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Severy, Kansas

Severy is a city in Greenwood County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 205.

History
Severy was originally called Gould, and under the latter name founded in 1879. When the Santa Fe Railway was built through the neighborhood, the name Severy was adopted in honor of Luther Severy, a railroad employee.

Geography
Severy is located along K-99 south of its intersection with U.S. Route 400. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.49 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, Severy has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 259 people, 132 households, and 62 families residing in the city. The population density was 528.6 PD/sqmi. There were 187 housing units at an average density of 381.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.8% White, 0.4% African American, 0.8% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 2.7% from two or more races.

There were 132 households, of which 22.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 33.3% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 53.0% were non-families. 47.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 28.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.96 and the average family size was 2.85.

The median age in the city was 50.8 years. 21.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 17.7% were from 25 to 44; 29.7% were from 45 to 64; and 25.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.3% male and 53.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 359 people, 152 households, and 89 families residing in the city. The population density was 710.9 PD/sqmi. There were 197 housing units at an average density of 390.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.38% White, 1.95% Native American, 0.28% from other races, and 1.39% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.84% of the population.

There were 152 households, out of which 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.7% were married couples living together, 7.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.4% were non-families. 33.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.3% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 25.6% from 25 to 44, 21.7% from 45 to 64, and 18.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $23,393, and the median income for a family was $29,583. Males had a median income of $30,208 versus $24,063 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,623. About 8.1% of families and 12.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.9% of those under age 18 and 3.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by West Elk USD 282 public school district. School unification consolidated Moline, Howard and Severy schools forming USD 282. West Elk High School is located in Howard. The West Elk High School mascot is Patriots.

Severy High School was closed in school unification. The Severy High School mascot was Severy Wildcats.

Notable people

 * Stanley Vestal, Western historian and author, including Dodge City, Queen of the Cowtowns, born near Severy in 1887

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Virgil, Kansas

Virgil is a city in Greenwood County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 48. It is located approximately 8 miles east of the city of Hamilton.

History
The first post office in Virgil was established in 1863. The community may be named after Virgil, New York.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.56 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, Virgil has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 71 people, 35 households, and 21 families residing in the city. The population density was 126.8 PD/sqmi. There were 57 housing units at an average density of 101.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.8% White, 1.4% Native American, and 2.8% from two or more races.

There were 35 households, of which 22.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.9% were married couples living together, 2.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 14.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.0% were non-families. 34.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 28.5% 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 2.57.

The median age in the city was 55.8 years. 15.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 2.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 12.7% were from 25 to 44; 28.2% were from 45 to 64; and 40.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.3% male and 50.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 113 people, 44 households, and 28 families residing in the city. The population density was 205.0 PD/sqmi. There were 61 housing units at an average density of 110.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 90.27% White, 0.88% Native American, 7.96% from other races, and 0.88% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.96% of the population.

There were 44 households, out of which 27.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 6.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.1% were non-families. 34.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.14.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 35.4% under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 17.7% from 25 to 44, 22.1% from 45 to 64, and 19.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $23,750, and the median income for a family was $33,125. Males had a median income of $21,250 versus $15,625 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,604. There were 8.7% of families and 22.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including 45.5% of under eighteens and 7.7% of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Madison–Virgil USD 386 public school district.

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Coolidge, Kansas

Coolidge is a city in Hamilton County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 80. It is located along Highway 50 about 1 mile east of the Colorado-Kansas border.

History
The city of Coolidge was named after Thomas Jefferson Coolidge, the former president of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway.

The first post office in Coolidge was established in July 1881.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.46 sqmi, all of it land.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 80 people, 28 households, and 16 families in Coolidge. The population density was 173.2 per square mile (66.9/km$2$). There were 44 housing units at an average density of 95.2 per square mile (36.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 65.0% (52) white or European American (63.75% non-Hispanic white), 2.5% (2) black or African-American, 3.75% (3) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 20.0% (16) from other races, and 8.75% (7) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 27.5% (22) of the population.

Of the 28 households, 39.3% had children under the age of 18; 50.0% were married couples living together; 7.1% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 35.7% 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 2.6 and the average family size was 5.0. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 10.0% of the population.

31.2% of the population was under the age of 18, 10.0% from 18 to 24, 17.5% from 25 to 44, 22.5% from 45 to 64, and 18.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 73.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 77.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $31,000 (with a margin of error of +/- $5,248) and the median family income was $37,188 (+/- $15,126). Males had a median income of $31,167 (+/- $1,709) versus $23,611 (+/- $507) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $30,333 (+/- $8,990). Approximately, 0.0% of families and 3.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.0% of those under the age of 18 and 5.3% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 95 people, 43 households, and 26 families residing in the city. The population density was 206.5 PD/sqmi. There were 49 housing units at an average density of 106.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 82.1% White and 17.9% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 33.7% of the population.

There were 43 households, of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.9% were married couples living together, 9.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.5% were non-families. 32.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.88.

The median age in the city was 42.1 years. 25.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.4% were from 25 to 44; 28.4% were from 45 to 64; and 16.8% 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 86 people, 36 households, and 25 families residing in the city. The population density was 187.4 PD/sqmi. There were 41 housing units at an average density of 89.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 70.93% White, 26.74% from other races, and 2.33% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 33.72% of the population.

There were 36 households, out of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.7% were married couples living together, 5.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.8% were non-families. 27.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 19.8% under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 24.4% from 25 to 44, 19.8% from 45 to 64, and 27.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $36,250, and the median income for a family was $36,250. Males had a median income of $22,000 versus $26,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,485. There were no families and 3.0% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 6.3% of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Syracuse USD 494 public school district, located in the city of Syracuse.

Cultural references
In the 1983 movie National Lampoon's Vacation starring Chevy Chase as Clark Griswold, the Griswolds visits Cousin Eddie and his family, who live on a farm outside Coolidge.

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Syracuse, Kansas

Syracuse is a city in and the county seat of Hamilton County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,826. It is located along Highway 50.

History
Syracuse began its existence as a stop on the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway. The site was originally called Holidayburg or Holliday in honor of Cyrus K. Holliday, first President of the ATSF railway. In 1873 a group of settlers from Syracuse, New York arrived and the site was renamed to Syracuse. In 1886, Syracuse was recognized as the county seat of Hamilton County. Syracuse secured its place in American history on April 5, 1887 by electing an all-woman city council, the first in the nation. The council consisted of Mrs. N. E. Wheeler (mayor), Caroline Johnson Barber, Mrs. W. A. Swartwood, Mrs. S. P. Nott, Mrs. Charles Coe, and Mrs. G. C. Riggles.

By 1912, Syracuse was home to more than a thousand souls, 2 banks, a hotel belonging to the Fred Harvey Company, a flour mill, several machine shops, 2 weekly newspapers (Syracuse Journal and the Republican-News), 4 churches, a county high school with 10 teachers, a telegraph and express office, and an international money order post office.

Geography
Syracuse is located along U.S. Route 50 and the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway, 16 mi from the Colorado border. The Arkansas River runs just south of the City of Syracuse. The countryside south of the Arkansas River is marked by sandhills. Located within these sandhills is the "Syracuse Sand Dunes," a city park covering 1300 acre, including a 40 acre fishing pond.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.10 sqmi, all of it land.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 1,826 people, 602 households, and 349 families in Syracuse. The population density was 445.4 per square mile (171.9/km$2$). There were 720 housing units at an average density of 175.6 per square mile (67.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 57.83% (1,056) white, 0.49% (9) black or African-American, 1.15% (21) Native American, 0.16% (3) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander, 24.81% (453) from other races, and 15.55% (284) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 44.0% (793) of the population.

Of the 602 households, 24.4% had children under the age of 18; 47.3% were married couples living together; 26.9% had a female householder with no husband present. 39.0% of households consisted of individuals and 10.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.0 and the average family size was 4.1.

25.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 36.7% from 25 to 44, 17.5% from 45 to 64, and 12.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35.5 years. For every 100 females, the population had 90.3 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 100.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $44,535 (with a margin of error of +/- $6,141) and the median family income $53,417 (+/- $5,039). Males had a median income of $38,684 (+/- $4,336) versus $26,165 (+/- $2,933) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $36,007 (+/- $2,507). Approximately, 6.9% of families and 11.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.5% of those under the age of 18 and 12.1% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,812 people, 715 households, and 460 families living in the city. The population density was 442.0 PD/sqmi. There were 832 housing units at an average density of 202.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 76.7% White, 0.2% African American, 1.8% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 19.4% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 32.7% of the population.

There were 715 households, of which 37.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.6% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.7% were non-families. 31.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 3.23.

The median age in the city was 32.1 years. 28.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.5% were from 25 to 44; 22.4% were from 45 to 64; and 13.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.6% male and 49.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,824 people, 742 households, and 483 families living in the city. The population density was 1,374.0 PD/sqmi. There were 830 housing units at an average density of 625.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 79.22% White, 0.71% African American, 0.27% Native American, 0.82% Asian, 17.65% from other races, and 1.32% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 22.42% of the population.

There were 742 households, out of which 33.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.5% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.9% were non-families. 32.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 3.13.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.2% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 25.5% from 25 to 44, 20.4% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,250, and the median income for a family was $37,976. Males had a median income of $29,000 versus $23,482 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,531. About 10.7% of families and 15.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.0% of those under age 18 and 11.6% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Syracuse USD 494 public school district. The Syracuse school mascot is Bulldogs.

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Anthony, Kansas

Anthony is a city in and the county seat of Harper County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 2,108.

History
The Anthony townsite was laid out in 1878. The city was named after the 7th governor of Kansas, George T. Anthony who was in office at the time. Following the reorganization of Harper County in 1878 following the original fraudulent organization in 1873, Anthony was designated the temporary county seat, as Bluff City, designated county seat of the fraudulent county organization, did not exist at the time. In 1879, a county seat election was held, and Anthony won over Harper City even though 2,960 ballots were cast with 800 legal voters in the county.

Anthony existed at the intersection of the St. Louis-San Francisco Railroad and the Missouri Pacific Railway since at least 1891. Three additional railroads came through town by 1912: the Choctaw Northern Railroad (by then owned by the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad), the Kansas City, Mexico and Orient Railroad and the Kansas Southwestern Railway (the latter two becoming part of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway. However, rail abandonments began around 1986, leaving Anthony without any rail service by 2000.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.31 sqmi, of which, 3.13 sqmi is land and 0.18 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, Anthony has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 2,108 people, 922 households, and 538 families in Anthony. The population density was 654.3 per square mile (252.6/km$2$). There were 1,217 housing units at an average density of 377.7 per square mile (145.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 90.28% (1,903) white or European American (87.62% non-Hispanic white), 0.62% (13) black or African-American, 2.09% (44) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.43% (9) Asian, 0.09% (2) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.95% (20) from other races, and 5.55% (117) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.22% (110) of the population.

Of the 922 households, 25.9% had children under the age of 18; 41.1% were married couples living together; 30.7% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 36.3% of households consisted of individuals and 17.7% 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 3.1. The percent of those with a bachelor's degree or higher was estimated to be 11.7% of the population.

22.9% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 22.6% from 25 to 44, 24.3% from 45 to 64, and 22.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41.7 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.5 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 109.1 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $51,023 (with a margin of error of +/- $7,977) and the median family income was $54,779 (+/- $12,527). Males had a median income of $36,636 (+/- $3,235) versus $23,951 (+/- $2,661) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $31,958 (+/- $4,258). Approximately, 12.4% of families and 15.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.9% of those under the age of 18 and 15.9% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,269 people, 977 households, and 631 families residing in the city. The population density was 724.9 PD/sqmi. There were 1,217 housing units at an average density of 388.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.0% White, 0.5% African American, 1.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 1.5% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.0% of the population.

There were 977 households, of which 28.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.0% were married couples living together, 12.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.4% were non-families. 31.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.79.

The median age in the city was 43.1 years. 23.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22% were from 25 to 44; 25.5% were from 45 to 64; and 22.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.1% male and 51.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,440 people, 1,059 households, and 659 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,597.4 PD/sqmi. There were 1,215 housing units at an average density of 795.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.19% White, 0.29% African American, 0.98% Native American, 0.20% Asian, 0.53% from other races, and 1.80% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.48% of the population.

There were 1,059 households, out of which 28.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.0% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.7% were non-families. 34.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.91.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.8% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 21.9% from 25 to 44, 20.7% from 45 to 64, and 24.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,730, and the median income for a family was $37,321. Males had a median income of $27,042 versus $17,604 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,540. About 12.8% of families and 16.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.8% of those under age 18 and 8.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Chaparral USD 361 public school district. USD 361 was created through school unification that consolidated Anthony and Harper schools.

Both Anthony and Harper have elementary schools. The district high school, Chaparral High School, is located halfway between the two towns. The Chaparral High School mascot is Roadrunners.

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

Notable people

 * Dennis Moore, Congressman, 3rd District Kansas 1999–2011, born in Anthony.
 * Neal Patterson, American businessman who was CEO of Cerner Corporation (medical software company)
 * Virgil A. Richard, United States Army general, was born in Anthony.
 * Sidney Toler (1874–1947), actor, playwright, theatre director, comic actor in Broadway theatre, portrayed detective Charlie Chan in 22 films, appeared in supporting roles in 50 films

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Attica, Kansas

Attica is a city in Harper County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 516. The town was named after the historical region of Attica, in Greece.

History
Land for the community was purchased in late June 1884 and became the end of the Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railway. The town was incorporated on February 16, 1885, with a population of 1,500 people. The population grew further until the Cherokee Outlet in northern Oklahoma was opened by a Land run in 1893, at which point many people moved south to that territory.

Most of Attica is in Section 3 of Township 32 South of Range 9 West (S3-T32S-R9W) of the 6th Principal Meridian. The land for Attica was purchased from the Osage Land Trust, which also held the surrounding farmland. According to documents from Attica, the Osage Land Trust was held by the US government for the Osage tribe. Settlers could buy tracts of 160 acres (quarter-sections) for $1.25 / acre, and the money would go to the tribe. For reference, some of that land sold in 1909 for $12/acre.

On May 12, 2004, the town was damaged by an F2 tornado that was received widespread coverage on local and national television.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.64 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, Attica has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 516 people, 218 households, and 127 families in Attica. The population density was 813.9 per square mile (314.2/km$2$). There were 280 housing units at an average density of 441.6 per square mile (170.5/km$2$). The racial makeup was 90.12% (465) white or European American (87.02% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 2.13% (11) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.39% (2) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.55% (8) from other races, and 5.81% (30) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.81% (30) of the population.

Of the 218 households, 31.7% had children under the age of 18; 39.9% were married couples living together; 28.4% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 38.5% of households consisted of individuals and 18.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.5 and the average family size was 3.0. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 9.9% of the population.

23.1% of the population was under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 17.2% from 25 to 44, 24.0% from 45 to 64, and 29.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47.6 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.4 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 113.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $36,359 (with a margin of error of +/- $3,984) and the median family income was $42,083 (+/- $10,067). Males had a median income of $40,938 (+/- $8,912) versus $21,750 (+/- $1,364) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $26,167 (+/- $3,414). Approximately, 14.7% of families and 18.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.8% 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 626 people, 246 households, and 155 families residing in the city. The population density was 978.1 PD/sqmi. There were 298 housing units at an average density of 465.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.7% White, 0.8% African American, 1.4% Native American, 1.3% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.

There were 246 households, of which 27.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.2% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 37.0% were non-families. 32.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 2.98.

The median age in the city was 42 years. 24.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.1% were from 25 to 44; 22.7% were from 45 to 64; and 25.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.1% male and 51.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 636 people, 254 households, and 154 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,097.8 PD/sqmi. There were 297 housing units at an average density of 512.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.58% White, 0.94% Native American, 0.16% Asian, 0.16% Pacific Islander, and 0.16% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.63% of the population.

There were 254 households, out of which 23.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.8% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.0% were non-families. 37.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.15 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 19.7% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 19.8% from 25 to 44, 21.9% from 45 to 64, and 31.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 78.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,012, and the median income for a family was $34,643. Males had a median income of $30,833 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,733. About 5.8% of families and 9.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.4% of those under age 18 and 9.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Attica USD 511 public school district. The Attica High School mascot is Bulldogs.

External list

 * City of Attica
 * Attica - Directory of Public Officials
 * Attica city map, KDOT

title: Attica, Kansas


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Bluff City, Kansas

Bluff City is a city in Harper County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 45.

History
Bluff City was founded about 1879. The community took its name from Bluff Creek, which flows past it.

Bluff City was a station and shipping point on the Kansas Southwestern Railway.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.54 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, Bluff City has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 45 people, 21 households, and 11 families in Bluff City. The population density was 88.9 per square mile (34.3/km$2$). There were 31 housing units at an average density of 61.3 per square mile (23.7/km$2$). The racial makeup was 88.89% (40) white or European American (84.44% 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 11.11% (5) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 8.89% (4) of the population.

Of the 21 households, 33.3% had children under the age of 18; 23.8% were married couples living together; 14.3% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 42.9% of households consisted of individuals and 23.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 4.6 and the average family size was 5.2. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 0.0% of the population.

20.0% of the population was under the age of 18, 2.2% from 18 to 24, 17.8% from 25 to 44, 35.6% from 45 to 64, and 24.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 53.3 years. For every 100 females, there were 66.7 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 71.4 males.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 65 people, 29 households, and 13 families residing in the city. The population density was 120.4 PD/sqmi. There were 42 housing units at an average density of 77.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 29 households, of which 24.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.9% 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 55.2% were non-families. 37.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 3.15.

The median age in the city was 42.8 years. 23.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 32.2% were from 25 to 44; 27.7% were from 45 to 64; and 13.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 55.4% male and 44.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 80 people, 32 households, and 23 families residing in the city. The population density was 147.6 PD/sqmi. There were 48 housing units at an average density of 88.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 32 households, out of which 31.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.6% were married couples living together, and 28.1% were non-families. 21.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.5% under the age of 18, 3.8% from 18 to 24, 25.0% from 25 to 44, 26.3% from 45 to 64, and 22.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 122.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 113.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $20,625, and the median income for a family was $31,458. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $10,417 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,030. There were 13.3% of families and 12.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 50.0% of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Chaparral USD 361 public school district.

Bluff City High School was closed through school unification. The Bluff City High School mascot was Tigers.

External list

 * Bluff City - Directory of Public Officials
 * Bluff City map, KDOT

title: Bluff City, Kansas


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Danville, Kansas

Danville is a city in Harper County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 29.

History
Danville was originally known as Odell. It was change to Coleville in 1881 and platted in 1880 by Mrs. J. E. Cole. When Mrs. Cole later sold the town site, the name was changed to Danville, after Danville, Ohio.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.08 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 29 people, 13 households, and 11 families in Danville. The population density was 349.4 per square mile (134.9/km$2$). There were 19 housing units at an average density of 228.9 per square mile (88.4/km$2$). The racial makeup was 82.76% (24) white or European American (75.86% 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 17.24% (5) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 10.34% (3) of the population.

Of the 13 households, 61.5% had children under the age of 18; 76.9% were married couples living together; 7.7% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 15.4% of households consisted of individuals and 7.7% 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 2.3.

34.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 0.0% from 18 to 24, 10.3% from 25 to 44, 34.5% from 45 to 64, and 20.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 123.1 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 90.0 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median family income was $96,250 (+/- $87,780). The median income for those above 16 years old was $33,750 (+/- $33,344).

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 38 people, 19 households, and 8 families residing in the city. The population density was 475.0 PD/sqmi. There were 26 housing units at an average density of 325.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 19 households, of which 15.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 31.6% were married couples living together, 10.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 57.9% were non-families. 42.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.00 and the average family size was 2.88.

The median age in the city was 47.5 years. 21.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 2.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.8% were from 25 to 44; 36.9% were from 45 to 64; and 15.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.4% male and 52.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 59 people, 26 households, and 17 families residing in the city. The population density was 685.5 PD/sqmi. There were 30 housing units at an average density of 348.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.61% White and 3.39% Native American.

There were 26 households, out of which 23.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.8% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.8% were non-families. 23.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.67.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.3% under the age of 18, 20.3% from 18 to 24, 18.6% from 25 to 44, 22.0% from 45 to 64, and 18.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 135.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $20,313, and the median income for a family was $19,583. Males had a median income of $35,625 versus $0 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,743. There were 13.3% of families and 12.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including 11.8% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Chaparral USD 361 public school district.

External list

 * Danville - Directory of Public Officials
 * Danville city map, KDOT

title: Danville, Kansas


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Freeport, Kansas

Freeport is an unincorporated community in Harper County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2010 census, the population of the community was 5. It was an incorporated city up until 2017 when it dissolved.

History
Before officially being established as a city, Freeport was preceded by a settlement called Midlothian, which was located a few miles from Freeport's current location. Midlothian is the Scottish word for Midland.

Midlothian had a few amenities including a post office established in 1879, as well as a local school and church.

Freeport was founded in 1885. It was located on the Missouri Pacific Railway.

In the late 19th century Freeport was a growing town. Freeport boasted three lumberyards, two grain elevators, nine grocery stores, five dry goods stores, two meat markets, two hardware stores, three drug stores, four blacksmiths, one bank and two hotels. In 1892, the population of Freeport reached its peak at 700.

The Midlothian post office was renamed after the founding of Freeport. The post office was in operation at Freeport since 1885. The community has a grain elevator and a church.

Until November 2017, when the population had risen to eight, it was the smallest incorporated city in the state of Kansas. The city was dissolved by a vote of 4–0 in the November 2017 election.

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

Freeport is surrounded by plains and farmland on all sides. There are no bodies of water and little tree coverage.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 5 people, 3 households, and 2 families residing in the community. The population density was 25.0 PD/sqmi. There were 4 housing units at an average density of 20.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the community was 80.0% White and 20.0% Native American.

There were 3 households, of which 66.7% were married couples living together and 33.3% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals. The average household size was 1.67 and the average family size was 2.00.

The median age in the community was 66.5 years. 0.0% of residents were under the age of 18; 20% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 0.0% were from 25 to 44; 20% were from 45 to 64; and 60% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the community was 60.0% male and 40.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 6 people, 3 households, and 3 families residing in the community. The population density was 31.5 PD/sqmi. There were 5 housing units at an average density of 26.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the community was 100.00% White.

There were 3 households, out of which none had persons under the age of 18 living with them, 66.7% were married couples living together, and 33.3% had a female householder with no husband present. The average household size was 2.00 and the average family size was 2.00.

In the community, the population was spread out, with 33.3% from 45 to 64, and 66.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 66 years. For every 100 females, there were 100 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100 males.

The median income for a household in the community was $31,250, and the median income for a family was $31,250. The per capita income for the community was $14,590. None of the population and none of the families were below the poverty line.

Education
The community is served by Chaparral USD 361 public school district.

External list

 * Freeport Map, KDOT
 * Harper County maps: Current, Historic, KDOT

title: Freeport, Kansas


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Harper, Kansas

Harper is a city in Harper County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,313.

History
Harper was founded in 1877 by a colony from Iowa. The city of Harper, like Harper County, is named for Sergeant Marion Harper of the 2nd Kansas Cavalry, who fell in the (American) Civil War. Harper was incorporated as a city in 1880.

The first post office in Harper was established in May 1877 as Cora City, but in June of that year, the post office was renamed Harper.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 1,313 people, 584 households, and 348 families in Harper. The population density was 809.0 per square mile (312.4/km$2$). There were 741 housing units at an average density of 456.6 per square mile (176.3/km$2$). The racial makeup was 76.77% (1,008) white or European American (73.95% non-Hispanic white), 0.23% (3) black or African-American, 2.36% (31) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.23% (3) Asian, 0.08% (1) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 12.8% (168) from other races, and 7.54% (99) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 19.95% (262) of the population.

Of the 584 households, 30.0% had children under the age of 18; 41.4% were married couples living together; 27.6% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 35.6% of households consisted of individuals and 18.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.1 and the average family size was 2.8. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 7.1% of the population.

25.6% of the population was under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 23.7% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 21.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39.6 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.0 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 96.6 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $51,750 (with a margin of error of +/- $2,828) and the median family income was $75,917 (+/- $18,670). Males had a median income of $39,564 (+/- $6,208) versus $21,458 (+/- $1,773) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $33,750 (+/- $7,955). Approximately, 4.4% of families and 11.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.7% of those under the age of 18 and 12.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,473 people, 624 households, and 385 families living in the city. The population density was 903.7 PD/sqmi. There were 742 housing units at an average density of 455.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.2% White, 0.2% African American, 1.3% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 0.5% Pacific Islander, 4.8% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 10.0% of the population.

There were 624 households, of which 30.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.0% were married couples living together, 8.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.3% were non-families. 34.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.95.

The median age in the city was 40.3 years. 25.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.8% were from 25 to 44; 25.1% were from 45 to 64; and 19.1% 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 1,567 people, 675 households, and 417 families living in the city. The population density was 1,219.0 PD/sqmi. There were 787 housing units at an average density of 612.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.57% White, 0.13% African American, 0.64% Native American, 0.57% from other races, and 1.08% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.21% of the population.

There were 675 households, out of which 28.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.3% were married couples living together, 8.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.2% were non-families. 35.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 2.98.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.0% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 22.0% from 25 to 44, 23.9% from 45 to 64, and 21.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,272, and the median income for a family was $40,761. Males had a median income of $29,583 versus $19,779 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,543. About 6.9% of families and 9.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.0% of those under age 18 and 6.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Chaparral USD 361 public school district. USD 361 was created through school unification that consolidated Anthony and Harper schools.

Both Anthony and Harper have elementary schools. The district high school, Chaparral High School, is located halfway between the two towns. The Chaparral High School mascot is Roadrunners.

Harper High School was closed through school unification. The Harper High School mascot was Bearcats.

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Waldron, Kansas

Waldron is a city in Harper County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 9. The south edge of the city is the Kansas / Oklahoma state border.

History
Waldron was founded about 1900. The first post office in Waldron was established in 1902. In the 1901-1902 timeframe, Waldron became the point where the rail lines of the Choctaw Northern Railroad and the Kansas City, Mexico and Orient Railway crossed. Both lines through the town were subsequently abandoned.

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

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 11 people, 7 households, and 3 families residing in the city. The population density was 35.5 PD/sqmi. There were 15 housing units at an average density of 48.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 81.8% White and 18.2% from two or more races.

There were 7 households, of which 42.9% were married couples living together and 57.1% were non-families. 57.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 42.9% 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 2.33.

The median age in the city was 63.5 years. 0.0% of residents were under the age of 18; 0.0% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 9.1% were from 25 to 44; 45.5% were from 45 to 64; and 45.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.5% male and 54.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 17 people, 10 households, and 5 families residing in the city. The population density was 55.2 PD/sqmi. There were 13 housing units at an average density of 42.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 88.24% White and 11.76% Native American.

There were 10 households, out of which none had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, and 50.0% were non-families. 50.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 40.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.70 and the average family size was 2.40.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 35.3% from 45 to 64, and 64.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 76 years. For every 100 females, there were 70.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 70.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $11,250, and the median income for a family was $36,250. Males had a median income of $46,250 versus $0 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,350. There were no families and 28.6% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 44.4% of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Chaparral USD 361 public school district.

Notable people

 * Roe Messner (1935) - building contractor who has built more than 1,700 churches. The ashes of his wife, evangelist Tammy Faye Messner, were interred in the Messner family plot in Waldron in 2007.

External list

 * Waldron - Directory of Public Officials
 * Historic Images of Waldron, Special Photo Collections at Wichita State University Library
 * Waldron city map, KDOT

title: Waldron, Kansas


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Burrton, Kansas

Burrton is a city in Harvey County, Kansas, United States. It is named after Isaac T. Burr, former vice-president of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 861.

19th century
For millennia, the land now known as Kansas was inhabited by Native Americans. In 1803, most of modern Kansas was secured by the United States as part of the Louisiana Purchase. In 1854, the Kansas Territory was organized, then in 1861 Kansas became the 34th U.S. state. In 1872, Harvey County was founded.

Burrton was laid out in 1873. It was named from Burrton Township, which was named for I.T. Burr, a railroad official. The first post office in Burrton was established in June 1873. Burrton was incorporated as a city in 1878.

Burrton's location at the junction of two railroads made it an important regional shipping point.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.90 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 861 people, 326 households, and 225 families in Burrton. The population density was 970.7 per square mile (374.8/km$2$). There were 383 housing units at an average density of 431.8 per square mile (166.7/km$2$). The racial makeup was 86.88% (748) white or European American (85.02% non-Hispanic white), 1.28% (11) black or African-American, 0.46% (4) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.46% (4) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.74% (15) from other races, and 9.18% (79) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 6.39% (55) of the population.

Of the 326 households, 35.6% had children under the age of 18; 48.5% were married couples living together; 24.2% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 24.8% of households consisted of individuals and 8.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.8 and the average family size was 3.4. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 11.8% of the population.

28.2% of the population was under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 25.3% from 25 to 44, 24.9% from 45 to 64, and 13.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.0 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 99.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $57,813 (with a margin of error of +/- $11,941) and the median family income was $66,833 (+/- $5,956). Males had a median income of $36,406 (+/- $7,525) versus $20,119 (+/- $3,553) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $27,196 (+/- $4,990). Approximately, 14.8% of families and 20.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.7% 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 901 people, 347 households, and 237 families residing in the city. The population density was 1001.1 PD/sqmi. There were 396 housing units at an average density of 440.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.9% White, 0.4% African American, 1.1% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 2.7% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.2% of the population.

There were 347 households, of which 36.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.5% were married couples living together, 9.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.7% were non-families. 26.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.14.

The median age in the city was 36.2 years. 30.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.6% were from 25 to 44; 26.1% were from 45 to 64; and 13.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.3% male and 52.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 932 people, 361 households, and 251 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,520.9 PD/sqmi. There were 402 housing units at an average density of 656.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.78% White, 0.97% African American, 0.43% Native American, 2.25% from other races, and 2.58% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.15% of the population.

There were 361 households, out of which 33.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.1% were married couples living together, 8.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.2% were non-families. 26.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.2% under the age of 18, 10.4% from 18 to 24, 28.8% from 25 to 44, 19.5% from 45 to 64, and 13.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.9 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $33,646, and the median income for a family was $37,174. Males had a median income of $29,643 versus $21,477 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,835. About 9.9% of families and 11.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.4% of those under age 18 and 7.9% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Burrton USD 369 public school district.

The Burrton Chargers won the following Kansas State High School championships:
 * 1977 Boys Cross Country - Class 1A
 * 1978 Boys Cross Country - Class 1A
 * 1979 Boys Cross Country - Class 1A
 * 1979 Boys Track & Field - Class 1A
 * 1986 Girls Cross Country - Class 1A
 * 1986 Girls Track & Field - Class 1A
 * 1987 Girls Track & Field - Class 1A
 * 1988 Girls Cross Country - Class 1A
 * 1988 Girls Track & Field - Class 1A
 * 1989 Girls Track & Field - Class 1A
 * 1990 Girls Track & Field - Class 1A
 * 1992 Girls Basketball - Class 1A
 * 1997 Boys Track & Field - Class 1A
 * 2003 Boys Basketball - Class 1A

Notable people

 * Andy Dirks, professional baseball player for the Detroit Tigers.
 * Milburn Stone, portrayed fictional Galen "Doc" Adams, M.D., of Dodge City on the long-running CBS western television series, Gunsmoke.

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Halstead, Kansas

Halstead is a city in Harvey County, Kansas, United States. Halstead was named in honor of Murat Halstead, a respected Civil War correspondent and newspaper editor. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 2,179.

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

Halstead was laid out in 1873. The first post office at Halstead was established in April 1873. Halstead was incorporated as a city in 1877.

Arthur Hertzler, the "Horse-and-Buggy Doctor," devoted much of his life and energies to the medical environment of Halstead, founding a clinic and hospital for the area residents.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.31 sqmi, all 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, Halstead has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 2,179 people, 831 households, and 565 families in Halstead. The population density was 1,616.5 per square mile (624.1/km$2$). There were 914 housing units at an average density of 678.0 per square mile (261.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 92.06% (2,006) white or European American (90.0% non-Hispanic white), 0.55% (12) black or African-American, 0.23% (5) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.05% (1) Asian, 0.09% (2) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.73% (16) from other races, and 6.29% (137) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.68% (102) of the population.

Of the 831 households, 36.8% had children under the age of 18; 51.0% were married couples living together; 26.4% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 26.8% 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 2.5 and the average family size was 3.0. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 13.0% of the population.

27.6% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.3% from 18 to 24, 23.5% from 25 to 44, 23.5% from 45 to 64, and 18.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38.6 years. For every 100 females, there were 110.1 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 116.8 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $51,944 (with a margin of error of +/- $7,228) and the median family income was $68,243 (+/- $11,479). Males had a median income of $39,911 (+/- $3,405) versus $26,489 (+/- $2,801) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $32,159 (+/- $3,406). Approximately, 13.5% of families and 15.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.4% of those under the age of 18 and 9.7% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,085 people, 825 households, and 572 families residing in the city. The population density was 1591.6 PD/sqmi. There were 917 housing units at an average density of 700.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.7% White, 0.5% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.7% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.9% of the population.

There were 825 households, of which 36.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.7% were married couples living together, 12.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.7% were non-families. 28.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the city was 37.6 years. 28.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.4% were from 25 to 44; 24.3% were from 45 to 64; and 16.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.0% male and 52.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,873 people, 760 households, and 528 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,438.1 PD/sqmi. There were 849 housing units at an average density of 651.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.7% White, 0.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.6% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

There were 760 households, out of which 33.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.7% were married couples living together, 7.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.4% were non-families. 26.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 2.98.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.1% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 26.3% from 25 to 44, 21.6% from 45 to 64, and 18.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.4 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $42,411, and the median income for a family was $51,458. Males had a median income of $33,239 versus $22,554 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,252. About 2.2% of families and 5.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.5% of those under age 18 and 7.2% of those age 65 or over.

Area events

 * Halstead Old Settlers.

Area attractions

 * Halstead Heritage Museum and Depot. In August 1988, the Halstead Historical Society was formed for the sole purpose of purchasing and restoring the Halstead Santa Fe Train Depot Railway Station, opening the Halstead Heritage Museum and Depot on March 18, 1995. The museum preserves Halstead history and features exhibits detailing the founding and naming of Halstead, local Mennonite Heritage, the Halstead Hospital School of Nursing, and the lives of local historic figures such as Bernard Warkentin and Arthur E. Hertzler. The museum also features the original "swan boat" from the 1955 film Picnic, which was primarily filmed in Halstead.

Parks and recreation

 * Scout Park
 * Riverside Park
 * Williams Park

Education
The community is served by Halstead–Bentley USD 440 public school district.
 * Halstead High School in Halstead.
 * Halstead Middle School in Halstead.
 * Bentley Primary School in Bentley.

Films

 * Picnic (1955) - An ex-college football star turned drifter arrives in a small Kansas town on Labor Day. It was primarily filmed in Halstead.
 * The Parade (1984) - A made-for-television movie in which an ex-con returns to his Kansas hometown days before the town's annual Fourth of July parade. It was filmed in Halstead.

Notable people

 * See also List of people from Harvey County, Kansas

 * Jim Roper, NASCAR driver
 * Adolph Rupp, NCAA basketball coach

Gallery

 * Historic Images of Halstead, Special Photo Collections at Wichita State University Library

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Hesston, Kansas

Hesston is a city in Harvey County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 3,505. Large manufacturing facilities for AGCO (farm equipment) and Stanley Black & Decker (lawn mowers) are located in Hesston. It is home of Hesston College.

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

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

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

A post office was established as Elivon on February 10, 1873. It then moved near the current city site on April 24, 1878.

In 1886, Hesston was founded and named after the Hess brothers who owned the land where a depot on the Missouri Pacific Railroad was built. The post office was renamed to Hesston on December 16, 1887. Due to the railroad, Hesston became an important regional shipping point.

20th century
In 1909, the Mennonite Church founded the Hesston College, because many of the early settlers were Mennonite farmers.

In 1947, Lyle Yost and Adin Holdemann founded the farm equipment company Hesston Manufacturing Company. In 1991, AGCO Corporation purchased the company. In the 1960s, John Regier founded the lawn mower company Excel Industries.

In 1981, the Dyck Arboretum of the Plains was founded at the Hesston College.

On March 13, 1990, a large portion of Hesston was damaged by an F5 tornado during a tornado outbreak. A total of 226 homes and 21 businesses were destroyed, and several were swept completely from their foundations. 20 farms were torn apart in rural areas outside of Hesston. Light debris from Hesston was found 115 mi away in Nebraska. One person died and 59 people were injured. After passing through Hesston, the tornado increased to an "extreme F5" near the city of Goessel. The severity of the damage left behind by this tornado led some meteorologists to believe that the Goessel tornado was among the strongest ever documented at that time.

21st century
On February 25, 2016, Hesston became the scene of a mass shooting in which three people were killed and twelve others injured at an Excel Industries building. Prior to that shooting, other shooting incidents occurred at the nearby city of Newton and also Old U.S. Route 81, in which two people were wounded. The shooter was identified as Excel employee Cedric Larry Ford, who was killed by responding police officers.

In 2021, Stanley Black & Decker acquired Excel Industries.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.90 sqmi, all of it land.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 3,505 people, 1,357 households, and 945 families in Hesston. The population density was 983.2 per square mile (379.6/km$2$). There were 1,454 housing units at an average density of 407.9 per square mile (157.5/km$2$). The racial makeup was 90.01% (3,155) white or European American (88.53% non-Hispanic white), 1.63% (57) black or African-American, 0.6% (21) Native American or Alaska Native, 1.68% (59) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.88% (66) from other races, and 4.19% (147) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.59% (161) of the population.

Of the 1,357 households, 30.7% had children under the age of 18; 60.0% were married couples living together; 24.1% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 28.3% of households consisted of individuals and 16.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 2.9. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 30.6% of the population.

23.6% of the population was under the age of 18, 8.4% from 18 to 24, 21.1% from 25 to 44, 21.0% from 45 to 64, and 25.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41.9 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.1 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 $50,644 (with a margin of error of +/- $10,797) and the median family income was $69,432 (+/- $24,126). Females had a median income of $25,772 (+/- $7,009). The median income for those above 16 years old was $26,065 (+/- $10,118). Approximately, 8.9% of families and 10.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under the age of 18 and 1.8% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 3,709 people, 1,345 households, and 972 families residing in the city. The population density was 951.0 PD/sqmi. There were 1,433 housing units at an average density of 367.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.7% White, 1.6% African American, 0.6% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 1.5% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.5% of the population.

There were 1,345 households, of which 32.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.4% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.7% were non-families. 25.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 2.96.

The median age in the city was 37.2 years. 24.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 12.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.8% were from 25 to 44; 22.6% were from 45 to 64; and 19.6% 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 3,509 people, 1,227 households, and 904 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,353.2 PD/sqmi. There were 1,308 housing units at an average density of 504.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.56% White, 1.48% African American, 0.60% Native American, 0.83% Asian, 1.25% from other races, and 1.28% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.88% of the population.

There were 1,227 households, out of which 35.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.5% were married couples living together, 7.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.3% were non-families. 23.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 2.99.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.6% under the age of 18, 14.3% from 18 to 24, 23.5% from 25 to 44, 18.0% from 45 to 64, and 19.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.9 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $42,585, and the median income for a family was $51,474. Males had a median income of $39,891 versus $26,424 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,138. About 3.9% of families and 5.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.6% of those under age 18 and 4.9% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
The two largest companies in Hesston are AGCO (Hesston Corp) and Excel Industries (Hustler).

In 1947, Lyle Yost founded the farm equipment company Hesston Manufacturing Company. In 1955, it introduced the first commercially available self-propelled windrower, then in 1967 it introduced the first hydrostatic drive windrower. In 1978, it introduced the first large square baler, then in 1988 it introduced the first totally automatically large round baler. In 1974, the Hesston Company commissioned its first belt buckles, which became popular on the rodeo circuit and with collectors. The company's controlling stake was sold to Italian corporation Fiat Trattori in 1977. The remainder of the company was purchased in 1987 by the same firm. In 1991, the American-based equipment manufacturer AGCO Corporation purchased Hesston Corporation and later expanded the manufacturing facilities.

In 1960, John Regier founded the lawn mower company Excel Industries. The company manufactures outdoor equipment, primarily Hustler and Big Dog mowers. The original Hustler was the world's first twin-lever, zero-turn mower. In 2021, Stanley Black & Decker acquired Excel.

Government
The Hesston government consists of a mayor and five council members. The council meets the 2nd Monday of each month at 6pm.
 * City Hall, 115 E Smith.

Arts and culture

 * Dyck Arboretum of the Plains, a botanical garden at Hesston College.
 * Prairie Window Concert Series
 * Summer Music Nights
 * Hesston Public Library, named the “Best Small Public Library in Kansas” by the Kansas Library Association in 2015.
 * Sunflower Performing Arts at Hesston College (formerly Hesston-Bethel Performing Arts)
 * Central Kansas Master Chorale
 * Kansas Mennonite Men's Chorus

Parks and Recreation

 * Eight city parks, including an 18-hole golf course, disc golf course, and a dog park.
 * Additional disc golf course on Hesston College campus

Primary and secondary education
The community is served by Hesston USD 460 public school district. It has three schools:
 * Hesston High School, 200 N. Ridge Road, Hesston.
 * Hesston Middle School, 100 N. Ridge Road, Hesston.
 * Hesston Elementary School, 300 E. Amos, Hesston.

College

 * Hesston College

Print

 * Newspaper

 * Harvey County Now, regional newspaper in Newton.

 * The Newton Kansan, regional newspaper in Newton.
 * The Hutchinson News, regional newspaper in Hutchinson.
 * The Wichita Eagle, major regional newspaper in Wichita.

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

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

Transportation
Interstate I-135 and highway US 81 pass through Hesston.

Hesston is serviced by a branch of the Kansas and Oklahoma Railroad operating between McPherson and Newton, where it connects to the BNSF Railway.

Utilities

 * Residential Internet
 * Ideatek Telcom LLC (fiber, wireless)
 * Lumen Technologies/Brightspeed/CenturyLink (DSL)
 * Cox Communications (Coaxial cable)
 * Skybeam/Rise Broadband (wireless)
 * T Mobile, AT&T, Verizon, U.S. Cellular (mobile)
 * TV
 * Cable is provided by Cox Communications.
 * Satellite is provided by DirecTV, Dish Network.
 * Terrestrial is provided by regional digital TV stations.
 * Telephone
 * Landline is provided by Lumen Technologies.
 * Cell Phone is available from T Mobile, AT&T, Verizon, U.S. Cellular.
 * Electricity
 * City is provided by Evergy.
 * Rural is provided by Evergy.
 * Natural Gas
 * Service is provided by City of Hesston.
 * Water
 * City is provided by City of Hesston.
 * Rural is provided by Harvey County RWD #1 (map), Harvey County RWD #2, and Marion County RWD #4.
 * Sewer
 * Service is provided by City of Hesston.
 * Trash & Recycling
 * Service is provided by Nisly Brothers Inc., billed by City of Hesston.

Notable people

 * Katie Sowers, offensive assistant coach for the San Francisco 49ers
 * Lyle Yost, cofounder of Hesston Industries in 1947 (acquired by AGCO in 1991).

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Newton, Kansas

Newton is a city in and the county seat of Harvey County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 18,602. Newton is located 25 mi north of Wichita. The city of North Newton is located immediately north and exists as a separate political entity. Newton is located at the intersection of Interstate 135, U.S. Route 50, and U.S. Route 81 highways.

19th century

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

In 1871, the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway extended a main line from Emporia westward to Newton by July 1871. The town soon became an important railroad shipping point of Texas cattle.

The city was founded in 1871 and named after Newton, Massachusetts, home of some of the Santa Fe stockholders.

In August 1871, there was a Gunfight at Hide Park, in which a total of eight men were killed. The incident began with an argument between two local lawmen, Billy Bailey and Mike McCluskie. Because of this incident, Newton became known as "bloody and lawless—the wickedest city in the west.".

In 1872, the western terminal for the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway and the railhead for the Chisholm Trail were established here. Shortly after incorporation of the city in 1872, the Newton city council passed an ordinance prohibiting the running at large of buffalo and other wild animals.

20th century
During World War II, the Newton airport was taken over by the US Navy as a secondary Naval Air Station, and the main runway was extended to over 7000 ft.

Newton served as the Middle Division dispatching headquarters for the "Santa Fe" until the mid-1980s, when all dispatching for the Chicago to Los Angeles system was centralized in the Chicago area. In 1995, the Santa Fe merged with the Burlington Northern Railroad, and is now known as the BNSF Railway. The BNSF continues to be a large industrial taxpayer although its impact as an employer has decreased in the past decade.

21st century
On February 25, 2016, Newton was the site of the first of several related shooting incidents, which culminated in a mass shooting at an Excel Industries building in nearby Hesston that left three people dead and twelve others injured. The shooter, identified as Excel employee Cedric Larry Ford, was then killed by a responding police officer.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 12.60 sqmi, all of it land.

The city is in the central portion of the continental United States. U.S. Highway 81, also known as the Meridian Highway, stretches from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada to Mexico City, Mexico through Central and South America. It passes through Newton, Kansas and is known as "Main Street." U.S. Highway 50 runs past the White House in Washington, DC through Newton, Kansas and continues on to Sacramento, California.

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

Demographics
Newton is included in the Wichita metropolitan statistical area (MSA). It is located in Harvey County which is an agricultural and small manufacturing county with 34,361 people. Harvey County Kansas is part of a 5 county Metro Area with 650,000 people, the largest anchored in the state of Kansas. The major city in this metro area is Wichita, Kansas, 20 miles (20 minutes) to the South via I-135.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 18,602 people, 7,501 households, and 4,798 families in Newton. The population density was 1,276.4 per square mile (492.8/km$2$). There were 8,256 housing units at an average density of 566.5 per square mile (218.7/km$2$). The racial makeup was 78.79% (14,657) white or European American (73.12% non-Hispanic white), 2.53% (471) black or African-American, 1.01% (188) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.88% (164) Asian, 0.02% (4) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 6.72% (1,250) from other races, and 10.04% (1,868) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 17.77% (3,306) of the population.

Of the 7,501 households, 29.4% had children under the age of 18; 47.2% were married couples living together; 27.2% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 31.1% of households consisted of individuals and 13.9% 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 3.0. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 21.5% of the population.

24.1% of the population was under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 19.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39.2 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 106.8 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $56,729 (with a margin of error of +/- $2,501) and the median family income was $66,806 (+/- $5,072). Males had a median income of $41,413 (+/- $3,677) versus $29,782 (+/- $3,872) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $35,192 (+/- $2,644). Approximately, 6.7% of families and 10.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.7% of those under the age of 18 and 9.4% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 19,132 people, 7,584 households, and 5,045 families living in the city. The population density was 1518.4 PD/sqmi. There were 8,237 housing units at an average density of 653.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 88.4% White, 2.2% African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.8% Asian, 4.7% from other races, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 16.3% of the population.

There were 7,584 households, of which 33.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.5% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.5% were non-families. 29.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 3.01.

The median age in the city was 36.8 years. 26.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.9% were from 25 to 44; 25% were from 45 to 64; and 15.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.4% male and 51.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 17,190 people, 6,851 households, and 4,610 families living in the city. The population density was 1,794.0 PD/sqmi. There were 7,277 housing units at an average density of 759.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 86.73% White, 2.30% African American, 0.53% Native American, 0.66% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 6.84% from other races, and 2.92% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 12.73% of the population.

There were 6,851 households, out of which 31.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 9.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.7% were non-families. 28.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.99.

In the city, the population had 26.3% under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 16.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $38,236, and the median income for a family was $45,703. Males had a median income of $32,308 versus $21,906 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,529. About 5.1% of families and 7.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.7% of those under age 18 and 5.6% of those age 65 or over.

Area attractions

 * Harvey County Historical Society Library and Museum
 * Kauffman Museum
 * Warkentin House, a Victorian house museum.
 * Mennonite Settler statue
 * Blue Sky Sculpture, one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas Art
 * Sand Creek Trail
 * Carriage Factory Art Gallery
 * Sand Creek Station Golf Course, 18-hole public course, ranked among 2006's best new public courses in America by Golf Digest.

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

 * High school
 * Newton High School.

 * Intermediate schools
 * Santa Fe 5/6 Center.
 * Chisholm Middle School.

 * Elementary
 * Northridge Elementary.
 * Slate Creek Elementary.
 * South Breeze Elementary.
 * Sunset Elementary.

 * Early education
 * Cooper Early Education

Newton has two K-8 private schools:
 * Private
 * St. Mary's Catholic School.
 * Newton Bible Christian School.

College

 * Bethel College is located nearby in the city of North Newton.
 * Hutchinson Community College has a satellite campus at the Axtell Education Center, close to downtown.

Print media
The Newton Kansan (GateHouse Media) serves Newton and the surrounding area as the daily local newspaper. It is not published on Sundays or Mondays. The Wichita Eagle is the major newspaper for the region. Harvey County Now newspaper is also based in Newton and covers Harvey County.

Radio

 * AM
 * KJRG-AM 950 kHz, Christian talk

 * FM
 * KKGQ-FM 92.3 MHz, ESPN Wichita 92.3, sports programming
 * KBCU-FM 88.1 MHz - Bethel College (Kansas) - College events and Jazz music

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

Transportation

BNSF Railway passes through Newton for transportation and shipping. Amtrak's Southwest Chief stops in Newton twice each day and provides passenger rail service towards Los Angeles and Chicago. The Amtrak station is located at 414 N Main St.

Bus service is provided daily towards Wichita and Salina by BeeLine Express (subcontractor of Greyhound Lines). While there is no local fixed-route transit service, Harvey Interurban provides dial-a-ride transit service to the community.

Major roads that pass through Newton are I-135, US-50, US-81, K-15.

Newton City/County Airport, FAA:EWK, is located 2 miles east of Newton. Its 7002 ft runway is one of only 11 runways in Kansas 7000 ft or longer. It has ILS and GPS approach.

Utilities

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

Notable people

 * See also List of people from Harvey County, Kansas

 * Tom Adair (1913–1988), screenwriter, musician, and composer
 * Donna Atwood (1925–2010), figure skater and Ice Capades star
 * Errett Bishop (1928–1983), mathematician, college professor.
 * Tony Clark (born 1972), MLB first baseman and union executive
 * Rita Crocker Clements (1931-2018), was an American Republican Party organizer, an activist in historic preservation, and a First Lady of the State of Texas.
 * Reed Crandall (1917-1982), illustrator and penciller of comic books and magazines, inducted into Will Eisner Comic Book Hall of Fame in 2009.
 * James Earp (1841-1926), brother of Wyatt Earp and Virgil Earp
 * Harold Foster (1906–1996), head coach of Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball team, member of Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
 * Orville Harrold, opera singer
 * Elizabeth Hoisington (1918–2007), United States Army officer, one of two women to first attain the rank of Brigadier General
 * John Houston (1890–1975), politician and Mayor of Newton
 * John Janzen (born 1937), professor of anthropology and author
 * Miles Johns (1994-), Mixed martial artist currently competing the UFC's bantam weight division.
 * Samuel Peters (1842–1910), Captain in Union Army (1861-1865), Kansas State Senate (1874-1875), Judge of 9th District (1875-1883), U.S. House of Representatives (1883-1891), editor of Newton Daily Kansas-Republican (1899), postmaster in Newton (1898-1910), lawyer in Newton and Marion.
 * Dustin Richardson (born 1984), MLB pitcher
 * Jacob Schowalter (1879–1953), philanthropist, founder of Schowalter Foundation, Kansas State Representative.
 * Jesse Unruh (1922–1987), California politician
 * Mike Wellman (born 1956), NFL center
 * Dallas Wiebe (1930-2009), writer
 * John Yoder (1951–2017), Kansas and West Virginia state court judge, West Virginia State Senator

title: Newton, Kansas