38.4 years. 27.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21% were from 25 to 44; 24.9% were from 45 to 64; and 17.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.5% male and 49.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 490 people, 195 households, and 138 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,671.5 PD/sqmi. There were 222 housing units at an average density of 757.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.49% White, 0.41% Native American, 3.06% from other races, and 2.04% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.73% of the population.

There were 195 households, out of which 30.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.0% were married couples living together, 7.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.2% were non-families. 24.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.0% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 24.7% from 25 to 44, 24.5% from 45 to 64, and 15.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,361, and the median income for a family was $39,688. Males had a median income of $28,000 versus $20,139 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,972. About 8.2% of families and 10.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.5% of those under age 18 and 8.6% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Chase–Raymond USD 401 public school district.

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Frederick, Kansas

Frederick is a city in Rice County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 8.

History
Frederick was incorporated in 1909. It was a shipping point at the junction of the Missouri Patfic and the St. Louis & San Francisco railroads.

A post office was opened in Frederick (also spelled historically Frederic) in 1887, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1954.

In July 2015, Government officials report considering un-incorporating the city. As of August 2015, for the first time in nearly 130 years, the city doesn't have a city council and no one ran for mayor in April 2015. The future of Frederick is uncertain because Rice County doesn't have the power to unincorporate the city. According to state law, residents must bring a petition to the city council, then a special election will be called for a vote, but since there isn't a city council then it can't happen.

In November 2016, the community voted on whether dissolve Frederick. Election workers at the Eureka Township voting location accidentally gave the wrong ballots to township residents who didn't actually live in Frederick. 20 people voted, 13 voted to keep the community alive, but currently, only 9 people live in Frederick. The mistake was caught more than a week after the vote was certified, which is after the 5 day window to contest a vote, thus Kansas Law locked the outcome, Frederick is still a city.

In November 2017, another ballot issue was voted on whether to dissolve the city. The vote was 2-2.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.19 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 8 people, 4 households, and 2 families in Frederick. The population density was 41.7 per square mile (16.1/km$2$). There were 9 housing units at an average density of 46.9 per square mile (18.1/km$2$). The racial makeup was 75.0% (6) white or European American (75.0% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 12.5% (1) from other races, and 12.5% (1) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 25.0% (2) of the population.

Of the 4 households, 25.0% had children under the age of 18; 50.0% were married couples living together; 0.0% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 25.0% of households consisted of individuals and 25.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.9 and the average family size was 1.9. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 0.0% of the population.

25.0% of the population was under the age of 18, 0.0% from 18 to 24, 37.5% from 25 to 44, 12.5% from 45 to 64, and 25.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 700.0 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 500.0 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $31,250 (with a margin of error of +/- $2,249) and the median family income was $31,250 (+/- $2,249).

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 18 people, 8 households, and 6 families residing in the city. The population density was 94.7 PD/sqmi. There were 10 housing units at an average density of 52.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 8 households, of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.0% were married couples living together, and 25.0% were non-families. 25.0% 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 2.25 and the average family size was 2.67.

The median age in the city was 48.5 years. 22.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 0.0% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.2% were from 25 to 44; 50.1% were from 45 to 64; and 5.6% 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 11 people, 7 households, and 3 families residing in the city. The population density was 57.1 PD/sqmi. There were 7 housing units at an average density of 36.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 7 households, out of which none had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.1% were married couples living together, and 42.9% were non-families. 42.9% 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 1.57 and the average family size was 2.00.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 54.5% from 45 to 64, and 45.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 54 years. For every 100 females, there were 120.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 120.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $46,250, and the median income for a family was $46,250. Males had a median income of $19,375 versus $26,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,845. None of the population and none of the families were below the poverty line.

Education
The community is served by Central Plains USD 112 public school district.

title: Frederick, Kansas


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Geneseo, Kansas

Geneseo is a city in Rice County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 236.

History
For millennia, the land now known as Kansas was inhabited by Native Americans. In 1803, most of modern Kansas was secured by the United States as part of the Louisiana Purchase. In 1854, the Kansas Territory was organized, then in 1861 Kansas became the 34th U.S. state. In 1867, Rice County was founded.

Geneseo was founded in 1886. It was named after Geneseo, Illinois.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.58 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, Geneseo has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 236 people, 119 households, and 60 families in Geneseo. The population density was 402.7 per square mile (155.5/km$2$). There were 135 housing units at an average density of 230.4 per square mile (88.9/km$2$). The racial makeup was 88.56% (209) white or European American (86.02% non-Hispanic white), 1.27% (3) black or African-American, 0.42% (1) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.42% (1) from other races, and 9.32% (22) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.66% (11) of the population.

Of the 119 households, 24.4% had children under the age of 18; 40.3% were married couples living together; 21.8% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 42.0% of households consisted of individuals and 19.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.0 and the average family size was 2.9. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 7.2% of the population.

17.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 3.8% from 18 to 24, 22.0% from 25 to 44, 25.8% from 45 to 64, and 30.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 53.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.8 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 91.2 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $30,750 (with a margin of error of +/- $7,296) and the median family income was $31,806 (+/- $24,552). Males had a median income of $40,859 (+/- $11,222) versus $27,625 (+/- $23,826) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $30,000 (+/- $12,471). Approximately, 8.2% of families and 8.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.9% of those under the age of 18 and 13.8% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 267 people, 129 households, and 73 families residing in the city. The population density was 460.3 PD/sqmi. There were 169 housing units at an average density of 291.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.9% White, 0.7% from other races, and 3.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.1% of the population.

There were 129 households, of which 16.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.6% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 43.4% were non-families. 39.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.07 and the average family size was 2.70.

The median age in the city was 52.8 years. 17.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 16.8% were from 25 to 44; 39.7% were from 45 to 64; and 21.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 57.3% male and 42.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 272 people, 136 households, and 81 families residing in the city. The population density was 472.7 PD/sqmi. There were 171 housing units at an average density of 297.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.79% White, 0.37% African American, 0.74% Native American, 0.74% Asian, and 0.37% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.37% of the population.

There were 136 households, out of which 21.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.3% were married couples living together, 8.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.4% were non-families. 37.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.00 and the average family size was 2.60.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 18.4% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 20.6% from 25 to 44, 29.8% from 45 to 64, and 25.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $20,795, and the median income for a family was $29,250. Males had a median income of $27,083 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,998. About 8.2% of families and 9.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.1% of those under the age of eighteen and 5.9% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Ellsworth USD 327 public school district. The district high school is located in Ellsworth. The Ellsworth High School mascot is Ellsworth Bearcats.

Geneseo High School was closed through school unification in 1980. The Geneseo High School mascot was Geneseo Dragons.

Media
The Geneseo Journal was originally called the Geneseo Herald from 1887 to 1899, then it became Geneseo Post from 1908 to 1909. From 1979 through 1983 it was known as Geneseo Galaxy.
 * Newspaper

Notable people

 * John S. Gibson, Jr. - One of the nation's youngest mayors who later moved to California and became a member of the Los Angeles City Council

title: Geneseo, Kansas


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Little River, Kansas

Little River is a city in Rice County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 472.

History
For millennia, the land now known as Kansas was inhabited by Native Americans. In 1803, most of modern Kansas was secured by the United States as part of the Louisiana Purchase. In 1854, the Kansas Territory was organized, then in 1861 Kansas became the 34th U.S. state. In 1867, Rice County was founded.

Little River was founded in 1880. The town was named from its situation upon the Little Arkansas River.

In 1878, Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway and parties from Marion and McPherson counties chartered the Marion and McPherson Railway Company. In 1879, a branch line was built from Florence to McPherson; in 1880 it was extended to Lyons and in 1881 it was extended to Ellinwood. The line was leased and operated by the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway. The line from Florence to Marion, was abandoned in 1968. In 1992, the line from Marion to McPherson was sold to Central Kansas Railway. In 1993, after heavy flood damage, the line from Marion to McPherson was abandoned. The original branch line connected Florence, Marion, Canada, Hillsboro, Lehigh, Canton, Galva, McPherson, Conway, Windom, Little River, Mitchell, Lyons, Chase and Ellinwood.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.44 sqmi, all land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 472 people, 187 households, and 115 families in Little River. The population density was 1,210.3 per square mile (467.3/km$2$). There were 221 housing units at an average density of 566.7 per square mile (218.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 95.97% (453) white or European American (94.7% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.64% (3) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.64% (3) from other races, and 2.75% (13) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 3.18% (15) of the population.

Of the 187 households, 28.3% had children under the age of 18; 47.6% were married couples living together; 26.7% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 33.7% of households consisted of individuals and 17.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.1 and the average family size was 2.9. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 16.9% of the population.

22.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 10.0% from 18 to 24, 19.3% from 25 to 44, 23.7% from 45 to 64, and 24.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.7 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 115.3 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $46,786 (with a margin of error of +/- $12,262) and the median family income was $64,444 (+/- $17,737). Males had a median income of $39,861 (+/- $8,444) versus $23,333 (+/- $6,824) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $32,159 (+/- $8,999). Approximately, 13.9% of families and 12.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.7% of those under the age of 18 and 17.9% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 557 people, 207 households, and 136 families residing in the city. The population density was 1265.9 PD/sqmi. There were 246 housing units at an average density of 559.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.2% White, 0.7% Native American, 0.4% from other races, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.6% of the population.

There were 207 households, of which 35.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.7% were married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.3% were non-families. 31.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 3.20.

The median age in the city was 37.2 years. 28.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.9% were from 25 to 44; 19.5% were from 45 to 64; and 20.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.9% male and 52.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 536 people, 202 households, and 131 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,648.0 PD/sqmi. There were 234 housing units at an average density of 719.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.39% White, 0.37% from other races, and 2.24% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.31% of the population.

There were 202 households, out of which 31.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.0% were married couples living together, 7.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.1% were non-families. 33.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and the average family size was 3.02.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.9% under the age of 18, 6.5% from 18 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 17.0% from 45 to 64, and 26.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 81.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 73.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,066, and the median income for a family was $33,125. Males had a median income of $26,000 versus $20,833 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,619. About 16.0% of families and 16.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.6% of those under age 18 and 8.1% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Little River–Windom USD 444 public school district.

Sports
The Little River Redskins have won the following Kansas State High School championships:
 * 1970 Football - Class 1A
 * 1971 Football - Class 1A
 * 1974 Boys Basketball - Class 1A
 * 1976 Girls Track & Field - Class 1A
 * 1976 Girls Track & Field (Indoor) - Class 1A
 * 1977 Girls Track & Field - Class 1A
 * 1978 Girls Track & Field (Indoor) - Class 1A
 * 1979 Girls Track & Field - Class 1A
 * 1981 Football - Class 1A
 * 1984 Girls Volleyball - Class 2A
 * 1995 Girls Basketball - Class 1A
 * 1996 Football - Class 8-Man DI
 * 1996 Girls Basketball - Class 1A
 * 1997 Girls Basketball - Class 1A
 * 1998 Girls Basketball - Class 1A
 * 1999 Football - Class 8-Man DI
 * 2020 Football - Class 8-Man DI
 * 2022 Volleyball - Class 1A DI
 * 2023 Volleyball - Class 1A DI

title: Little River, Kansas


text:
Lyons, Kansas

Lyons is a city in and the county seat of Rice County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 3,611.

History
For millennia, the land now known as Kansas was inhabited by Native Americans.

Although Coronado's exact route across the plains is uncertain and has been widely disputed, his men and he are thought to have camped near the present location of Lyons on their quest for Quivira, a Native American place that Indians to the southwest had told them was fabulously wealthy in gold.

West of Lyons is a cross commemorating Juan de Padilla, a member of Coronado's expedition, who returned the following year as a missionary. He was killed in 1542 by Native Americans after establishing a church in the area, and is considered the first Christian martyr in North America.

In 1803, most of modern Kansas was secured by the United States as part of the Louisiana Purchase.

Lyons Main Street (U.S. Highway 56) is based on the Santa Fe Trail.

In 1854, the Kansas Territory was organized, then in 1861 Kansas became the 34th U.S. state. In 1867, Rice County was founded.

Lyons was originally called Atlanta, and under the latter name was founded in 1870. It was renamed Lyons in 1876, in honor of Freeman J. Lyons.

In 1878, Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway and parties from Marion County and McPherson County chartered the Marion and McPherson Railway Company. In 1879, a branch line was built from Florence to McPherson, in 1880, it was extended to Lyons, and in 1881, it was extended to Ellinwood. The line was leased and operated by the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway. The line from Florence to Marion, was abandoned in 1968. In 1992, the line from Marion to McPherson was sold to Central Kansas Railway. In 1993, after heavy flood damage, the line from Marion to McPherson was abandoned. The original branch line connected Florence, Marion, Canada, Hillsboro, Lehigh, Canton, Galva, McPherson, Conway, Windom, Little River, Mitchell, Lyons, Chase, and Ellinwood.

Lyons was incorporated as a city in 1880, the same year the railroad was built through it.

In 1890, the Western Salt Company put down its first shaft to mine salt in Lyons.

Lyons was home to a minor league baseball. The Lyons Lions team played from 1909 to 1913. Lyons teams played as members of the Class D level Kansas State League from 1909 to 1911, the Central Kansas League in 1912 and Kansas State League in 1913. The Lyons franchise permanently folded after the 1913 season.

In the 1970s, the federal government was interested in using a local site for the burial of high-level nuclear waste.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.36 sqmi, all land.

Climate
According to the Köppen climate classification, Lyons has a humid continental climate, Dfa on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 3,611 people, 1,462 households, and 946 families in Lyons. The population density was 1,396.4 per square mile (539.1/km$2$). There were 1,712 housing units at an average density of 662.0 per square mile (255.6/km$2$). The racial makeup was 74.47% (2,689) white or European American (68.4% non-Hispanic white), 1.05% (38) black or African-American, 0.78% (28) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.17% (6) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 8.11% (293) from other races, and 15.43% (557) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 25.56% (923) of the population.

Of the 1,462 households, 33.7% had children under the age of 18; 47.2% were married couples living together; 26.7% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 30.3% of households consisted of individuals and 14.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.2 and the average family size was 2.7. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 9.8% of the population.

25.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 23.4% from 45 to 64, and 19.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38.1 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.8 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 107.6 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $49,448 (with a margin of error of +/- $7,166) and the median family income was $59,300 (+/- $2,547). Males had a median income of $45,171 (+/- $7,807) versus $23,971 (+/- $8,357) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $35,827 (+/- $4,782). Approximately, 6.0% of families and 13.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.6% of those under the age of 18 and 14.8% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 3,739 people, 1,503 households, and 952 families living in the city. The population density was 1584.3 PD/sqmi. There were 1,716 housing units at an average density of 727.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 85.7% White, 1.3% African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 7.9% from other races, and 3.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 20.3% of the population.

There were 1,503 households, of which 31.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.0% were married couples living together, 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.7% were non-families. 32.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.4% 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 3.04.

The median age in the city was 38.2 years. 25.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.5% were from 25 to 44; 23.8% were from 45 to 64; and 18.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.0% male and 51.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,732 people, 1,546 households, and 1,032 families living in the city. The population density was 1,732.5 PD/sqmi. There were 1,738 housing units at an average density of 806.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.16% White, 1.96% African American, 0.75% Native American, 0.32% Asian, 0.11% Pacific Islander, 3.75% from other races, and 1.96% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 12.03% of the population.

There were 1,546 households, out of which 31.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.3% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 30.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.0% 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 2.96.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.5% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 24.7% from 25 to 44, 20.9% from 45 to 64, and 19.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,945, and the median income for a family was $39,639. Males had a median income of $30,765 versus $17,778 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,206. About 9.1% of families and 11.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.0% of those under age 18 and 8.1% of those age 65 or over.

Economics
Lyons Salt Company and Compass Minerals is located on the southeast side of Lyons.

Education
The community is served by Lyons USD 405 public school district.

Notable people
Notable individuals who were born in and/or have lived in Lyons include:
 * William Borah (1865-1940), U.S. Senator from Idaho
 * Marshall Christmann (1976- ), Kansas state legislator
 * James Fankhauser (1939- ), conductor, singer
 * Orville Harrold (1878-1933), actor, opera singer
 * Shirley Knight (1938-2020), Hollywood actress
 * James Pulliam (1925-2005), architect
 * Marcia Rodd (1940- ), actress
 * Jerry Cox Vasconcells (1892-1950), U.S. Army captain, World War I flying ace
 * Milton R. Wolf (1971- ), radiologist, Kansas politician

title: Lyons, Kansas


text:
Raymond, Kansas

Raymond is a city in Rice County, Kansas, United States. It is named after Emmons Raymond, former Director of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 85.

History
For millennia, the land now known as Kansas was inhabited by Native Americans. In 1803, most of modern Kansas was secured by the United States as part of the Louisiana Purchase. In 1854, the Kansas Territory was organized, then in 1861 Kansas became the 34th U.S. state. In 1867, Rice County was founded.

Raymond was founded in 1871, making it the oldest town in Rice County. The first post office in Raymond was established in 1872. At one point in its history Raymond was known as a wild "cowtown" and was a stop on the Santa Fe Railroad, but the town has been in decline since the 1950s.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.32 sqmi, all of it land.

Area events

 * Labor Day Parade, has been held in Raymond since 1997.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 85 people, 42 households, and 27 families in Raymond. The population density was 274.2 per square mile (105.9/km$2$). There were 43 housing units at an average density of 138.7 per square mile (53.6/km$2$). The racial makeup was 87.06% (74) white or European American (87.06% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 2.35% (2) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.18% (1) from other races, and 9.41% (8) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.71% (4) of the population.

Of the 42 households, 26.2% had children under the age of 18; 45.2% were married couples living together; 23.8% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 19.0% of households consisted of individuals and 11.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.8 and the average family size was 2.2. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 3.5% of the population.

17.6% of the population was under the age of 18, 4.7% from 18 to 24, 22.4% from 25 to 44, 32.9% from 45 to 64, and 22.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 77.1 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 94.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $45,000 (with a margin of error of +/- $23,960) and the median family income was $50,417 (+/- $25,190). Females had a median income of $21,667 (+/- $14,587). The median income for those above 16 years old was $22,250 (+/- $17,987). Approximately, 15.8% of families and 29.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 100.0% 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 79 people, 39 households, and 20 families residing in the city. The population density was 246.9 PD/sqmi. There were 51 housing units at an average density of 159.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 39 households, of which 15.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.7% were married couples living together, 2.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 48.7% were non-families. 38.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.03 and the average family size was 2.75.

The median age in the city was 52.4 years. 12.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 15.2% were from 25 to 44; 35.4% were from 45 to 64; and 26.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.9% male and 48.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 95 people, 43 households, and 28 families residing in the city. The population density was 299.3 PD/sqmi. There were 51 housing units at an average density of 160.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.74% White, 1.05% Asian, 1.05% from other races, and 3.16% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.26% of the population.

There were 43 households, out of which 20.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.8% were married couples living together, 11.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.6% were non-families. 32.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.72.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.1% under the age of 18, 4.2% from 18 to 24, 20.0% from 25 to 44, 29.5% from 45 to 64, and 24.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 111.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $20,000, and the median income for a family was $28,750. Males had a median income of $13,125 versus $12,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,654. There were 23.1% of families and 33.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including 87.5% of under eighteens and 5.9% of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Chase–Raymond USD 401 public school district.

title: Raymond, Kansas


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Sterling, Kansas

Sterling is a city in Rice County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 2,248. Sterling is home to Sterling College.

History
For millennia, the land now known as Kansas was inhabited by Native Americans. In 1803, most of modern Kansas was secured by the United States as part of the Louisiana Purchase. In 1854, the Kansas Territory was organized, then in 1861 Kansas became the 34th U.S. state. In 1867, Rice County was founded.

Sterling was originally called Peace, and under the latter name was founded in 1872. In 1876, the name was changed to Sterling, by two brothers after their father Sterling Rosan.

In the 1890s, Jonathan S. Dillon sold groceries at his general store in Sterling. Later in 1913, he opened his first J.S. Dillon Cash Food Market in Hutchinson. Later he expanded into the Dillons grocery supermarket chain.

Historic places

 * Cooper Hall (NRHP), North Broadway Avenue.
 * Shay Building (NRHP), 202 South Broadway Avenue.
 * Sterling Carnegie Library (NRHP), 132 North Broadway Avenue.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.71 sqmi, of which, 1.67 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,328 people, 786 households, and 510 families living in the city. The population density was 1394.0 PD/sqmi. There were 933 housing units at an average density of 558.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.1% White, 2.4% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.9% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.3% of the population.

There were 786 households, of which 27.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.7% were married couples living together, 8.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.1% were non-families. 30.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.31 and the average family size was 2.89.

The median age in the city was 29.5 years. 18.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 26.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 16% were from 25 to 44; 22% were from 45 to 64; and 16.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.2% male and 49.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,642 people, 819 households, and 538 families living in the city. The population density was 1,861.3 PD/sqmi. There were 963 housing units at an average density of 678.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.42% White, 1.51% African American, 0.76% Native American, 0.68% Asian, 0.72% from other races, and 0.91% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.74% of the population.

There were 819 households, out of which 29.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.3% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.2% were non-families. 32.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 19.4% under the age of 18, 32.9% from 18 to 24, 17.3% from 25 to 44, 16.8% from 45 to 64, and 13.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 23 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 77.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,282, and the median income for a family was $40,739. Males had a median income of $32,381 versus $17,423 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,229. About 8.7% of families and 11.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.1% of those under age 18 and 8.1% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
Jacam, a chemical manufacturer serving the oil and gas industry, is the largest employer in Sterling.

Primary and secondary education
The community is served by Sterling USD 376 public school district. The district has three schools in Sterling:
 * Sterling High School, 308 East Washington Avenue, Grades 9 to 12.
 * Sterling Junior High School, 412 North 5th Street, Grades 7 to 8.
 * Sterling Grade School, 218 South 5th Street, Grades K to 6.

College
Sterling College is a four-year institution formerly affiliated with the Presbyterian Church USA. The college is one of the largest employers in the city of Sterling. The Sterling Warriors play home football games at Smisor Stadium and their home basketball games in the Clair L. Gleason PE Center on the Lonnie Kruse Court.

Highway
K-14/K-96 runs along the north side of Sterling, with access to Broadway Ave via a diamond interchange.

The highway previously passed through Sterling on Broadway Ave. In June 2023, the highway was realigned to the current limited-access highway that bypasses the city. Initially constructed as a super two freeway, right-of-way has been secured to enable future expansion to four lanes.

Rail
The Kansas and Oklahoma Railroad passes through the city.

Notable people

 * Doris Fleeson, syndicated journalist, born in Sterling
 * Nicolle Galyon, songwriter/singer, won AMC and CMA, raised in Sterling
 * Lorene Harrison, musician, educator, born in Sterling
 * Martin Pence, United States District Court judge, born in Sterling
 * Richard G. Weede, United States Marine Corps General, born in Sterling

title: Sterling, Kansas


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Leonardville, Kansas

Leonardville is a city in Riley County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 432.

History
Leonardville was established in 1881. It was named for Leonard T. Smith, a railroad official. A post office has been in operation at Leonardville since 1882.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.28 sqmi, all of it land.

Demographics
Leonardville is part of the Manhattan, Kansas Metropolitan Statistical Area.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 432 people, 161 households, and 101 families in Leonardville. The population density was 1,479.5 per square mile (571.2/km$2$). There were 188 housing units at an average density of 643.8 per square mile (248.6/km$2$). The racial makeup was 91.2% (394) white or European American (88.43% non-Hispanic white), 0.93% (4) black or African-American, 0.23% (1) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.23% (1) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.39% (6) from other races, and 6.02% (26) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.63% (20) of the population.

Of the 161 households, 32.9% had children under the age of 18; 50.9% were married couples living together; 22.4% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 31.1% of households consisted of individuals and 11.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.6 and the average family size was 3.5. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 17.4% of the population.

18.1% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 21.1% from 25 to 44, 22.5% from 45 to 64, and 31.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.7 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 107.0 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $56,875 (with a margin of error of +/- $16,750) and the median family income was $72,614 (+/- $12,318). Males had a median income of $43,750 (+/- $19,232) versus $20,391 (+/- $9,954) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $29,881 (+/- $2,880). Approximately, 2.1% of families and 8.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.0% of those under the age of 18 and 20.9% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 449 people, 169 households, and 112 families residing in the city. The population density was 1603.6 PD/sqmi. There were 195 housing units at an average density of 696.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.7% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.5% of the population.

There were 169 households, of which 36.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.3% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.7% were non-families. 29.6% 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 2.37 and the average family size was 2.91.

The median age in the city was 43.4 years. 24.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.2% were from 25 to 44; 23.9% were from 45 to 64; and 23.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.2% male and 54.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 398 people, 167 households, and 114 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,545.7 PD/sqmi. There were 198 housing units at an average density of 769.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.74% White, 0.25% Native American, 0.50% Asian, and 0.50% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.50% of the population.

There were 167 households, out of which 29.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.1% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.7% were non-families. 27.5% 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 2.38 and the average family size was 2.91.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.4% under the age of 18, 4.8% from 18 to 24, 28.6% from 25 to 44, 18.3% from 45 to 64, and 21.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,875, and the median income for a family was $38,750. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $20,469 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,327. About 4.2% of families and 9.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.4% of those under age 18 and 4.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Riley County USD 378 public school district.

Notable people

 * Quentin Breese (1918–1962), boxer
 * Albin Longren (1882–1950), aviation pioneer
 * Jordy Nelson (b. 1985), former American football player for the Green Bay Packers

title: Leonardville, Kansas


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Ogden, Kansas

Ogden is a city in Riley County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,661. It is located near Fort Riley between Manhattan and Junction City.

History
Ogden was founded about 1857. It was named for Major E. A. Ogden of the Army Corps of Engineers, a leader in building Fort Riley nearby. Ogden was incorporated as a city in 1870.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.66 sqmi, of which, 1.61 sqmi is land and 0.05 sqmi is water.

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

Demographics
Ogden is part of the Manhattan, Kansas Metropolitan Statistical Area.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 1,661 people, 699 households, and 430 families in Ogden. The population density was 992.8 per square mile (383.3/km$2$). There were 923 housing units at an average density of 551.7 per square mile (213.0/km$2$). The racial makeup was 72.91% (1,211) white or European American (68.93% non-Hispanic white), 7.53% (125) black or African-American, 1.2% (20) Native American or Alaska Native, 2.77% (46) Asian, 0.06% (1) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 3.61% (60) from other races, and 11.92% (198) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 12.64% (210) of the population.

Of the 699 households, 34.6% had children under the age of 18; 45.1% were married couples living together; 22.0% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 30.3% of households consisted of individuals and 7.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.3 and the average family size was 2.8. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 13.3% of the population.

25.2% of the population was under the age of 18, 10.8% from 18 to 24, 36.1% from 25 to 44, 20.1% from 45 to 64, and 7.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30.1 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.0 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 95.1 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $41,190 (with a margin of error of +/- $9,514) and the median family income was $48,864 (+/- $9,241). Males had a median income of $40,192 (+/- $7,212) versus $20,052 (+/- $8,316) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $32,594 (+/- $6,460). Approximately, 15.1% of families and 14.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.9% of those under the age of 18 and 2.7% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,087 people, 823 households, and 551 families living in the city. The population density was 1296.3 PD/sqmi. There were 992 housing units at an average density of 616.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 76.8% White, 11.2% African American, 1.2% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 2.6% from other races, and 6.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.4% of the population.

There were 823 households, of which 43.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.4% were married couples living together, 13.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.0% were non-families. 27.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.08.

The median age in the city was 26.5 years. 30.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 14.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 35.1% were from 25 to 44; 15.7% were from 45 to 64; and 4.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.7% male and 49.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,762 people, 690 households, and 462 families living in the city. The population density was 2,337.8 PD/sqmi. There were 851 housing units at an average density of 1,129.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 76.16% White, 12.26% African American, 0.68% Native American, 2.10% Asian, 0.17% Pacific Islander, 3.01% from other races, and 5.62% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.89% of the population.

There were 690 households, out of which 41.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.3% were married couples living together, 12.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.9% were non-families. 27.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.55 and the average family size was 3.12.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 32.0% under the age of 18, 14.4% from 18 to 24, 34.7% from 25 to 44, 13.1% from 45 to 64, and 5.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 27 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,750, and the median income for a family was $31,375. Males had a median income of $25,463 versus $19,471 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,287. About 17.5% of families and 17.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.1% of those under age 18 and 9.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Manhattan-Ogden USD 383 public school district. A fraction of northeast Ogden is served by Geary County USD 475.

title: Ogden, Kansas


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Randolph, Kansas

Randolph is a city in Riley County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 159.

History
Randolph was originally called Waterville, and under the latter name was laid out in 1856. It was renamed Randolph in honor Gardner Randolph, a pioneer settler.

Randolph was originally located a mile east of its present location. When the Tuttle Creek reservoir began filling up in 1962, it affected ten towns and entirely submerged four of them (from north to south): Cleburne at 39.53028°N, -96.635°W, Randolph, Garrison Cross and Stockdale. The only town to rebuild elsewhere was Randolph, where the streets are named after the submerged towns.

The ruins of the original town are visible on the north side of Kansas Highway 16 as it crosses the lake. The downtown of the original settlement is above the waterline on an island in the marshes at the northern tip of the lake. The island is occasionally accessible by foot when Fancy Creek is low, but the channels of Fancy Creek and the Big Blue River shift frequently making access to the ruins unpredictable. This is locally known as "Old Randolph."

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.25 sqmi, all of it land.

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

Demographics
Randolph is part of the Manhattan, Kansas Metropolitan Statistical Area.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 159 people, 64 households, and 45 families in Randolph. The population density was 633.5 per square mile (244.6/km$2$). There were 78 housing units at an average density of 310.8 per square mile (120.0/km$2$). The racial makeup was 88.05% (140) white or European American (88.05% non-Hispanic white), 3.77% (6) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 2.52% (4) from other races, and 5.66% (9) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.03% (8) of the population.

Of the 64 households, 26.6% had children under the age of 18; 54.7% were married couples living together; 26.6% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 28.1% of households consisted of individuals and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.5 and the average family size was 3.0. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 14.5% of the population.

21.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 3.8% from 18 to 24, 27.7% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 22.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40.3 years. For every 100 females, there were 112.0 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 111.9 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $62,321 (with a margin of error of +/- $11,161) and the median family income was $67,500 (+/- $22,955). Females had a median income of $25,000 (+/- $7,344). The median income for those above 16 years old was $25,521 (+/- $9,023). Approximately, 0.0% of families and 2.4% 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 163 people, 71 households, and 43 families residing in the city. The population density was 652.0 PD/sqmi. There were 82 housing units at an average density of 328.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.9% White and 3.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.9% of the population.

There were 71 households, of which 31.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.7% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.4% were non-families. 33.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the city was 36.5 years. 25.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28.2% were from 25 to 44; 28.8% were from 45 to 64; and 12.3% 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 175 people, 77 households, and 41 families residing in the city. The population density was 700.2 PD/sqmi. There were 83 housing units at an average density of 332.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.14% White, 0.57% Native American, and 2.29% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.57% of the population.

There were 77 households, out of which 26.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.5% were married couples living together, 6.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 45.5% were non-families. 41.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 3.24.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 27.4% from 25 to 44, 21.1% from 45 to 64, and 20.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $21,875, and the median income for a family was $50,313. Males had a median income of $21,563 versus $21,458 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,666. About 9.3% of families and 9.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.7% of those under the age of eighteen and 20.7% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Blue Valley USD 384 public school district.

Notable people

 * Cassandra Peterson, actress who played Elvira, Mistress of the Dark on TV and film

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Riley, Kansas

Riley is a city in Riley County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 938.

History
Riley was originally called Union, and under the latter name was founded in 1871. It was renamed Riley Center in the late 1870s. Riley was the name of a railroad employee.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.48 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, Riley has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Demographics
Riley is part of the Manhattan, Kansas Metropolitan Statistical Area.

2010 census
As of the 2010 census, there were 939 people, 363 households, and 251 families living in the city. The population density was 1956.3 PD/sqmi. There were 406 housing units at an average density of 845.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.6% White, 0.6% African American, 1.3% Native American, 0.5% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.

There were 363 households, of which 38.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.1% were married couples living together, 12.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.9% were non-families. 25.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 3.15.

The median age in the city was 34 years. 29.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 30.1% were from 25 to 44; 24.8% were from 45 to 64; and 9.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.1% male and 49.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 886 people, 337 households, and 241 families living in the city. The population density was 2,170.5 PD/sqmi. There were 376 housing units at an average density of 921.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.13% White, 0.79% African American, 2.37% Native American, 0.34% Asian, 1.24% from other races, and 1.13% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.69% of the population.

There were 337 households, out of which 40.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.3% were married couples living together, 10.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.2% were non-families. 23.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 3.16.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 31.3% under the age of 18, 8.4% from 18 to 24, 30.7% from 25 to 44, 18.6% from 45 to 64, and 11.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,794, and the median income for a family was $37,955. Males had a median income of $26,528 versus $19,318 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,164. About 8.7% of families and 10.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.0% of those under age 18 and 3.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Riley County USD 378 public school district.

Notable people

 * Jordy Nelson, former National Football League wide receiver for the Green Bay Packers and Oakland Raiders.

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Damar, Kansas

Damar is a city in Rooks County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 112.

History
Damar was established along the Union Pacific Railroad in 1888 by a community of French Canadians. The community had emigrated from Canada as early as 1871, settling on farms along the Rooks County-Graham County line in northwest Kansas. According to tradition, the community was named after D.M. Marr, the original owner of the town site.

The nearby Enfield Post Office was relocated to Damar in 1894.

St. Joseph Catholic Church was constructed in 1912. The church was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 2005.

In 1920, Damar had three elevators, two implement dealerships, a hardware store, a lumber yard, a dry goods store, grocery stores, a barbershop, a bank, and an opera hall.

The Knights of Columbus built the township hall in 1922.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.19 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, Damar has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 112 people, 53 households, and 27 families in Damar. The population density was 586.4 per square mile (226.4/km$2$). There were 79 housing units at an average density of 413.6 per square mile (159.7/km$2$). The racial makeup was 91.96% (103) white or European American (91.07% 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 8.04% (9) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 0.89% (1) of the population.

Of the 53 households, 20.8% had children under the age of 18; 45.3% were married couples living together; 28.3% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 47.2% of households consisted of individuals and 22.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.6 and the average family size was 2.2. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 37.5% of the population.

16.1% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 18.8% from 25 to 44, 27.7% from 45 to 64, and 30.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 115.4 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 113.6 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $36,000 (with a margin of error of +/- $17,610) and the median family income was $60,000 (+/- $17,862). Males had a median income of $33,889 (+/- $17,688). The median income for those above 16 years old was $33,333 (+/- $6,477). Approximately, 8.0% of families and 12.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.0% of those under the age of 18 and 17.4% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 132 people, 58 households, and 34 families residing in the city. The population density was 694.7 PD/sqmi. There were 91 housing units at an average density of 478.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.7% White, 1.5% Asian, and 0.8% from two or more races.

There were 58 households, of which 29.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.7% were married couples living together, 3.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.4% were non-families. 34.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 2.97.

The median age in the city was 50 years. 23.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 14.3% were from 25 to 44; 34% were from 45 to 64; and 20.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.2% male and 53.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 155 people, 64 households, and 41 families residing in the city. The population density was 812.6 PD/sqmi. There were 86 housing units at an average density of 450.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.13% White and 3.87% African American.

There were 64 households, out of which 28.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.7% were married couples living together, 4.7% 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 26.6% 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 3.05.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.7% under the age of 18, 5.2% from 18 to 24, 23.9% from 25 to 44, 12.3% from 45 to 64, and 29.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,917, and the median income for a family was $31,563. Males had a median income of $25,625 versus $9,583 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,796. About 9.3% of families and 7.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.8% of those under the age of eighteen and 4.2% of those 65 or over.

Parks and Recreation

 * Webster Reservoir and Webster State Park

Education
The community is served by Palco USD 269 public school district. It has two schools: Damar Elementary School is located in Damar, Palco Jr-Sr High School is located in Palco.

Damar High School was unified with Palco High School in 1974. The Damar High School mascot was the Antelope.

title: Damar, Kansas