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St. Paul, Kansas

St. Paul or Saint Paul is a city in Neosho County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 614.

History
Father John Schoenmakers, S.J. founded Osage Mission on April 28, 1847. Called the "Apostle to the Osage" and the "Father of civilization in Southeast Kansas," he served for 36 years as spiritual director, doctor, steward, lawyer, judge, catechist and preacher to the Osage. He served as an officially appointed U.S. postmaster of Osage Mission from 1851 to 1864. With the relocation of the Osage he ministered to the needs of the newly arrived settlers. He built the present St. Francis Church stone structure. Father Schoenmakers is buried in St. Francis Cemetery one quarter mile east of the Church.

The other leading man in the Osage Mission was Kentucky-born John Allan Mathews. He was married to Mary Williams and after her death to her sister Sarah Williams. The Williams sisters were the daughters of William S. Williams and his Osage wife, A-Ci'n-Ga. They first met Mathews while attending school in Kentucky after their mother died. Mathews was a slaveholder and souther-sympathizer. He married Mary in Jackson County, Missouri in 1835 and was appointed blacksmith for the Senaca in 1837 and for the Osage in 1839. In about 1861 he gathered a group of Osage who tried to force Schoenmakers to flee the area because they disagreed with Schoenmakers' abolitionist ideas. Matthews was killed by the 6th Kansas Cavalry under Gen. James G. Blunt in fighting at Chetopa, Kansas on Sep. 18, 1861.

During the Civil War both Union and Confederate troops took an interest in Osage Mission. From about December 1862 to June 1865 Union soldiers intermittently were stationed at or near the Mission. At least a couple times Confederate supporters entered Osage Mission or were in the immediate vicinity. For more see Osage Mission's post.

As early as 1883 there was agitation to change the name of Osage Mission because it suggested it was still an Indian Mission. Neona was suggested to honor the daughter of Chief Little Bear, but local protests favored the name of St. Paul. The reigning judge decided to allow the citizens to vote on the new name and St. Paul was chosen in an election held on April 11, 1895. Some claim the new name was selected to honor the Apostle Paul, but it was most probably selected in honor of St. Paul of the Cross, founder of the Passionists, who had just then established a home in Osage Mission. The name of the post office was officially changed from Osage Mission to Saint Paul in May 1895.

The historic St. Francis Hieronymo Church dedicated in 1884 has undergone its latest renovation in 2007 due to a storm on June 30, 2005 that knocked off the steeple. The Osage Mission-Neosho County Museum is directly south of the church. The Lone Elm School, a one-room school house that operated from 1867 through 1951 stands on the museum grounds.

A visit to the St. Francis Parish Cemetery reflects much of the history of the Osage Mission, as does the only remaining structure of the girls' school established by Mother Bridget Hayden when she arrived at the Mission in 1847. The Osage Mission Infirmary & Guest House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is managed under the name, St. Ann's Bed and Breakfast. The owners strive to maintain its history and authentic design.

St. Paul's homecoming is called Mission Days. It is held annually on Memorial Day Weekend with activities that begin on Thursday and conclude on Monday, including: races, music shows, dances, pony & draft horse pulls, parade, horseshoe tournament, carnival, kids games, golf tournament, calf penning & Calcutta, and Memorial Day services at the local cemeteries.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.22 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 629 people, 240 households, and 153 families residing in the city. The population density was 515.6 PD/sqmi. There were 259 housing units at an average density of 212.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.1% White, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.

There were 240 households, of which 30.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.3% were married couples living together, 8.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.3% were non-families. 32.9% 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 2.44 and the average family size was 3.12.

The median age in the city was 41.5 years. 24.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.8% were from 25 to 44; 23.3% were from 45 to 64; and 24.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.4% male and 50.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 646 people, 226 households, and 148 families residing in the city. The population density was 576.7 PD/sqmi. There were 241 housing units at an average density of 215.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.21% White, 0.15% African American, 0.62% Native American, 0.62% Asian, 0.93% from other races, and 0.46% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.32% of the population.

There were 226 households, out of which 33.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.4% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.1% were non-families. 29.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 3.28.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.6% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 24.9% from 25 to 44, 17.8% from 45 to 64, and 22.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $33,393, and the median income for a family was $41,563. Males had a median income of $30,385 versus $19,926 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,012. About 6.1% of families and 10.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.2% of those under age 18 and 15.4% of those age 65 or over.

Government
In 2013 a municipally-operated supermarket opened.

Education
St. Paul is served by three Chetopa–St. Paul USD 505 public schools:
 * St. Paul Elementary School
 * St. Paul Junior High School
 * St. Paul High School

Historical Sites
St. Paul has three listed sites: the Osage Mission Infirmary (325 Main St.), the Oak Grove School District 20 (20505 20th Rd), and Maxwell’s Slough Bridge (off K-57 .5 miles west and 1 mile south of St. Paul).

Notable people

 * Mary Lease (1850–1933), political activist, lecturer

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Stark, Kansas

Stark is a city in Neosho County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 69.

History
The first post office at Stark was established in January 1886.

Stark was laid out and platted in 1888. It was named after Stark County, Illinois. The Kansas City Pacific Railroad built through Stark and maintained passenger and freight depots in the town. The rail line soon became the Kansas City Division of the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad and is still active today as part of the Union Pacific Railroad.

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

Stark is located east of U.S. Route 59 on K-201.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 72 people, 39 households, and 25 families residing in the city. The population density was 423.5 PD/sqmi. There were 48 housing units at an average density of 282.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 39 households, of which 10.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.7% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.9% were non-families. 30.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.85 and the average family size was 2.20.

The median age in the city was 54.3 years. 8.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25% were from 25 to 44; 31.9% were from 45 to 64; and 26.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 54.2% male and 45.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 106 people, 42 households, and 27 families residing in the city. The population density was 609.0 PD/sqmi. There were 47 housing units at an average density of 270.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.06% White and 0.94% Native American.

There were 42 households, out of which 28.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.2% were married couples living together, 11.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.7% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 3.30.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 33.0% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 28.3% from 25 to 44, 19.8% from 45 to 64, and 11.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 112.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,500, and the median income for a family was $27,083. Males had a median income of $15,833 versus $15,625 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,728. There were 16.1% of families and 17.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including 25.9% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Thayer, Kansas

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

History
Thayer was laid out in the fall of 1870 when the railroad was extended to that point. It was named for Nathaniel Thayer, a railroad employee. The town was built up quickly and was incorporated as a city in 1871.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.80 sqmi, of which, 0.75 sqmi is land and 0.05 sqmi is water.

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

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 497 people, 197 households, and 136 families residing in the city. The population density was 662.7 PD/sqmi. There were 221 housing units at an average density of 294.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.6% White, 0.8% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 3.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8% of the population.

There were 197 households, of which 34.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.9% were married couples living together, 6.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.0% were non-families. 27.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% 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 3.05.

The median age in the city was 37.1 years. 25.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.6% were from 25 to 44; 25% were from 45 to 64; and 14.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.7% male and 46.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 500 people, 183 households, and 137 families residing in the city. The population density was 751.5 PD/sqmi. There were 203 housing units at an average density of 305.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.60% White, 1.40% Native American, 1.40% from other races, and 1.60% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.20% of the population.

There were 183 households, out of which 39.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.0% were married couples living together, 12.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.6% were non-families. 21.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.73 and the average family size was 3.18.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 31.8% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 30.4% from 25 to 44, 17.4% from 45 to 64, and 12.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,288, and the median income for a family was $38,250. Males had a median income of $25,625 versus $18,906 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,497. About 8.9% of families and 9.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.7% of those under age 18 and 18.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Thayer is served by USD 447 Cherryvale.

Thayer High School was closed through school unification. Thayer schools mascot is the Flyer.

Notable people

 * Nellie Shepherd, painter

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Bazine, Kansas

Bazine is a city in Ness County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 282.

History
Bazine was a station and shipping point on the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway. The community was named for the French general François Achille Bazaine.

The first post office in Bazine was established in 1874.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.44 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, Bazine has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 282 people, 116 households, and 85 families in Bazine. The population density was 628.1 per square mile (242.5/km$2$). There were 164 housing units at an average density of 365.3 per square mile (141.0/km$2$). The racial makeup was 65.96% (186) white or European American (65.6% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.35% (1) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.35% (1) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 19.86% (56) from other races, and 13.48% (38) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 29.43% (83) of the population.

Of the 116 households, 34.5% had children under the age of 18; 59.5% were married couples living together; 14.7% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 20.7% of households consisted of individuals and 12.9% 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 3.5. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 7.4% of the population.

27.0% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 20.9% from 25 to 44, 23.4% from 45 to 64, and 21.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39.2 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.3 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 104.0 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $41,250 (with a margin of error of +/- $11,691) and the median family income was $51,250 (+/- $15,813). Males had a median income of $51,083 (+/- $687) versus $11,250 (+/- $6,736) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $43,125 (+/- $18,207). Approximately, 21.7% of families and 16.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.0% of those under the age of 18 and 4.8% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 334 people, 135 households, and 92 families residing in the city. The population density was 759.1 PD/sqmi. There were 179 housing units at an average density of 406.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 83.8% White, 2.4% Native American, 12.3% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 25.7% of the population.

There were 135 households, of which 30.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.5% were married couples living together, 6.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.9% were non-families. 27.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.4% 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 3.01.

The median age in the city was 37.8 years. 28.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.7% were from 25 to 44; 24.6% were from 45 to 64; and 18.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.4% male and 50.6% female.

2000 census

As of the census of 2000, there were 311 people, 156 households, and 85 families residing in the city. The population density was 713.4 PD/sqmi. There were 188 housing units at an average density of 431.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.46% White, 0.32% Native American, 1.29% from other races, and 1.93% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.29% of the population.

There were 156 households, out of which 21.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.5% were married couples living together, 4.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 45.5% were non-families. 41.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.99 and the average family size was 2.68.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 19.9% under the age of 18, 4.5% from 18 to 24, 25.4% from 25 to 44, 26.4% from 45 to 64, and 23.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,833, and the median income for a family was $37,500. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $24,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,749. About 2.2% of families and 4.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.8% of those under age 18 and 13.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Western Plains USD 106 public school district. The Western Plains High School mascot is Bobcats.

USD 106 formed in 2004 by the consolidation of Ransom USD 302 and Bazine USD 304. Since 2004 Bazine hosts the junior high school while Ransom hosts the high school, with each community having an elementary school. Bazine High School was closed through school unification. The Bazine High School mascot was Indians.

Bazine High School
The last year the school was open, there was a total enrollment of 41 students, 6 of whom graduated. Students were dispersed to other schools in the county including Ness City and Ransom schools.

In 2004, Bazine High School was listed on eBay. The 78-year-old building was purchased by a California businessman for $55,000.

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Brownell, Kansas

Brownell is a city in Ness County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 23.

History
Brownell was a station on the Missouri Pacific Railroad. The community was named for Mr. Brownell, a railroad official.

The first post office in Brownell was established in 1880, but the post office was called Vansburgh until 1888.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.20 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, Brownell has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 23 people, 18 households, and 11 families in Brownell. The population density was 116.2 per square mile (44.9/km$2$). There were 27 housing units at an average density of 136.4 per square mile (52.7/km$2$). The racial makeup was 82.61% (19) white or European American (82.61% 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 17.39% (4) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.35% (1) of the population.

Of the 18 households, 38.9% had children under the age of 18; 44.4% were married couples living together; 33.3% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 27.8% of households consisted of individuals and 22.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.8 and the average family size was 2.7.

8.7% of the population was under the age of 18, 13.0% from 18 to 24, 8.7% from 25 to 44, 30.4% from 45 to 64, and 39.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 56.5 years. For every 100 females, there were 76.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 75.0 males.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 29 people, 16 households, and 8 families residing in the city. The population density was 145.0 PD/sqmi. There were 38 housing units at an average density of 190.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 16 households, of which 12.5% 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 18.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.81 and the average family size was 2.63.

The median age in the city was 59.5 years. 17.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 0.0% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 10.3% were from 25 to 44; 37.8% were from 45 to 64; and 34.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 58.6% male and 41.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 48 people, 23 households, and 14 families residing in the city. The population density was 246.7 PD/sqmi. There were 44 housing units at an average density of 226.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.92% White, and 2.08% from two or more races.

There were 23 households, out of which 13.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.5% were married couples living together, and 34.8% were non-families. 30.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.09 and the average family size was 2.53.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 14.6% under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 10.4% from 25 to 44, 35.4% from 45 to 64, and 31.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 51 years. For every 100 females, there were 152.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 127.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $36,250, and the median income for a family was $43,750. Males had a median income of $25,000 versus $28,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,765. There were 23.5% of families and 28.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including 57.1% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Western Plains USD 106 public school district. The Western Plains High School mascot is Bobcats.

Brownell became a part of the Ransom school district in 1960. The Brownell School closed in 1969. USD 106 formed in 2004 by the consolidation of Ransom USD 302 and Bazine USD 304.

Parks and Recreation

 * Cedar Bluff Reservoir and Cedar Bluff State Park

Notable person

 * Elon Hogsett, Major League Baseball pitcher

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Ness City, Kansas

Ness City is a city in and the county seat of Ness County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,329. Ness City is famous for its four-story Old Ness County Bank Building located downtown and nicknamed Skyscraper of the Plains.

History
Ness City was founded in 1878. The town experienced growth with the arrival of the railroad in 1886.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.02 sqmi, all land.

Climate
Ness City has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cwa), with hot, humid summers and cold, dry winters. On average, January is the coldest month, and July is both the hottest month and the wettest month.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 1,329 people, 595 households, and 340 families in Ness City. The population density was 913.4 per square mile (352.7/km$2$). There were 710 housing units at an average density of 488.0 per square mile (188.4/km$2$). The racial makeup was 86.08% (1,144) white or European American (83.45% non-Hispanic white), 0.08% (1) black or African-American, 0.6% (8) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 8.2% (109) from other races, and 5.04% (67) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 14.15% (188) of the population.

Of the 595 households, 22.2% had children under the age of 18; 47.7% were married couples living together; 26.1% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 37.3% of households consisted of individuals and 19.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.3 and the average family size was 2.8. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 23.3% of the population.

21.2% of the population was under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 19.8% from 25 to 44, 27.9% from 45 to 64, and 25.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.1 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 108.6 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $60,852 (with a margin of error of +/- $7,029) and the median family income was $76,250 (+/- $23,800). Males had a median income of $56,583 (+/- $8,414) versus $19,750 (+/- $6,232) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $35,417 (+/- $10,302). Approximately, 3.9% of families and 6.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.0% of those under the age of 18 and 8.4% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,449 people, 635 households, and 392 families residing in the city. The population density was 1420.6 PD/sqmi. There were 739 housing units at an average density of 724.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.0% White, 0.3% African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 1.6% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.9% of the population.

There were 635 households, of which 26.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.9% were married couples living together, 5.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.3% were non-families. 35.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.1% 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 2.85.

The median age in the city was 47.5 years. 23% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.2% were from 25 to 44; 27.7% were from 45 to 64; and 25.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.1% male and 50.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,534 people, 684 households, and 424 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,495.7 PD/sqmi. There were 800 housing units at an average density of 780.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.72% White, 0.07% African American, 0.39% Native American, 0.07% Asian, 0.59% from other races, and 1.17% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.28% of the population.

There were 684 households, out of which 25.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.0% were married couples living together, 4.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.0% were non-families. 36.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 2.83.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.4% under the age of 18, 5.0% from 18 to 24, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 25.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $33,068, and the median income for a family was $42,500. Males had a median income of $28,992 versus $18,553 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,481. About 5.1% of families and 7.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.1% of those under age 18 and 6.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Ness City USD 303 public school district.

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Ransom, Kansas

Ransom is a city in Ness County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 260.

History
The namesake of Ransom is Thomas E. G. Ransom.

The first post office in Ransom was established in 1887, but it was called Ogdensburgh until 1888.

Ransom was incorporated as a city in 1905.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.32 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, Ransom has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 260 people, 117 households, and 57 families in Ransom. The population density was 740.7 per square mile (286.0/km$2$). There were 160 housing units at an average density of 455.8 per square mile (176.0/km$2$). The racial makeup was 96.15% (250) white or European American (95.38% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.77% (2) Asian, 0.38% (1) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 2.69% (7) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 2.69% (7) of the population.

Of the 117 households, 14.5% had children under the age of 18; 42.7% were married couples living together; 34.2% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 49.6% of households consisted of individuals and 21.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.0 and the average family size was 2.8. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 10.8% of the population.

14.6% of the population was under the age of 18, 4.2% from 18 to 24, 16.5% from 25 to 44, 29.2% from 45 to 64, and 35.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 58.4 years. For every 100 females, there were 126.1 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 136.2 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $50,208 (with a margin of error of +/- $10,913) and the median family income was $58,833 (+/- $5,563). Males had a median income of $44,750 (+/- $11,454) versus $21,042 (+/- $5,471) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $26,477 (+/- $7,438). Approximately, 2.2% of families and 3.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.0% of those under the age of 18 and 9.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 294 people, 129 households, and 80 families residing in the city. The population density was 918.8 PD/sqmi. There were 178 housing units at an average density of 556.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.3% White and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.

There were 129 households, of which 24.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.0% were non-families. 36.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.08 and the average family size was 2.68.

The median age in the city was 52.7 years. 19.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 16.1% were from 25 to 44; 25.8% were from 45 to 64; and 35.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.9% male and 53.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 338 people, 141 households, and 83 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,036.3 PD/sqmi. There were 179 housing units at an average density of 548.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.41% White, 0.30% from other races, and 0.30% from two or more races. 0.59% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 141 households, out of which 26.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.6% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.1% were non-families. 40.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.7% under the age of 18, 2.7% from 18 to 24, 20.1% from 25 to 44, 21.9% from 45 to 64, and 31.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females, there were 82.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,771, and the median income for a family was $43,333. Males had a median income of $28,542 versus $18,906 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,123. 5.2% of the population and 2.8% of families were below the poverty line. None of those under the age of 18 and 13.3% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line.

Public
The community is served by Western Plains USD 106 public school district. The Western Plains High School mascot is Bobcats.

Ransom High School was closed through school unification. The Ransom Longhorns won the Kansas State High School boys class 1A Track & Field championship in 1972 and 1999. USD 106 formed in 2004 by the consolidation of Ransom USD 302 and Bazine USD 304.

Library
Ransom is served by the Ransom Public Library.

Notable people

 * Nolan Cromwell, NFL coach and former player. Ransom High class of 1973
 * Ruth Riley, professional basketball player

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Utica, Kansas

Utica is a city in Ness County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 99.

History
The first post office in Utica was established in 1879.

Utica was named by early pioneer C.W. Bell who was from Utica, New York.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.24 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, Utica has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 158 people, 78 households, and 42 families residing in the city. The population density was 658.3 PD/sqmi. There were 102 housing units at an average density of 425.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.6% White, 0.6% African American, 0.6% Asian, 1.3% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.

There were 78 households, of which 24.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.3% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 46.2% were non-families. 43.6% 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 2.03 and the average family size was 2.76.

The median age in the city was 47.5 years. 20.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.5% were from 25 to 44; 26% were from 45 to 64; and 25.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.2% male and 53.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 223 people, 94 households, and 53 families residing in the city. The population density was 932.4 PD/sqmi. There were 104 housing units at an average density of 434.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.10% White, and 0.90% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.45% of the population.

There were 94 households, out of which 24.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.9% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.6% were non-families. 39.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 3.28.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.7% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 23.8% from 25 to 44, 22.0% from 45 to 64, and 19.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,917, and the median income for a family was $36,875. Males had a median income of $27,000 versus $17,083 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,508. About 13.1% of families and 21.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.3% of those under the age of eighteen and 11.6% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Western Plains USD 106 public school district. The Western Plains High School mascot is Bobcats.

Utica High School was closed in 2001. The school district never unified or consolidated with another. The Utica High School mascot was Utica Dragons. Utica Elementary closed in 2004.

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Almena, Kansas

Almena is a city in Norton County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 363.

History
Almena was a shipping point located at the junction of two railroads. It was named by Margaret Coleman, an early settler and first postmistress, for Almena, Wisconsin, her hometown.

The first post office in Almena was established in June 1872.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.61 sqmi, all land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 363 people, 152 households, and 85 families in Almena. The population density was 600.0 per square mile (231.7/km$2$). There were 198 housing units at an average density of 327.3 per square mile (126.4/km$2$). The racial makeup was 90.36% (328) white or European American (88.98% 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, 3.31% (12) from other races, and 6.34% (23) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.51% (20) of the population.

Of the 152 households, 20.4% had children under the age of 18; 44.7% were married couples living together; 23.0% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 36.2% of households consisted of individuals and 15.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 3.0. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 8.3% of the population.

22.3% of the population was under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 18.7% from 25 to 44, 27.8% from 45 to 64, and 22.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45.6 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.3 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 100.0 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $44,375 (with a margin of error of +/- $16,777) and the median family income was $58,929 (+/- $19,906). Males had a median income of $37,750 (+/- $14,616) versus $20,250 (+/- $7,954) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $28,646 (+/- $8,818). Approximately, 7.7% of families and 11.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.1% of those under the age of 18 and 15.7% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 408 people, 180 households, and 102 families residing in the city. The population density was 668.9 PD/sqmi. There were 217 housing units at an average density of 355.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.5% White, 0.5% African American, 0.2% Native American, 1.5% from other races, and 0.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.

There were 180 households, of which 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.8% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 43.3% were non-families. 38.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 3.06.

The median age in the city was 41.2 years. 27.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.4% were from 25 to 44; 25.8% were from 45 to 64; and 18.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.7% male and 48.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 469 people, 197 households, and 125 families residing in the city. The population density was 777.9 PD/sqmi. There were 229 housing units at an average density of 379.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.72% White, 0.21% African American, and 1.07% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.64% of the population.

There were 197 households, out of which 30.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.8% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.5% were non-families. 33.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 3.06.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.7% under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 22.4% from 45 to 64, and 18.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,083, and the median income for a family was $33,958. Males had a median income of $22,237 versus $15,714 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,433. About 10.4% of families and 15.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.1% of those under age 18 and 11.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Almena is served by Northern Valley USD 212 public school district. The Northern Valley High School mascot is Huskies.

Grades K-4 and 9-12 are located in the Almena school building, and grades 5-8 are in the Long Island school building.

The Northern Valley Huskies have won the following KSHSAA State Championships:

 * 8-Man DI Football - 1986, 1990
 * 8-Man DII Football - 1987
 * 1A Boys Basketball - 1986, 1990, 1991
 * 1A DII Boys Basketball - 2018
 * 1A Boys Track & Field - 1986, 1987, 2019
 * 1A Volleyball - 1993, 2017
 * 1A Girls Basketball - 1994
 * 1A Cheer - 2023

Almena schools and Long Island schools formed through consolidation, their first school year was 1967-1968. The Almena High School mascot was Almena Coyotes with team colors of Orange and Black, in 1966 they were the Almena Huskies with team colors of green and white. The Long Island High School mascot was Long Island Leopards with team colors of Purple and Gold.

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Edmond, Kansas

Edmond is a city in Norton County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 28.

History
Edmond had a post office from the 1870s until 1996. Edmond was named for Jack Edmond, who offered a supply of flour in exchange for the naming rights.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 28 people, 12 households, and 8 families in Edmond. The population density was 168.7 per square mile (65.1/km$2$). There were 24 housing units at an average density of 144.6 per square mile (55.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 89.29% (25) white or European American (89.29% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 7.14% (2) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 3.57% (1) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 3.57% (1) of the population.

Of the 12 households, 25.0% had children under the age of 18; 50.0% were married couples living together; 25.0% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 33.3% of households consisted of individuals and 25.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.2 and the average family size was 8.7.

7.1% of the population was under the age of 18, 14.3% from 18 to 24, 17.9% from 25 to 44, 46.4% from 45 to 64, and 14.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 49.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 115.4 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 100.0 males.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 49 people, 23 households, and 15 families residing in the city. The population density was 288.2 PD/sqmi. There were 31 housing units at an average density of 182.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.0% White and 2.0% Native American.

There were 23 households, of which 26.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.9% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.8% were non-families. 34.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.13 and the average family size was 2.73.

The median age in the city was 43.5 years. 20.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.5% were from 25 to 44; 36.8% were from 45 to 64; and 12.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.1% male and 46.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 47 people, 19 households, and 12 families residing in the city. The population density was 285.2 PD/sqmi. There were 31 housing units at an average density of 188.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.26% of the population.

There were 19 households, out of which 36.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.6% were married couples living together, 10.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.6% were non-families. 26.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 34.0% under the age of 18, 31.9% from 25 to 44, 21.3% from 45 to 64, and 12.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 113.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $11,875, and the median income for a family was $28,750. Males had a median income of $25,000 versus $12,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $7,395. There were 20.0% of families and 25.6% of the population living below the poverty line, including 17.6% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Norton USD 211 public school district.

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Lenora, Kansas

Lenora is a city in Norton County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 207.

History
Lenora was founded in 1873. It was named for Mrs. Lenora Hauser, a pioneer settler.

The first post office in Lenora was established in June 1874.

Geography
Lenora is located at 39.61111°N, -100.00139°W (39.610975, -100.001391). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.51 sqmi, all land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 207 people, 100 households, and 59 families in Lenora. The population density was 429.5 per square mile (165.8/km$2$). There were 173 housing units at an average density of 358.9 per square mile (138.6/km$2$). The racial makeup was 93.72% (194) white or European American (92.75% 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, 0.48% (1) from other races, and 5.8% (12) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 2.9% (6) of the population.

Of the 100 households, 24.0% had children under the age of 18; 43.0% were married couples living together; 23.0% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 39.0% of households consisted of individuals and 15.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.2 and the average family size was 2.7. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 18.8% of the population.

19.3% of the population was under the age of 18, 3.4% from 18 to 24, 21.7% from 25 to 44, 26.1% from 45 to 64, and 29.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 53.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 85.6 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $36,250 (with a margin of error of +/- $4,459) and the median family income was $36,033 (+/- $7,925). Males had a median income of $26,667 (+/- $9,025) versus $30,500 (+/- $7,276) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $28,750 (+/- $5,071). Approximately, 24.7% of families and 30.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 56.7% of those under the age of 18 and 10.1% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 250 people, 126 households, and 69 families residing in the city. The population density was 490.2 PD/sqmi. There were 182 housing units at an average density of 356.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.0% White and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.8% of the population.

There were 126 households, of which 18.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.4% were married couples living together, 4.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 45.2% were non-families. 40.5% 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 1.98 and the average family size was 2.59.

The median age in the city was 50.8 years. 16.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.8% were from 25 to 44; 30.8% were from 45 to 64; and 28% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.8% male and 47.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 306 people, 141 households, and 83 families residing in the city. The population density was 633.8 PD/sqmi. There were 196 housing units at an average density of 405.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.41% White, 0.98% African American, 0.33% Asian, and 2.29% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.31% of the population.

There were 141 households, out of which 21.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.6% were married couples living together, 5.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.1% were non-families. 38.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.6% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 27.5% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 22.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,500, and the median income for a family was $39,250. Males had a median income of $27,361 versus $18,875 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,426. About 2.2% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 22.6% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Norton USD 211 public school district.

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

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Norton, Kansas

Norton is a city in, and the county seat of, Norton County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 2,747.

History
Norton was founded in 1872. Like the county, it was named for Capt. Orloff Norton.

The first hotel was a log house, built in 1873.

One of the first recorded tornado pictures was taken in Norton, in 1909, by photographer Will Keller.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.93 sqmi, all land. The city is situated on the north side of Prairie Dog Creek in Norton County. Before the Bureau of Reclamation constructed Keith Sebelius Lake in 1963, Norton was prone to frequent flooding. The construction of the Dam has since resolved the problem and created the current reservoir that sits 2.5 mi southwest of Norton. The Nebraska border is located 11 mi north of the city.

Climate
Norton is on the boundary of two climate zones, humid continental and semiarid. Temperatures can fluctuate drastically between the winter and summer seasons. Because of its location on the High Plains, snowfall totals can sometimes approach the yearly average after a single snowfall.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 2,747 people, 1,213 households, and 692 families in Norton. The population density was 1,439.7 per square mile (555.9/km$2$). There were 1,457 housing units at an average density of 763.6 per square mile (294.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 90.21% (2,478) white or European American (88.24% non-Hispanic white), 0.84% (23) black or African-American, 0.55% (15) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.73% (20) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.09% (30) from other races, and 6.59% (181) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.28% (145) of the population.

Of the 1,213 households, 26.0% had children under the age of 18; 42.6% were married couples living together; 28.9% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 37.5% 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 2.7 and the average family size was 3.5. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 15.4% of the population.

24.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 22.4% from 25 to 44, 24.9% from 45 to 64, and 21.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.8 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 104.2 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $49,069 (with a margin of error of +/- $7,615) and the median family income was $59,648 (+/- $18,177). Males had a median income of $32,346 (+/- $3,580) versus $29,167 (+/- $11,470) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $31,683 (+/- $3,071). Approximately, 0.9% of families and 6.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.7% of those under the age of 18 and 13.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,928 people, 1,290 households, and 763 families residing in the city. The population density was 1517.1 PD/sqmi. There were 1,465 housing units at an average density of 759.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.8% White, 0.2% African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.5% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.

There were 1,290 households, of which 26.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.5% were married couples living together, 9.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.9% were non-families. 36.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.20 and the average family size was 2.86.

The median age in the city was 44.8 years. 23.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.6% were from 25 to 44; 27.8% were from 45 to 64; and 22% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.6% male and 53.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,012 people, 1,331 households, and 814 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,566.5 PD/sqmi. There were 1,517 housing units at an average density of 789.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.91% White, 0.40% Native American, 0.33% Asian, 0.03% African American, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 0.63% from other races, and 0.66% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.03% of the population.

There were 1,331 households, out of which 27.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.5% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.8% were non-families. 36.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.19 and the average family size was 2.86.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.5% under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 23.5% from 25 to 44, 22.1% from 45 to 64, and 24.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,339, and the median income for a family was $36,179. Males had a median income of $25,943 versus $20,559 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,438. About 5.5% of families and 9.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.4% of those under age 18 and 6.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Norton USD 211 public school district.

Eisenhower Elementary School Constructed in 1954 and added on to in 1966 and 1990, Eisenhower Elementary serves students in USD 211 in grades ECD through sixth grade. Full day, every day kindergarten is offered as is a full range of special education services. Grades ECD through four are taught in self-contained classrooms. Grades 5 & 6 are departmentalized for instruction in math, reading, science, language arts and computer technology. Each teacher also teaches social studies and spelling to their homeroom students.

Norton Junior High School Constructed in 1937 and extensively remodeled in 1984, Norton Junior High School serves the 120+ students in grades 7 & 8. In addition to required classes of math, language arts, physical education/ health, science and social studies each junior high student receives 3 semesters of instruction in computer technology and digital media production and one semester of technology exploration (robotics, pneumatics, electronics, etc.). Elective classes are offered in vocal music, instrumental music, art, wood working, and family and consumer sciences.

Norton Community High School Constructed in 1975 & 1977,  NCHS is a 3A high school with an enrollment of 200+. A comprehensive high school, NCHS is able to offer instruction in the areas of calculus, physics, human anatomy, chemistry II and foreign language. In addition to the regular academic curriculum, NCHS offers fine arts and vocational training.

The Norton Community High School Bluejays have won 17 Kansas State High School Activities Association state championships in wrestling, including six consecutive Class 3-2-1A state championships from 2012–17, and three consecutive Class 3-2-1A championships in 2004-06. Norton's football team won back-to-back Class 4A state championships in 1985 and 1986, and finished as state runners-up in 1989. The girls basketball and boys basketball teams won state championships in 1983 and 2003, respectively, and have made numerous state tournament appearances. NCHS also boasts programs in girls tennis, girls volleyball, boys golf, cross country, and track and field.

Notable people

 * Nick Allen, baseball player
 * William B. Ryan, mayor of Norton, attorney, Kansas state Senator, Kansas state district court judge
 * Kathleen Sebelius (nee Gilligan), the former Secretary of Health and Human Services and a former governor of Kansas; daughter of former Ohio governor John J. Gilligan
 * Keith Sebelius, former member of the United States House of Representatives from Kansas from 1969 to 1981
 * K. Gary Sebelius, US Magistrate Judge, son of Keith Sebelius, husband of Kathleen Sebelius

title: Norton, Kansas


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Burlingame, Kansas

Burlingame is a city in Osage County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 971.

History
Burlingame was originally established as Council City and was an stop on the Santa Fe Trail. The Council City post office was opened on April 30, 1855. The wide brick main street, Santa Fe Avenue, was built wide enough for an oxen team to be able to make a U-turn. The city and post office name was changed from Council City to Burlingame on January 30, 1858, in honor of Anson Burlingame.

During the Civil War, the townspeople constructed a stone fort in the town center. Burlingame's Fort was torn down after the war.

Geography
Burlingame is located on U.S. Route 56, about 20 mi south of Topeka. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.89 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, Burlingame has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 971 people, 437 households, and 259 families in Burlingame. The population density was 1,098.4 per square mile (424.1/km$2$). There were 487 housing units at an average density of 550.9 per square mile (212.7/km$2$). The racial makeup was 93.92% (912) white or European American (92.38% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.41% (4) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.21% (2) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.41% (4) from other races, and 5.05% (49) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 3.3% (32) of the population.

Of the 437 households, 30.2% had children under the age of 18; 42.8% were married couples living together; 29.1% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 34.6% of households consisted of individuals and 17.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.9 and the average family size was 2.7. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 9.2% of the population.

25.2% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 22.2% from 25 to 44, 24.5% from 45 to 64, and 20.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.0 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 109.8 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $41,023 (with a margin of error of +/- $15,423) and the median family income was $52,143 (+/- $13,723). Males had a median income of $42,426 (+/- $3,008) versus $21,850 (+/- $4,368) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $33,750 (+/- $12,861). Approximately, 13.1% of families and 16.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.5% of those under the age of 18 and 3.1% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 934 people, 404 households, and 250 families residing in the city. The population density was 1049.4 PD/sqmi. There were 501 housing units at an average density of 562.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.1% White, 0.1% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.5% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 404 households, of which 32.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.1% were married couples living together, 11.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.1% were non-families. 32.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.31 and the average family size was 2.90.

The median age in the city was 36.9 years. 27.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.9% were from 25 to 44; 25.3% were from 45 to 64; and 15.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.2% male and 52.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,017 people, 428 households, and 267 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,150.1 PD/sqmi. There were 481 housing units at an average density of 543.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.43% White, 0.29% African American, 0.10% Native American, 0.49% from other races, and 0.69% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.59% of the population.

There were 428 households, out of which 26.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.7% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.6% were non-families. 34.3% 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 2.31 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.5% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 24.0% from 25 to 44, 23.1% from 45 to 64, and 22.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,845, and the median income for a family was $42,500. Males had a median income of $26,711 versus $24,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,465. About 3.8% of families and 7.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.9% of those under age 18 and 13.2% of those age 65 or over.

Government
The Burlingame government consists of a mayor and five council members. The council meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM.
 * City Hall, 101 E Santa Fe Ave.

Primary and secondary education
Burlingame is served by USD 454 Burlingame Public Schools. USD 454 operates a high school, junior high, and elementary school. The Burlingame High School mascot is Bearcats.

Colleges and universities
Allen Community College has maintained a campus in Burlingame since 1991.

Notable people

 * Maurice Mehl (1887–1966), paleontologist, was born in Burlingame, Kansas
 * Victor Murdock (1871–1945), U.S. Representative from Kansas, Progressive Party presidential nominee, 1916.
 * Carla Provost (b. 1970), chief of the Border Patrol
 * Kenny Starr (b. 1952), Country and Western singer
 * Earl Sutherland, Jr. (1915–1974), winner of the 1971 Nobel Prize in physiology and medicine.
 * Ron Thornburgh (b. 1962), former Kansas Secretary of State (1994–2010).
 * Muriel Window (1892–1965), vaudeville star, Ziegfeld girl, pilot, businesswoman, born in Burlingame

title: Burlingame, Kansas


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Carbondale, Kansas

Carbondale is a city in Osage County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,352. It is located south of Topeka along U.S. Route 75 four lane freeway.

History
Carbondale was founded in 1869. It initially grew as a coal town of the Carbon Coal Company. Coal is a carbon-based fuel, hence the name.

From 1906 to 1908 the Daughters of the American Revolution of Kansas placed sixty-six markers along the path of the Santa Fe Trail as it ran through Kansas. Number seventeen is located in Carbondale.

Geography
Carbondale is located at 38.81833°N, -95.69167°W (38.818411, -95.691533). It is the first city south of Topeka, Kansas on U.S. Highway 75. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.77 sqmi, of which, 0.75 sqmi is land and 0.02 sqmi is water.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 1,352 people, 578 households, and 350 families in Carbondale. The population density was 1,849.5 per square mile (714.1/km$2$). There were 622 housing units at an average density of 850.9 per square mile (328.5/km$2$). The racial makeup was 91.64% (1,239) white or European American (89.05% non-Hispanic white), 0.15% (2) black or African-American, 0.15% (2) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.81% (11) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.67% (9) from other races, and 6.58% (89) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.36% (59) of the population.

Of the 578 households, 31.7% had children under the age of 18; 40.5% were married couples living together; 34.1% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 33.2% of households consisted of individuals and 16.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 2.7. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 7.8% of the population.

25.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 25.7% from 45 to 64, and 15.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37.7 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.7 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 112.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $60,938 (with a margin of error of +/- $8,960) and the median family income was $72,250 (+/- $13,834). Males had a median income of $40,521 (+/- $10,374) versus $24,265 (+/- $4,021) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $30,878 (+/- $5,092). Approximately, 9.4% of families and 12.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.7% of those under the age of 18 and 15.8% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,437 people, 590 households, and 385 families residing in the city. The population density was 1916.0 PD/sqmi. There were 637 housing units at an average density of 849.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.8% White, 0.3% African American, 1.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.9% of the population.

There were 590 households, of which 34.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.1% were married couples living together, 14.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.7% were non-families. 29.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the city was 34.3 years. 26.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.2% were from 25 to 44; 26.4% were from 45 to 64; and 13.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,478 people, 581 households, and 393 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,020.0 PD/sqmi. There were 617 housing units at an average density of 843.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.75% White, 0.27% African American, 0.54% Native American, 0.07% Asian, 0.07% Pacific Islander, 0.54% from other races, and 1.76% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.79% of the population.

There were 581 households, out of which 41.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.1% were married couples living together, 13.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.2% were non-families. 28.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.16.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 32.0% under the age of 18, 9.3% from 18 to 24, 29.5% from 25 to 44, 19.4% from 45 to 64, and 9.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,550, and the median income for a family was $39,226. Males had a median income of $29,226 versus $21,300 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,729. About 9.8% of families and 11.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.4% of those under age 18 and 11.5% of those age 65 or over.

Government
The Carbondale City Library is located inside the City building in Carbondale, Kansas. The library opened in 1971 and is a member of the Northeast Kansas Library System, NEKLS. The library has a wide selection of children's and adult books. They have an extensive collection of large print books. The library also boasts a selection of audiobooks on tape and compact disc. The library has patron computers with a wide variety of programs and free use of the internet. The library also has a Friends of the Library organization which meets monthly.

Education
Carbondale is served by USD 434 Santa Fe Trail. USD 434 includes Carbondale, Scranton and Overbrook. The Carbondale attendance center houses grades K-8. The district high school is Santa Fe Trail High School.

The Santa Fe Trail Chargers won the Kansas State High School boys class 4A basketball championship in 1997 and the girls class 4A basketball championship in 1998.

Carbondale High School was closed through school unification. The Carbondale Vikings won the Kansas State High School boys class B basketball championship in 1951.

Notable people

 * Daniel Forbes, Jr, pioneer U.S. Air Force photoreconnaissance pilot.
 * Barnum Brown, American Museum of Natural History paleontologist.

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Lyndon, Kansas

Lyndon is a city in, and the county seat of Osage County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,037.

History
Lyndon was founded in 1869 after the land in the area was taken from the Sac and Fox Nation by the government for homesteading. It was named after Lyndon, Vermont.

Geography
Lyndon is located at 38.61028°N, -95.68528°W (38.610233, -95.685352). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.83 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, Lyndon has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Demographics
Lyndon is part of the Topeka metropolitan area.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 1,037 people, 424 households, and 291 families in Lyndon. The population density was 1,162.6 per square mile (448.9/km$2$). There were 454 housing units at an average density of 509.0 per square mile (196.5/km$2$). The racial makeup was 94.41% (979) white or European American (93.25% non-Hispanic white), 0.1% (1) black or African-American, 0.1% (1) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.1% (1) Asian, 0.1% (1) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.1% (1) from other races, and 5.11% (53) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 1.64% (17) of the population.

Of the 424 households, 37.0% had children under the age of 18; 47.6% were married couples living together; 24.5% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 27.1% of households consisted of individuals and 13.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.7 and the average family size was 3.2. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 17.7% of the population.

28.0% of the population was under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 23.9% from 25 to 44, 23.3% from 45 to 64, and 16.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35.1 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.0 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 103.5 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $49,432 (with a margin of error of +/- $9,498) and the median family income was $59,125 (+/- $15,798). Males had a median income of $31,438 (+/- $5,840) versus $29,125 (+/- $10,493) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $30,465 (+/- $5,055). Approximately, 0.0% of families and 7.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.1% of those under the age of 18 and 9.9% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,052 people, 422 households, and 285 families living in the city. The population density was 1267.5 PD/sqmi. There were 464 housing units at an average density of 559.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.5% White, 0.4% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.1% Asian, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.0% of the population.

There were 422 households, of which 37.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.8% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.5% were non-families. 29.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.02.

The median age in the city was 36.8 years. 28% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.2% were from 25 to 44; 25.7% were from 45 to 64; and 13.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.9% male and 49.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,038 people, 419 households, and 297 families living in the city. The population density was 1,387.5 PD/sqmi. There were 453 housing units at an average density of 605.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.98% White, 0.48% Native American, 0.19% Asian, 0.10% Pacific Islander, 0.77% from other races, and 0.48% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.77% of the population.

There were 419 households, out of which 32.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.5% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.9% were non-families. 24.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 2.91.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.0% under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 26.3% from 25 to 44, 22.4% from 45 to 64, and 18.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $36,250, and the median income for a family was $44,231. Males had a median income of $33,750 versus $19,671 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,968. About 7.8% of families and 10.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.4% of those under age 18 and 14.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Lyndon USD 421 public school district.

title: Lyndon, Kansas


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Melvern, Kansas

Melvern is a city in Osage County, Kansas, United States, along the Marais des Cygnes River. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 356.

History
Melvern was laid out in 1870. It was named after the Malvern Hills, in Worcestershire, England.

The first post office in Melvern was established in June 1870.

Geography
Melvern is located at 38.5075°N, -95.63833°W (38.507446, -95.638332). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.35 sqmi, all land.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 356 people, 151 households, and 92 families in Melvern. The population density was 1,000.0 per square mile (386.1/km$2$). There were 180 housing units at an average density of 505.6 per square mile (195.2/km$2$). The racial makeup was 91.57% (326) white or European American (91.01% non-Hispanic white), 0.28% (1) black or African-American, 0.56% (2) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.84% (3) from other races, and 6.74% (24) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 1.69% (6) of the population.

Of the 151 households, 32.5% had children under the age of 18; 38.4% were married couples living together; 27.8% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 30.5% of households consisted of individuals and 17.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.5 and the average family size was 2.9. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 9.3% of the population.

25.6% of the population was under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 21.1% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 20.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38.7 years. For every 100 females, there were 110.7 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 105.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $45,938 (with a margin of error of +/- $14,323) and the median family income was $51,042 (+/- $11,061). Males had a median income of $33,281 (+/- $14,979) versus $23,125 (+/- $10,185) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $30,714 (+/- $12,634). Approximately, 12.0% of families and 19.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.1% of those under the age of 18 and 11.1% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 385 people, 159 households, and 109 families living in the city. The population density was 1100.0 PD/sqmi. There were 184 housing units at an average density of 525.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.6% White, 0.3% African American, 0.8% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.

There were 159 households, of which 30.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.2% were married couples living together, 8.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.4% were non-families. 27.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 2.86.

The median age in the city was 40.8 years. 24.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.2% were from 25 to 44; 24.9% were from 45 to 64; and 19.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.6% male and 51.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 429 people, 173 households, and 120 families living in the city. The population density was 1,297.3 PD/sqmi. There were 202 housing units at an average density of 610.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.14% White, 0.70% Native American, 0.23% from other races, and 0.93% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.93% of the population.

There were 173 households, out of which 31.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.1% were married couples living together, 10.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.6% were non-families. 28.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.5% 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.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.3% under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 28.9% from 25 to 44, 17.9% from 45 to 64, and 20.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,321, and the median income for a family was $50,833. Males had a median income of $30,313 versus $17,143 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,206. About 5.3% of families and 9.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.5% of those under age 18 and 9.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Marais des Cygnes Valley USD 456 public school district. The district high school is Marais des Cygnes Valley High School. Mascot is Trojans.

Prior to school unification, the Melvern High School mascot was Panthers. The Melvern Panthers won the Kansas State High School boys class B basketball championship in 1962.

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 * Melvern Lake

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Olivet, Kansas

Olivet is a city in Osage County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 73. It is located near the south side of Melvern Lake.

History
Olivet was founded in 1869. By the end of its first year, the town contained a general store, a hotel, a sawmill, and a wagon and blacksmith shop. Olivet was incorporated as a city in 1870.

The post office in Olivet was first established in 1870, and it closed in 1971.

Geography
Olivet is located at 38.48024°N, -95.75156°W (38.480236, -95.751564). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.26 sqmi, all of it land.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 73 people, 44 households, and 28 families in Olivet. The population density was 289.7 per square mile (111.8/km$2$). There were 44 housing units at an average density of 174.6 per square mile (67.4/km$2$). The racial makeup was 95.89% (70) white or European American (95.89% 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, 1.37% (1) from other races, and 2.74% (2) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 1.37% (1) of the population.

Of the 44 households, 18.2% had children under the age of 18; 43.2% were married couples living together; 13.6% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 29.5% of households consisted of individuals and 20.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.5 and the average family size was 2.2. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 1.4% of the population.

13.7% of the population was under the age of 18, 2.7% from 18 to 24, 9.6% from 25 to 44, 24.7% from 45 to 64, and 49.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 64.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 82.5 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 80.0 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median family income was $61,250 (+/- $3,699). The median income for those above 16 years old was $25,000 (+/- $24,068). Approximately, 5.9% of families and 12.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 66.7% of those under the age of 18 and 4.4% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 67 people, 35 households, and 23 families residing in the city. The population density was 257.7 PD/sqmi. There were 45 housing units at an average density of 173.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 89.6% White, 4.5% Asian, and 6.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.5% of the population.

There were 35 households, of which 22.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.6% were married couples living together, 11.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.3% were non-families. 28.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.91 and the average family size was 2.22.

The median age in the city was 56.8 years. 13.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 9% were from 25 to 44; 52.2% were from 45 to 64; and 19.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.2% male and 47.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 64 people, 34 households, and 16 families residing in the city. The population density was 254.2 PD/sqmi. There were 37 housing units at an average density of 147.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.44% White, and 1.56% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.56% of the population.

There were 34 households, out of which 11.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.1% were married couples living together, and 52.9% were non-families. 50.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 29.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.88 and the average family size was 2.75.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 12.5% under the age of 18, 4.7% from 18 to 24, 14.1% from 25 to 44, 46.9% from 45 to 64, and 21.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 51 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,188, and the median income for a family was $58,750. Males had a median income of $19,583 versus $17,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,781. There were no families and 7.4% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 21.4% of those over 64.

Education
The community is served by Marais des Cygnes Valley USD 456 public school district.

title: Olivet, Kansas