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Basehor, Kansas

Basehor is a city in Leavenworth County, Kansas, United States which is included statistically in the Kansas City metropolitan area. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 6,896.

History
In exchange for extensive Delaware holdings in the state of Indiana, on September 24, 1829, the United States government ceded a large tract of land to the Delaware Indians. Basehor is built on a small part of this tract. The Delawares held this land, or at least parts of it, until the 1860s. On July 4, 1866, the Secretary of the Interior of the United States was offered for sale what was left of the Delaware lands, then referred to as the Delaware Diminished Reserve, for not less than $2.50 per acre. The Leavenworth, Pawnee, and Western Railroad Company subsequently bought all of the remaining land on January 7, 1886.

The first individuals to own the land upon which Basehor now stands were Thomas Salem and Mary Z. Towne (though William Henery Lewis, who surveyed for the railroad, bought an extensive plot of land to the northeast of Basehor around 1861 and homesteaded it right after the Civil War). The couple bought it from the railroad in 1873 and mortgaged it to Ephraim Basehor the same year. On January 9, 1874, the Townes sold the 160 acre to Basehor. Ephriam and Reuben's nephew William Mast later moved to Basehor and in 1896 married Margaret Towne, the daughter of the couple from whom they had purchased the land.

Basehor was founded in 1889 by Reuben Basehor and his brother Ephraim. They both were of Pennsylvania Dutch descent and came to Kansas in 1854. After living in Lawrence for a time, Ephraim began working as a hired hand for an area farmer. He eventually bought the farm and other land holdings in the area.

In 1889, the railroad was completed, and Ephraim plotted his land and began building the town site. It was dedicated on November 30, 1889, and was named after Basehor.

Ephraim Basehor donated the land for the schoolhouse around 1900. The old grade school was located north of town and was originally called the Prairie Garden District #32. The first high school classes in the community met in 1905 above the Kemler-Hammond General Store. In 1906, a building was erected to house the high school and grade school. It was built for K–12 on the southeast corner of 155th Street and Leavenworth Road. The high school was upstairs, and K–8 was located in the three classrooms downstairs. In 1929, five students graduated.

Reuben Basehor donated $1,000 to the school to build a library. With this donation, a concrete structure was built east of the old school. After many years of disuse, the library building was moved to the city park in June, 2016. A new two-story brick high school was built as a WPA project in 1938. The grade-school classes continued to be held in the old building until a new grade school was built in 1955. By 1963, a new high school was built, and the older building was taken over by the top two grades of the grade school. In 2008, the community built a new library on 158th St.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.75 sqmi, of which 0.07 sqmi is covered by water.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 6,896 people, 2,531 households, and 1,968 families in Basehor. The population density was 965.3 per square mile (372.7/km$2$). There were 2,596 housing units at an average density of 363.4 per square mile (140.3/km$2$). The racial makeup was 87.67% (6,046) white or European American (85.98% non-Hispanic white), 2.44% (168) black or African-American, 0.46% (32) Native American or Alaska Native, 1.16% (80) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.39% (96) from other races, and 6.87% (474) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.35% (369) of the population.

Of the 2,531 households, 39.0% had children under the age of 18; 63.9% were married couples living together; 20.3% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 18.8% of households consisted of individuals and 10.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.8 and the average family size was 3.4. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 19.6% of the population.

27.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 26.3% from 25 to 44, 24.4% from 45 to 64, and 16.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39.1 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.1 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 108.7 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $84,906 (with a margin of error of +/- $11,057) and the median family income was $94,119 (+/- $11,709). Males had a median income of $64,922 (+/- $17,780) versus $36,134 (+/- $1,906) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $42,685 (+/- $8,955). Approximately, 8.8% of families and 7.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.5% of those under the age of 18 and 6.5% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, 4,613 people, 1,751 households, and 1,337 families were living in the city. The population density was 690.6 PD/sqmi. The 1,881 housing units had an average density of 281.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.1% White, 2.5% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.5% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race were 3.6% of the population.

Of the 1,751 households, 37.4% had children under 18 living with them, 62.8% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 23.6% were not families. About 19.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.7% had someone living alone who was 65 or older. The average household size was 2.63, and the average family size was 3.02.

The median age in the city was 37.6 years; 26.5% of residents were under 18; 6% were between 18 and 24; 28.4% were from 25 to 44; 27% were from 45 to 64; and 12.2% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.5% male and 51.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, 2,238 people, 830 households, and 650 families were living in the city. The population density was 712.3 people per square mile (275.2/km2). The 848 housing units had an average density of 269.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.1% White, 0.4% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.5% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race were 1.6% of the population.

Of the 830 households, 36.3% had children under 18 living with them, 64.5% were married couples living together, 11.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.6% were not families. About 19.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.0% had someone living alone who was 65 or older. The average household size was 2.70, and the average family size was 3.09.

In the city, the age distribution was 27.2% under 18, 8.4% from 18 to 24, 28.1% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 12.6% who were 65 or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.8 males. For every 100 females 18 and over, there were 87.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $52,831, and for a family was $60,000. Males had a median income of $40,540 versus $27,708 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,731. About 2.8% of families and 4.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.7% of those under 18 and 6.4% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Basehor–Linwood USD 458 public school district. The Basehor–Linwood High School is located in Basehor. The cities middle school, however, is located on County RD. 2 (158th St). The district has five elementary schools: Glenwood Ridge Elementary located directly across from the middle school, Basehor Elementary School, Basehor Intermediate School, Gray Hawk Elementary School, and Linwood Elementary School, located in Linwood.

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Easton, Kansas

Easton is a city in Leavenworth County, Kansas, United States, and part of the Kansas City metropolitan area. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 213.

History
Easton was originally known as Eastin, and under the latter name was laid out in 1854 by General Eastin J. Trader. Later, at the insistence of Governor Andrew Horatio Reeder, the name was changed to Easton for Reeder's birthplace of Easton, Pennsylvania.

The first post office in Easton was established in December 1855.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.14 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, Easton has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 213 people, 75 households, and 53 families in Easton. The population density was 1,267.9 per square mile (489.5/km$2$). There were 91 housing units at an average density of 541.7 per square mile (209.1/km$2$). The racial makeup was 89.2% (190) white or European American (85.45% non-Hispanic white), 0.94% (2) black or African-American, 1.41% (3) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.41% (3) from other races, and 7.04% (15) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.63% (12) of the population.

Of the 75 households, 34.7% had children under the age of 18; 34.7% were married couples living together; 21.3% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 24.0% of households consisted of individuals and 12.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.6 and the average family size was 3.8. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 6.1% of the population.

16.9% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 18.8% from 25 to 44, 24.9% from 45 to 64, and 32.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 49.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.8 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 113.3 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $43,750 (with a margin of error of +/- $6,634) and the median family income was $51,250 (+/- $24,780). Males had a median income of $36,250 (+/- $21,507). The median income for those above 16 years old was $28,125 (+/- $8,517). Approximately, 2.3% of families and 6.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.0% of those under the age of 18 and 17.6% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 253 people, 81 households, and 55 families residing in the city. The population density was 1807.1 PD/sqmi. There were 100 housing units at an average density of 714.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.8% White, 0.4% African American, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.

There were 81 households, of which 32.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.9% were married couples living together, 12.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.1% were non-families. Of all households 25.9% were made up of individuals, and 11.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.09.

The median age in the city was 41.9 years. Of residents 20.6% were under the age of 18; 9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.3% were from 25 to 44; 17.4% were from 45 to 64; and 27.7% 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 362 people, 117 households, and 87 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,523.5 PD/sqmi. There were 138 housing units at an average density of 962.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94% White, 1% African American, 1% Native American, <1% Asian, 1% from other races, and 2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2% of the population.

There were 117 households, out of which 44% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55% were married couples living together, 12% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25% were non-families. Of all households 22% were made up of individuals, and 6% 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.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 32% under the age of 18, 9% from 18 to 24, 25% from 25 to 44, 13% from 45 to 64, and 22% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,818, and the median income for a family was $29,000. Males had a median income of $26,625 versus $19,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,751. About 22% of families and 18% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24% of those under age 18 and 5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Easton USD 449 public school district. Pleasant Ridge High School is the district high school. The Pleasant Ridge High School mascot is Rams.

Easton High School was closed due to school unification. The Easton High School mascot was Easton Dragons.

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Lansing, Kansas

Lansing is a city in Leavenworth County, Kansas, United States. It is situated along the west side of the Missouri River and Kansas-Missouri state border. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 11,239. It is the second most populous city of Leavenworth County and is a part of the Kansas City metropolitan area. The Lansing Correctional Facility (formerly the Kansas State Penitentiary), which includes the state's main maximum-security prison, is located in Lansing.

History
Lansing is named for James Lansing, a pioneer settler. Formerly William Lansing Taylor, James changed his name upon his enlistment in 1862 as a hospital steward in the 7th Kansas Cavalry. Following the Civil War, he earned a position at the new state penitentiary in Kansas as a hospital steward. He later resigned and opened a general mercantile store, which held the post office and an apothecary business, in the area called “Town of Progress”. “Doc Lansing”, as he became known, and his friend John C. Schmidt became co-owners of 90 acre of land that was platted into town lots in 1878; they named the area “Town of Lansing”. Lansing did not become an incorporated city until 1959.

The Kansas State Penitentiary, later renamed the Lansing Correctional Facility in 1990, was authorized by the Kansas Constitution in 1859; it is the state's largest and oldest facility for detention and rehabilitation of male adult felons. With the opening of the coal mine at the prison the town became an important shipping point for this product.

Lansing was ranked 88 in the top 100 of Money Magazine's 2007 list of best places to live.

Geography
Lansing is situated along the western bank of the Missouri River, which also marks the Kansas-Missouri state border. It is bordered by the city of Leavenworth to the north; Kansas City is less than a half-hour to the southeast. U.S. Route 73 passes through the city.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 12.50 sqmi, of which 12.39 sqmi is land and 0.11 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, Lansing has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 11,239 people, 3,432 households, and 2,566 families in Lansing. The population density was 913.1 per square mile (352.6/km$2$). There were 3,612 housing units at an average density of 293.5 per square mile (113.3/km$2$). The racial makeup was 75.48% (8,483) white or European American (73.2% non-Hispanic white), 11.34% (1,274) black or African-American, 0.69% (78) Native American or Alaska Native, 1.64% (184) Asian, 0.2% (22) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.82% (205) from other races, and 8.84% (993) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 7.17% (806) of the population.

Of the 3,432 households, 37.3% had children under the age of 18; 58.3% were married couples living together; 22.5% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 20.9% of households consisted of individuals and 9.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.0 and the average family size was 3.3. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 30.1% of the population.

22.2% of the population was under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 28.5% from 25 to 44, 26.7% from 45 to 64, and 14.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38.9 years. For every 100 females, there were 78.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 75.2 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $87,154 (with a margin of error of +/- $10,293) and the median family income was $98,015 (+/- $6,783). Males had a median income of $25,667 (+/- $13,589) versus $31,406 (+/- $11,559) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $27,818 (+/- $10,643). Approximately, 0.5% of families and 1.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.7% of those under the age of 18 and 4.3% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 11,265 people, 3,180 households, and 2,496 families living in the city. The population density was 909.2 PD/sqmi. There were 3,371 housing units at an average density of 272.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 80.2% White, 13.2% African American, 0.8% Native American, 2.0% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.8% from other races, and 2.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.1% of the population.

There were 3,180 households, of which 41.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.4% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 21.5% were non-families. 18.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.79 and the average family size was 3.15.

The median age in the city was 37.6 years. 22.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 31.2% were from 25 to 44; 29.3% were from 45 to 64; and 8.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 59.4% male and 40.6% female.

2000 census
As of the U.S. Census in 2000, there were 9,199 people, 2,435 households, and 1,913 families living in the city. The population density was 1,080.1 PD/sqmi. There were 2,548 housing units at an average density of 299.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 81.0% White, 12.5% Black or African American, 1.2% Native American, 1.3% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.9% of the population.

There were 2,435 households, out of which 42.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.0% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.4% were non-families. 18.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.79 and the average family size was 3.17.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.0% under the age of 18, 8.8% from 18 to 24, 38.5% from 25 to 44, 23.1% from 45 to 64, and 7.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 164.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 184.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $60,994, and the median income for a family was $65,639. Males had a median income of $36,326 versus $28,315 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,655. About 1.9% of families and 2.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.5% of those under age 18 and 3.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Lansing USD 469 public school district, and operates four schools with more than 2,000 students.
 * Lansing Elementary School, grades K–3
 * Lansing Intermediate School, grades 4–5
 * Lansing Middle School, grades 6–8
 * Lansing High School, grades 9–12

Notable people

 * John Bradford, member of Kansas House of Representatives.
 * Paul Ranous Greever, United States Representative from Wyoming born in Lansing.

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Linwood, Kansas

Linwood is a city in Leavenworth County, Kansas, United States, and part of the Kansas City metropolitan area. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 415. It is located along K-32 highway between Lawrence and Bonner Springs.

Beginnings
Linwood was founded as Journeycake, named after Charles Journeycake, the last Delaware chief. People occasionally made fun of the name Journeycake by calling it "Johnny Cake." The community was platted on both sides of Stranger Creek, near the creek's mouth at the Kansas River.

In May 1860, a treaty was signed at Sarcoxieville, 3 mi northeast of Linwood, by Chief Sarcoxie of the Delaware and by the United States. After the treaty's signature, each member of the tribe was assigned a parcel of land, and the balance of the tribe's territories were sold to the predecessor of the Union Pacific Railroad. Meanwhile, the U.S. government established a trading post near Stranger Creek until the tribe was moved to the Indian Territory in 1867. Located beside the Union Pacific Railroad tracks, the trading post became the first school in the community.

Union Pacific Railroad
In September 1863, the Union Pacific Railroad began building the main line westward across the Great Plains from Kansas City, Kansas, to Denver, Colorado. This was the long-line railroad in Kansas for 2–3 years. The first 40 mi were opened in 1864 from Wyandotte (now a suburb of Kansas City) to Lawrence. William A. Harris moved to Kansas in 1865 employed as a civil engineer for the Union Pacific Railroad. In 1868 it became the Kansas Pacific Railroad.

Name change
The original community of Journeycake was officially platted as Stranger on July 11, 1867, and recorded at the Leavenworth County Courthouse. When the name Stranger became a problem for the Postal Service. who confused Stranger with a nearby community also named Stranger (referred to as "Big" Stranger), it was renamed Linwood on December 20, 1877. Legend has it that one day when the citizens were cutting wood for the church, Colonel Loring suggested they change the name to Linwood, because of the many linden trees that grew in the area. But, according to the Kansas Historical Collections, the community of Stranger had its name changed to Linwood by Senator William A. Harris because of his great appreciation for the linwood trees that were abundant in the vicinity of Stranger Creek.

Senator Harris
William A. Harris moved to Kansas in 1865 and worked as a civil engineer for the Union Pacific Railroad until 1868, when he moved to Lawrence, Kansas. He was appointed agent for the railroad companies in the sale of the Delaware Reservation and other lands. In 1884, Harris became a prominent citizen of Linwood, where he engaged in agricultural pursuits and stock raising. He bought about 100 acre of land just west of Linwood. On a high hill within sight of city he built a modest two story mansion with fifteen rooms, the Harris House. Harris was elected as a Democratic Congressman to the Fifty-third Congress (1893–1895) and as a Populist to the U.S. Senate (1897–1903). He was an unsuccessful candidate for Governor of Kansas in 1906. Harris died in 1909, and is buried in Lawrence, Kansas.

Relocation
Much of Linwood's commerce came from the saw mills on the river, as the city had grown very near the banks of the Kansas River (known as the “Kaw” River) that flows eastward to the Missouri. After the 1903 flood damaged and endangered much of Linwood, the city was relocated about one mile (1.6 km) north to its present location out of “the bottoms” (as they are still known today) near the river.

21st century
Present day Linwood is a small city which is accessed solely off of, as the Golden Road bridge over Stranger Creek collapsed in the early 2000s and has never been rebuilt. Currently, the city has less than 400 people. In just the last couple of years, numerous new homes have been built drawing new families. Linwood has several businesses including a gas station, tavern, landscaping company, salsa plant and a Dollar General retail store. Linwood is home to one of the Basehor-Linwood Elementary Schools, while the Basehor-Linwood Middle and High Schools are located in Basehor.

2019 tornado
On May 28, 2019, an EF4 tornado with Doppler windspeed measurements of over 187 mph struck the outlying areas of the city and severely damaged homes. At least 13 injuries were reported due to the storm. The city itself was spared any major damage, with just the occasional roof damage and loss of trees and fencing.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.73 sqmi, of which 0.71 sqmi are land and 0.02 sqmi are water. Linwood is situated along the north bank of the Kansas River.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 415 people, 153 households, and 105 families in Linwood. The population density was 711.8 per square mile (274.8/km$2$). There were 163 housing units at an average density of 279.6 per square mile (107.9/km$2$). The racial makeup was 90.84% (377) white or European American (88.19% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.48% (2) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.24% (1) Asian, 0.24% (1) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.24% (1) from other races, and 7.95% (33) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.3% (22) of the population.

Of the 153 households, 45.8% had children under the age of 18; 51.0% were married couples living together; 17.0% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 24.2% of households consisted of individuals and 8.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.5 and the average family size was 2.9. The percent of those with a bachelor's degree or higher was estimated to be 9.9% of the population.

26.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 10.1% from 18 to 24, 29.2% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 12.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35.1 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.5 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 84.8 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $52,727 (with a margin of error of +/- $12,418) and the median family income was $53,598 (+/- $2,902). Males had a median income of $37,500 (+/- $4,179) versus $38,125 (+/- $18,993) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $37,639 (+/- $7,721). Approximately, 9.7% of families and 11.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.8% of those under the age of 18 and 0.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 375 people, 139 households, and 92 families residing in the city. The population density was 528.2 PD/sqmi. There were 149 housing units at an average density of 209.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.5% White, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 4.0% from other races, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 6.9% of the population.

There were 139 households, of which 37.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.4% were married couples living together, 10.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 12.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.8% were non-families. 25.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.70 and the average family size was 3.14.

The median age in the city was 31.8 years. 27.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 12.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 30.9% were from 25 to 44; 21% were from 45 to 64; and 8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.3% male and 46.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 374 people, 129 households, and 87 families residing in the city. The population density was 902.0 PD/sqmi. There were 146 housing units at an average density of 352.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 90% White, 1% African American, 4% from other races, and 5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 8% of the population.

There were 129 households, out of which 45% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47% were married couples living together, 14% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32% were non-families. 26% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.9 and the average family size was 3.5.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 35% under the age of 18, 13% from 18 to 24, 30% from 25 to 44, 17% from 45 to 64, and 5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 27 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,313, and the median income for a family was $39,125. Males had a median income of $26,875 versus $24,896 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,008. About 6.1% of families and 7.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.5% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * William Harris (1841–1909), Kansas senator
 * Charles Journeycake (1817–1894), founder of Linwood

title: Linwood, Kansas


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Tonganoxie, Kansas

Tonganoxie (pronounced ) is a city in Leavenworth County, Kansas, United States and is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 5,573.

History
Tonganoxie was platted in 1866. It was named for a local Native American Chief from the Delaware Tribe whose name means "shorty" in the Delaware language. Tonganoxie was incorporated as a city in 1871.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.67 sqmi, of which 3.66 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 5,573 people, 1,939 households, and 1,233 families in Tonganoxie. The population density was 1,376.0 per square mile (530.8/km$2$). There were 2,125 housing units at an average density of 524.7 per square mile (202.4/km$2$). The racial makeup was 87.35% (4,868) white, 1.51% (84) black or African-American, 0.77% (43) Native American, 0.65% (36) Asian, 0.02% (1) Pacific Islander, 1.51% (84) from other races, and 8.2% (457) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.0% (267) of the population.

Of the 1,939 households, 40.6% had children under the age of 18; 45.8% were married couples living together; 25.6% had a female householder with no husband present. 26.3% of households consisted of individuals and 13.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.7 and the average family size was 3.4.

30.3% of the population was under the age of 18, 5.2% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 20.0% from 45 to 64, and 14.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33.5 years. For every 100 females, the population had 90.2 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 80.5 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $75,417 (with a margin of error of +/- $11,132) and the median family income $76,358 (+/- $9,017). Males had a median income of $44,202 (+/- $10,526) versus $36,741 (+/- $13,755) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $43,223 (+/- $4,323). Approximately, 7.1% of families and 5.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.5% of those under the age of 18 and 2.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 4,996 people, 1,884 households, and 1,338 families living in the city. The population density was 1365.0 PD/sqmi. There were 1,973 housing units at an average density of 539.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White, 1.0% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.6% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.8% of the population.

There were 1,884 households, of which 41.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.8% were married couples living together, 12.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.0% were non-families. 23.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 3.08.

The median age in the city was 32.5 years. 29.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 29.9% were from 25 to 44; 21.2% were from 45 to 64; and 11.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.9% male and 52.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,728 people, 999 households, and 737 families living in the city. The population density was 869.8 PD/sqmi. There were 1,032 housing units at an average density of 329.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White, 1.2% African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.

There were 999 households, out of which 42.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.6% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.2% were non-families. 22.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.65 and the average family size was 3.13.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.0% under the age of 18, 9.5% from 18 to 24, 30.0% from 25 to 44, 17.1% from 45 to 64, and 13.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $44,278, and the median income for a family was $49,960. Males had a median income of $37,301 versus $24,028 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,026. About 4.5% of families and 6.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.5% of those under age 18 and 9.9% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Tonganoxie USD 464 public school district. It has a high school, a middle school, and an elementary school. The high school teams are named the Chieftains, while middle school teams are known as the Warriors and the elementary school's mascot is the Braves.

Economy
Peruvian Connection is based in Tonganoxie.

In September 2017, Tyson Foods cancelled plans to build a $320,000,000 chicken processing plant in Tonganoxie after objections from local residents.

Government
Tonganoxie utilizes a modified Council–manager form of government. The city mayor along with five council members are elected at-large and serve four-year terms. Appointments of the municipal judge, city attorney, city clerk, and city treasurer are recommended by the mayor and confirmed by the city council. As of January 2020, the current mayor is David Frese and the current city manager is George Brajkovic.

Notable people

 * Danni Boatwright, reality TV competitor
 * James Fair, chemical engineer, affiliate professor
 * Jim Karleskint, Kansas House of Representatives from 2017 to 2020
 * Doug McEnulty, football player in NFL
 * Terry Ramsaye, film historian and author
 * Roy Zimmerman, football player in National Football League (NFL) from 1940 to 1948

title: Tonganoxie, Kansas


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Barnard, Kansas

Barnard is a city in Lincoln County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 64.

History
Barnard was first settled in 1888 when a rail line of the Chicago, Kansas & Western Railroad Company, reached the town, and it was incorporated as a city in 1904. Barnard was named for J.F. Barnard, a railroad employee.

The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway acquired the C,K & W.R. in 1901. The railroad applied in 1983 to abandon the 43.38 mile "Minneapolis District" line from Manchester, Kansas to Barnard.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.22 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, Barnard has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 64 people, 34 households, and 18 families in Barnard. The population density was 287.0 per square mile (110.8/km$2$). There were 49 housing units at an average density of 219.7 per square mile (84.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 85.94% (55) white or European American (85.94% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 1.56% (1) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.0% (0) from other races, and 12.5% (8) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 3.12% (2) of the population.

Of the 34 households, 17.6% had children under the age of 18; 41.2% were married couples living together; 26.5% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 35.3% of households consisted of individuals and 23.5% 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 2.4. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 31.2% of the population.

3.1% of the population was under the age of 18, 10.9% from 18 to 24, 18.8% from 25 to 44, 29.7% from 45 to 64, and 37.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 60.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.9 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 $50,313 (with a margin of error of +/- $20,576) and the median family income was $61,875 (+/- $44,371). Males had a median income of $38,750 (+/- $31,736) versus $12,321 (+/- $11,401) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $23,750 (+/- $11,947). Approximately, 7.1% of families and 5.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 100.0% of those under the age of 18 and 0.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 70 people, 43 households, and 16 families residing in the city. The population density was 318.2 PD/sqmi. There were 71 housing units at an average density of 322.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 43 households, of which 9.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 27.9% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 62.8% were non-families. 55.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.63 and the average family size was 2.38.

The median age in the city was 49.3 years. 10% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 15.8% were from 25 to 44; 45.6% were from 45 to 64; and 18.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 60.0% male and 40.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 123 people, 62 households, and 37 families residing in the city. The population density was 559.3 PD/sqmi. There were 77 housing units at an average density of 350.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 62 households, out of which 19.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.8% were married couples living together, 4.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.3% were non-families. 40.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.98 and the average family size was 2.65.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 17.9% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 18.7% from 25 to 44, 30.9% from 45 to 64, and 26.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 112.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 110.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,667, and the median income for a family was $33,333. Males had a median income of $22,500 versus $17,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,329. There were 22.2% of families and 14.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including 25.0% of under eighteens and 18.5% of those over 64.

Economy
The only businesses or services remaining in Barnard are a post office and a small grocery.

Education
The community is served by Lincoln USD 298 public school district.

Barnard schools were closed through school unification in 1966. The Barnard High School team name was "Cardinals".

title: Barnard, Kansas


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Beverly, Kansas

Beverly is a city in Lincoln County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 135.

History
Beverly was first settled in 1886, and it was incorporated as a city in 1904. The city was named after Beverly, West Virginia, the native home of a pioneer settler.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 135 people, 63 households, and 33 families in Beverly. The population density was 678.4 per square mile (261.9/km$2$). There were 80 housing units at an average density of 402.0 per square mile (155.2/km$2$). The racial makeup was 89.63% (121) white or European American (87.41% non-Hispanic white), 0.74% (1) black or African-American, 3.7% (5) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 2.22% (3) from other races, and 3.7% (5) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 5.93% (8) of the population.

Of the 63 households, 23.8% had children under the age of 18; 36.5% were married couples living together; 27.0% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 44.4% of households consisted of individuals and 19.0% 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 3.1. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 6.7% of the population.

17.8% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 20.7% from 25 to 44, 28.1% from 45 to 64, and 25.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50.6 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 88.1 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $38,750 (with a margin of error of +/- $19,718) and the median family income was $67,500 (+/- $52,208). Males had a median income of $28,750 (+/- $12,138) versus $24,500 (+/- $5,845) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $25,833 (+/- $7,046). Approximately, 14.3% of families and 19.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.3% of those under the age of 18 and 8.3% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 162 people, 72 households, and 44 families residing in the city. The population density was 810.0 PD/sqmi. There were 88 housing units at an average density of 440.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.9% of the population.

There were 72 households, of which 27.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.7% were married couples living together, 12.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.9% were non-families. 27.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.64.

The median age in the city was 46.8 years. 19.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.4% were from 25 to 44; 36.4% were from 45 to 64; and 16.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.1% male and 54.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 199 people, 73 households, and 55 families residing in the city. The population density was 989.8 PD/sqmi. There were 88 housing units at an average density of 437.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.47% White, 2.01% Native American, 0.50% from other races, and 4.02% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.01% of the population.

There were 73 households, out of which 27.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.4% were married couples living together, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.3% were non-families. 20.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% 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 3.05.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 32.7% under the age of 18, 5.0% from 18 to 24, 24.1% from 25 to 44, 22.6% from 45 to 64, and 15.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.1 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $21,750, and the median income for a family was $23,472. Males had a median income of $29,167 versus $23,333 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,274. About 19.1% of families and 14.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.7% of those under the age of eighteen and 12.9% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Lincoln USD 298 public school district.

Beverly schools were closed through school unification. The Beverly High School mascot was Bobcats.

Notable people

 * Donald K. Ross, World War II Medal of Honor recipient was born in Beverly.

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Lincoln Center, Kansas

Lincoln Center, more commonly known as Lincoln, is a city in and the county seat of Lincoln County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,171.

History
Settler George Green founded the town of Lincoln in 1870, naming it after the county. "Center" was added to its name to indicate its location in the central part of the county. County residents initially voted to place the county seat in Lincoln Center. Elections in November 1870 resulted in the seat relocating to nearby Abram, sparking a county seat war. Another vote in February 1872 reversed the switch, and Lincoln Center again became the county seat. Residents relocated all the buildings in Abram to Lincoln, merging the two communities. The town was incorporated as the city of Lincoln Center in 1879, and is officially referred to as such in the United States Census. Both the city government and local chamber of commerce refer to the city as Lincoln, and it appears as such on state maps and signs.

Lincoln grew rapidly over the following decade, more than doubling in size, and the city gradually modernized. Kansas Christian College opened in Lincoln in 1885. The Union Pacific Railroad opened a branch line through the city in 1886, bringing mail service. In 1900, after the previous courthouse burned down, a new one was built out of native limestone known locally as post rock. Rural mail delivery began in 1904, and telephony service began in 1905. In 1906, the city's first power plant opened, providing electric power. Beginning in the 1920s, the mechanization of agriculture reduced the need for farm work and gradually commercial farming operations consolidated family farms resulting in a reduction in the population. By 1950, the state highway commission had completed K-14 and K-18 through Lincoln.

In 1989, given the widespread, long-standing use of post rock limestone in local building construction, the Kansas Legislature named Lincoln County as "The Post Rock Capital of Kansas".

Geography
The city lies on the north side of the Saline River in the Smoky Hills region of the Great Plains. Yauger Creek, a tributary of the Saline River, flows south along the eastern edge of the city to its confluence with the Saline immediately south of the city. The confluence of the Saline and Lost Creek, another of the river's tributaries, is located immediately southwest of the city. Located at the intersection of Kansas Highway 14 (K-14) and Kansas Highway 18 (K-18) in north-central Kansas, Lincoln is 101 mi northwest of Wichita, 190 mi west of Kansas City, and 371 mi east-southeast of Denver.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.24 sqmi, all of it land.

Climate
Lying in the southern periphery of North America's humid continental climate (Köppen Dfa), Lincoln experiences hot, humid summers and cold, dry winters. The hottest temperature recorded in Lincoln was 119 F on July 13, 1934, while the coldest temperature recorded was -27 F on December 23, 1989.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 1,171 people, 522 households, and 296 families in Lincoln Center. The population density was 935.3 per square mile (361.1/km$2$). There were 671 housing units at an average density of 535.9 per square mile (206.9/km$2$). The racial makeup was 89.75% (1,051) white or European American (86.68% non-Hispanic white), 0.51% (6) black or African-American, 0.26% (3) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.68% (8) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 3.67% (43) from other races, and 5.12% (60) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 8.45% (99) of the population.

Of the 522 households, 24.3% had children under the age of 18; 41.0% were married couples living together; 31.4% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 37.4% 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 2.2 and the average family size was 3.1. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 13.3% of the population.

23.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 20.1% from 25 to 44, 23.1% from 45 to 64, and 27.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.4 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 116.9 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $42,857 (with a margin of error of +/- $6,193) and the median family income was $65,114 (+/- $10,517). Males had a median income of $36,250 (+/- $6,718) versus $21,827 (+/- $10,882) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $30,859 (+/- $3,636). Approximately, 1.4% of families and 9.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.0% of those under the age of 18 and 6.9% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 1,297 people, 576 households, and 324 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,049.4 PD/sqmi. There were 734 housing units at an average density of 593.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.6% White, 1.1% American Indian, 0.3% African American, 0.1% Asian, 0.8% from some other race, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanics and Latinos of any race were 2.8% of the population.

There were 576 households, of which 24.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.2% were married couples living together, 9.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 43.8% were non-families. 40.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.16, and the average family size was 2.95.

The median age in the city was 44.9 years. 25.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.4% were from 25 to 44; 25.1% were from 45 to 64; and 24.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.6% male and 53.4% female.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,308, and the median income for a family was $47,679. Males had a median income of $33,650 versus $28,438 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,949. About 13.0% of families and 15.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.6% of those under age 18 and 5.7% of those age 65 or over.

Government
Lincoln is a city of the second class with a mayor-council form of government. The city council consists of five members, and it meets on the second Monday of each month.

As the county seat, Lincoln is the administrative center of Lincoln County. The county courthouse is located downtown, and all departments of the county government base their operations in the city.

Lincoln lies within Kansas's 1st U.S. Congressional District. For the purposes of representation in the Kansas Legislature, the city is located in the 35th district of the Kansas Senate and the 107th district of the Kansas House of Representatives.

Primary and secondary education
The community is served by Lincoln USD 298 public school district, which operates two public schools in Lincoln: Lincoln Elementary School (Grades Pre-K-5) and Lincoln Junior/Senior High School (6-12).

Transportation
Lincoln sits immediately south of the intersection of Kansas state highways K-14, which runs north-south through the city, and K-18, which wraps around the northern and eastern edges of the city.

Lincoln Municipal Airport, a general aviation facility, is located roughly a mile northwest of the city on K-18.

A line of the Kansas & Oklahoma Railroad runs through the west side of the city.

Media
Lincoln has one weekly newspaper, The Lincoln Sentinel-Republican.

Notable people
Notable individuals who were born in and/or have lived in Lincoln include:
 * William Baker (1831-1910), U.S. Representative from Kansas
 * Jessa Crispin (1978- ), book critic
 * Don Wendell Holter (1905-1999), Methodist bishop
 * Daniel Ray Hull (1890-1964), landscape architect
 * Martin Johnson (1884-1937), adventurer, explorer, and documentary filmmaker
 * Jack Knight (1893-1945), Aviation pioneer
 * Bessie Anderson Stanley (1879-1952), poet
 * Uncas A. Whitaker (1900-1975), engineer, entrepreneur

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Sylvan Grove, Kansas

Sylvan Grove is a city in Lincoln County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 291.

History
Sylvan Grove was founded in 1877, at the site where a mill had been built in 1875. The city was named for twin sylvan groves near the original town site.

The Evangelical Lutheran School (at 38 N. Indiana St) and the Sylvan Grove Union Pacific Depot (131 S. Main St) are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.37 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, Sylvan Grove has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 279 people, 138 households, and 88 families living in the city. The population density was 754.1 PD/sqmi. There were 192 housing units at an average density of 518.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.6% White, 0.7% Native American, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 138 households, of which 22.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.4% were married couples living together, 12.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.2% were non-families. 35.5% 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 2.02 and the average family size was 2.58.

The median age in the city was 46.9 years. 22.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.7% were from 25 to 44; 35.1% were from 45 to 64; and 20.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.6% male and 48.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 324 people, 157 households, and 88 families living in the city. The population density was 876.5 PD/sqmi. There were 195 housing units at an average density of 527.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.91% White, 1.85% Native American, 0.93% from other races, and 0.31% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.54% of the population.

There were 157 households, out of which 21.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.4% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 43.9% were non-families. 40.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 24.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.06 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.0% under the age of 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 23.1% from 25 to 44, 23.5% from 45 to 64, and 27.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,188, and the median income for a family was $36,375. Males had a median income of $20,962 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,684. About 13.5% of families and 17.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.4% of those under age 18 and 6.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Sylvan–Lucas USD 299 public school district.

School unification consolidated Sylvan Grove schools with Hunter and Vesper schools to form Sylvan Unified schools in 1966. In 2010, school unification combined Sylvan Unified with Lucas-Luray schools to form USD 299, Sylvan-Lucas Unified schools. Sylvan-Lucas Unified is located in Sylvan Grove.

The Sylvan Grove High School mascot was the Mustangs. Sylvan Unified and Sylvan-Lucas Unified mascot has been the Mustangs since unification.

Libraries
The Sylvan Grove Public Library was organized in the fall of 1925 by the Tuesday Club. The first library was housed in a central room above the Sylvan State Bank. In 1938, the city took over the library and it was moved to a southeast corner room of the bank. In 1949, a fund-raiser was held to purchase several hundred books. On December 1, 1956, the library was moved to its present location in City Hall.

title: Sylvan Grove, Kansas


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Blue Mound, Kansas

Blue Mound is a city in Linn County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 219.

History
Blue Mound was laid out in 1882. It was named by its first postmaster, John Q. Adams, because its elevation is said to look blue from a distance.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.63 sqmi, all of it land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 219 people, 95 households, and 50 families in Blue Mound. The population density was 344.3 per square mile (132.9/km$2$). There were 125 housing units at an average density of 196.5 per square mile (75.9/km$2$). The racial makeup was 90.41% (198) white or European American (88.58% non-Hispanic white), 0.91% (2) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.46% (1) from other races, and 8.22% (18) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 2.28% (5) of the population.

Of the 95 households, 23.2% had children under the age of 18; 38.9% were married couples living together; 31.6% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 33.7% of households consisted of individuals and 17.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.7 and the average family size was 2.1. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 6.8% of the population.

23.3% of the population was under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 22.4% from 25 to 44, 26.5% from 45 to 64, and 21.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43.9 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.5 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 110.0 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates the median family income was $42,083 (+/- $15,738). Males had a median income of $31,125 (+/- $4,217) versus $20,568 (+/- $10,250) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $25,938 (+/- $9,562). Approximately, 25.5% of families and 35.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 31.1% of those under the age of 18 and 25.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 275 people, 111 households, and 75 families residing in the city. The population density was 436.5 PD/sqmi. There were 125 housing units at an average density of 198.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.5% White, 0.4% African American, 0.4% Native American, and 1.8% from two or more races.

There were 111 households, of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.9% were married couples living together, 5.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.4% were non-families. 27.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the city was 38.1 years. 25.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.4% were from 25 to 44; 28.3% were from 45 to 64; and 13.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.5% male and 49.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 277 people, 116 households, and 69 families residing in the city. The population density was 437.0 PD/sqmi. There were 136 housing units at an average density of 214.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.56% White, 0.72% Native American, and 0.72% from two or more races.

There were 116 households, out of which 32.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.6% were married couples living together, 6.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.7% were non-families. 37.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 24.1% 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 3.16.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.3% under the age of 18, 6.5% from 18 to 24, 24.5% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 18.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $21,364, and the median income for a family was $41,500. Males had a median income of $32,083 versus $15,313 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,650. About 12.5% of families and 18.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.0% of those under the age of eighteen and 17.8% of those 65 or over.

title: Blue Mound, Kansas


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La Cygne, Kansas

La Cygne (pronounced ) is a city in Linn County, Kansas, United States, and situated along the Marais des Cygnes River. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,050. The city is named after the Marais des Cygnes River which is a French translation of an Osage appellation meaning "marsh of the swans".

History
La Cygne was founded in 1869 as soon as the people were assured of the building of a track for the Missouri River, Ft. Scott & Gulf Railroad. A town company was organized and purchased 1400 acre of land, but had only 140 acre laid out as a town site. La Cygne was incorporated on January 14, 1870, and a board of trustees was appointed. In the fall of that year the town had grown so that it had inhabitants enough to organize as a city of the third class, and F. A. Foote was elected the first mayor. The first school was taught in 1869 in Cady's hall. It was a private subscription school and was kept open until 1870, when the public school house was built. It was a commodious two-story brick building containing the graded and high schools. The Methodist church organized in 1870 and soon after built a house of worship. The Presbyterian church was organized the same year but had no building for a year afterward.

At an early date La Cygne became a manufacturing point. A flour mill was built in 1870; a bank was started in 1871; the La Cygne organ factory was another early commercial enterprise, but it did not flourish. In 1881 a coal mine was opened, after which it became an important point for the industry. The first newspaper in the town was the Weekly Journal, which first appeared in June 1870.

The suspicious death of Alonzo Brooks in 2004 was featured in the fourth episode "No Ride Home" of the fifteenth season of Unsolved Mysteries TV series in 2020.

Geography
La Cygne is situated on the east bank of the Marais des Cygnes River and only a few miles southwest of the city of Linn Valley. It is four miles (6 km) west of U.S. Route 69 on K-152; La Cygne Lake is east of US-69. A track for BNSF Railway passes through the city. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.53 sqmi, of which, 1.51 sqmi is land and 0.02 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, La Cygne has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 1,050 people, 430 households, and 258 families in La Cygne. The population density was 687.2 per square mile (265.3/km$2$). There were 502 housing units at an average density of 328.5 per square mile (126.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 93.14% (978) white or European American (90.48% non-Hispanic white), 0.67% (7) black or African-American, 0.67% (7) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.29% (3) from other races, and 5.24% (55) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.0% (42) of the population.

Of the 430 households, 29.8% had children under the age of 18; 42.1% were married couples living together; 27.7% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 35.1% of households consisted of individuals and 16.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.2 and the average family size was 2.5. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 5.3% of the population.

25.1% of the population was under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 23.7% from 25 to 44, 23.9% from 45 to 64, and 18.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39.2 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 99.5 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $40,000 (with a margin of error of +/- $25,072) and the median family income was $52,411 (+/- $20,829). Males had a median income of $50,305 (+/- $19,069) versus $25,234 (+/- $12,507) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $31,994 (+/- $7,090). Approximately, 22.5% of families and 22.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.7% of those under the age of 18 and 43.9% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,149 people, 454 households, and 303 families residing in the city. The population density was 760.9 PD/sqmi. There were 517 housing units at an average density of 342.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.3% White, 0.6% African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.

There were 454 households, of which 34.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.8% were married couples living together, 10.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.3% were non-families. 29.3% 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 2.53 and the average family size was 3.08.

The median age in the city was 37 years. 28.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.5% were from 25 to 44; 24.3% were from 45 to 64; and 17.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.3% male and 52.7% female.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 1,115 people, 459 households, and 294 families residing in the city. The population density was 800.4 PD/sqmi. There were 507 housing units at an average density of 363.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.68% White, 1.43% Native American, 0.27% Black or African American, 0.27% Asian, 0.27% from other races, and 1.08% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.72% of the population.

There were 459 households, out of which 31.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.4% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.9% were non-families. 30.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 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, 27.7% from 25 to 44, 21.8% from 45 to 64, and 17.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $34,479, and the median income for a family was $44,118. Males had a median income of $30,900 versus $19,803 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,880. About 5.0% of families and 9.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.9% of those under age 18 and 23.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Prairie View USD 362 public school district with four schools serving more than 1,000 students. The four schools located in the school district are:
 * La Cygne Elementary School, grades PreK–5
 * Parker Elementary School, grades PreK-5
 * Prairie View Middle School, grades 6–8
 * Prairie View High School, grades 9–12

The Prairie View High School mascot is Prairie View Buffalos. Prior to school unification, the La Cygne High School mascot was La Cygne Indians.

Notable people

 * Alonzo Brooks (1980-2004), victim of a suspected homicide. He was visiting from Gardner.
 * Ezra Foot (1809–1885), first mayor of La Cygne and Wisconsin politician
 * John Robinson (born 1943), serial killer, con man, embezzler, kidnapper, forger

title: La Cygne, Kansas


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Linn Valley, Kansas

Linn Valley is a city in Linn County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 956.

History
Linn Valley had its start in the 1970s as a planned community centered around a lake. It was incorporated as a city in 1998.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.97 sqmi, of which, 2.72 sqmi is land and 0.25 sqmi is water. All but about 200 acre of the City is within the private closed community of Linn Valley Lakes.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 956 people, 457 households, and 299 families in Linn Valley. The population density was 323.2 per square mile (124.8/km$2$). There were 637 housing units at an average density of 215.3 per square mile (83.1/km$2$). The racial makeup was 90.79% (868) white or European American (89.64% non-Hispanic white), 1.46% (14) black or African-American, 1.36% (13) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.1% (1) Asian, 0.21% (2) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.94% (9) from other races, and 5.13% (49) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 3.14% (30) of the population.

Of the 457 households, 16.6% had children under the age of 18; 53.4% were married couples living together; 18.4% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 28.4% of households consisted of individuals and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.9 and the average family size was 2.5. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 16.2% of the population.

14.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 11.7% from 25 to 44, 42.1% from 45 to 64, and 26.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 55.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.7 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 92.5 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $55,938 (with a margin of error of +/- $14,104) and the median family income was $75,875 (+/- $12,716). Males had a median income of $57,000 (+/- $11,001) versus $35,250 (+/- $6,417) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $41,976 (+/- $9,603). Approximately, 5.5% of families and 15.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.5% of those under the age of 18 and 25.4% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 804 people, 360 households, and 255 families residing in the city. The population density was 295.6 PD/sqmi. There were 697 housing units at an average density of 256.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.1% White, 0.1% African American, 1.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.4% of the population.

There were 360 households, of which 21.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.7% were married couples living together, 6.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.2% were non-families. 27.5% 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 2.23 and the average family size was 2.65.

The median age in the city was 50.9 years. 18.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.9% were from 25 to 44; 33.3% were from 45 to 64; and 25.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.7% male and 47.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 562 people, 238 households, and 178 families residing in the city. The population density was 221.7 PD/sqmi. There were 415 housing units at an average density of 163.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.02% White, 1.60% African American, 0.53% Native American, 0.18% Asian, 0.36% from other races, and 2.31% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.56% of the population.

There were 238 households, out of which 19.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.2% were married couples living together, 2.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.2% were non-families. 19.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 2.67.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 19.9% under the age of 18, 5.2% from 18 to 24, 21.2% from 25 to 44, 32.7% from 45 to 64, and 21.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 112.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,094, and the median income for a family was $34,500. Males had a median income of $30,972 versus $24,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,479. About 5.1% of families and 8.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.4% of those under age 18 and 7.1% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Prairie View USD 362 public school district.

title: Linn Valley, Kansas


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Mound City, Kansas

Mound City is a city in and the county seat of Linn County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 647.

History
Mound City was founded in 1855. It was named from Sugar Mound nearby, a hill covered with sugar maple trees.

During the Civil War, a military post was established at Mound City. On October 25, 1864, Mound City was attacked twice by Confederates retreating south after their defeat at the Battle of Westport. The military post was closed and abandoned in June 1865 after the end of the war.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.27 sqmi, of which, 1.07 sqmi is land and 0.20 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, Mound City has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 647 people, 285 households, and 183 families in Mound City. The population density was 559.7 per square mile (216.1/km$2$). There were 317 housing units at an average density of 274.2 per square mile (105.9/km$2$). The racial makeup was 92.89% (601) white or European American (91.5% non-Hispanic white), 0.93% (6) black or African-American, 0.77% (5) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.15% (1) Asian, 0.15% (1) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.93% (6) from other races, and 4.17% (27) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 3.55% (23) of the population.

Of the 285 households, 26.0% had children under the age of 18; 46.0% were married couples living together; 28.8% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 31.9% of households consisted of individuals and 14.7% 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 2.5. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 23.0% of the population.

23.2% of the population was under the age of 18, 4.5% from 18 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 25.5% from 45 to 64, and 22.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43.4 years. For every 100 females, there were 112.1 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 115.2 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $34,688 (with a margin of error of +/- $13,964) and the median family income was $57,500 (+/- $15,751). Males had a median income of $41,484 (+/- $7,672) versus $22,212 (+/- $5,991) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $34,479 (+/- $13,050). Approximately, 18.1% of families and 16.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.6% of those under the age of 18 and 6.7% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 694 people, 297 households, and 177 families residing in the city. The population density was 648.6 PD/sqmi. There were 351 housing units at an average density of 328.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.8% White, 1.0% African American, 0.6% Native American, 1.0% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.

There were 297 households, of which 26.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.8% were married couples living together, 5.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.4% were non-families. 36.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.93.

The median age in the city was 40.6 years. 22.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.5% were from 25 to 44; 25.1% were from 45 to 64; and 19.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.7% male and 52.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 821 people, 331 households, and 219 families residing in the city. The population density was 659.9 PD/sqmi. There were 354 housing units at an average density of 284.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.20% White, 1.46% African American, 0.12% Native American, 0.24% Pacific Islander, and 0.97% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.85% of the population.

There were 331 households, out of which 28.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.1% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.8% were non-families. 31.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.8% under the age of 18, 6.5% from 18 to 24, 23.8% from 25 to 44, 21.4% from 45 to 64, and 22.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,795, and the median income for a family was $39,265. Males had a median income of $26,500 versus $23,203 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,407. About 7.5% of families and 10.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.7% of those under age 18 and 15.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Jayhawk USD 346 public school district.

Prior to school unification, the Mound City High School mascot was Eagles.

title: Mound City, Kansas


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Parker, Kansas

Parker is a city in Linn County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 241.

History
Parker was laid out about 1889. It was named for J.W. Parker, who owned the town site.

The first post office in Parker was established in December 1888.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 241 people, 89 households, and 55 families in Parker. The population density was 857.7 per square mile (331.1/km$2$). There were 100 housing units at an average density of 355.9 per square mile (137.4/km$2$). The racial makeup was 91.29% (220) white or European American (89.63% non-Hispanic white), 2.49% (6) black or African-American, 0.41% (1) Native American or Alaska Native, 1.24% (3) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.83% (2) from other races, and 3.73% (9) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.56% (11) of the population.

Of the 89 households, 33.7% had children under the age of 18; 50.6% were married couples living together; 16.9% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 29.2% of households consisted of individuals and 11.2% 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 3.2. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 9.5% of the population.

26.1% of the population was under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 30.7% from 25 to 44, 23.7% from 45 to 64, and 13.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38.3 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.2 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 91.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $81,528 (with a margin of error of +/- $25,336) and the median family income was $96,591 (+/- $25,531). Males had a median income of $76,205 (+/- $13,376) versus $20,179 (+/- $6,671) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $46,250 (+/- $15,685). Approximately, 3.9% of families and 4.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.5% of those under the age of 18 and 17.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 277 people, 100 households, and 66 families residing in the city. The population density was 1025.9 PD/sqmi. There were 115 housing units at an average density of 425.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.9% White, 0.4% from other races, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.4% of the population.

There were 100 households, of which 42.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.0% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.0% were non-families. 26.0% 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 2.77 and the average family size was 3.39.

The median age in the city was 30 years. 33.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 29.7% were from 25 to 44; 18.4% were from 45 to 64; and 10.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.3% male and 47.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 281 people, 96 households, and 67 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,018.1 PD/sqmi. There were 109 housing units at an average density of 394.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.51% White, 0.36% from other races, and 2.14% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.36% of the population.

There were 96 households, out of which 43.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.4% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.2% were non-families. 24.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.93 and the average family size was 3.59.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 34.9% under the age of 18, 9.6% from 18 to 24, 31.3% from 25 to 44, 11.4% from 45 to 64, and 12.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,531, and the median income for a family was $30,625. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,110. About 19.2% of families and 23.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 21.1% of those 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Prairie View USD 362 public school district.

Parker High School closed through school unification. The Parker Panthers won the Kansas State High School boys class B Track & Field championship in 1959.

Notable people

 * Sam Brownback - former U.S. Senator and 46th Governor of Kansas.

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Pleasanton, Kansas

Pleasanton is a city in Linn County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,208.

History
In 1864, General Alfred Pleasonton defeated the Confederates in the Battle of Mine Creek near present-day Pleasanton. This battle, involving 25,000 men, resulted in a Union victory which ended the threat of Confederate invasion in Kansas.

Pleasanton had its start in the year 1869 by the building of the Kansas City, Fort Scott & Memphis Railroad through that territory. It was named in honor of General Alfred Pleasonton, though the city name is spelled differently.

The first post office in Pleasanton was established in August 1869.

Pleasanton's first church, namely the Fairmount Church, was constructed in 1884. On April 27, 2014 the church was destroyed by an EF2 tornado which also severely damaged the town's cemetery.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.05 sqmi, of which 1.80 sqmi is land and 0.25 sqmi is water.

Pleasanton is approximately 67 mi south of Kansas City.

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

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 1,208 people, 489 households, and 287 families in Pleasanton. The population density was 579.9 per square mile (223.9/km$2$). There were 567 housing units at an average density of 272.2 per square mile (105.1/km$2$). The racial makeup was 92.47% (1,117) white or European American (90.98% non-Hispanic white), 0.33% (4) black or African-American, 0.33% (4) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.25% (3) from other races, and 6.62% (80) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 2.4% (29) of the population.

Of the 489 households, 31.3% had children under the age of 18; 41.5% were married couples living together; 30.7% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 35.0% of households consisted of individuals and 18.0% 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 2.8. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 13.8% of the population.

27.4% of the population was under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 21.7% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 18.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38.7 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.6 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 113.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $41,615 (with a margin of error of +/- $8,868) and the median family income was $62,768 (+/- $7,680). Males had a median income of $32,560 (+/- $5,008) versus $25,809 (+/- $6,030) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $30,038 (+/- $4,904). Approximately, 8.0% of families and 16.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.0% of those under the age of 18 and 37.3% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,216 people, 528 households, and 324 families residing in the city. The population density was 675.6 PD/sqmi. There were 607 housing units at an average density of 337.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.0% White, 0.7% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.9% of the population.

There were 528 households, of which 30.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.0% were married couples living together, 13.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.6% were non-families. 34.8% 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 2.30 and the average family size was 2.97.

The median age in the city was 38 years. 26.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.7% were from 25 to 44; 24.1% were from 45 to 64; and 17.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.1% male and 54.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,387 people, 562 households, and 384 families residing in the city. The population density was 846.8 PD/sqmi. There were 617 housing units at an average density of 376.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.76% White, 0.65% African American, 0.50% Native American, 0.07% Asian, 0.14% from other races, and 0.87% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.65% of the population.

There were 562 households, out of which 30.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.0% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.5% were non-families. 26.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 2.99.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.9% under the age of 18, 10.6% from 18 to 24, 24.4% from 25 to 44, 22.1% from 45 to 64, and 16.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $25,714, and the median income for a family was $32,014. Males had a median income of $24,917 versus $18,333 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,309. About 18.8% of families and 21.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.5% of those under age 18 and 12.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by Pleasanton USD 344 public school district.
 * Pleasanton High School, mascot the "Blu-Jays".
 * Pleasanton Public Library

Museums

 * Pleasanton Antique Car Museum
 * Linn County Museum
 * Carpenter's Ol' Iron Motorcycle Museum

Media

 * Linn County Newspaper
 * KPIO-FM 93.7 - Religious Network

Local networks that serve the Linn County, Kansas area include KCTV 5, Kansas City 41 Action News, KMBC-TV, WDAF-TV, The Four States Network, and KTWU-Topeka.

Notable people

 * Carl Hall - executed for kidnapping and murder in the 1953 Kidnapping of Bobby Greenlease
 * Julius Holmes - Assistant Secretary of State and United States Ambassador to Iran
 * Stephen Johnson - music video director; graduated from Pleasanton High School

title: Pleasanton, Kansas