Alta Vista, Kansas facts for kids
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Alta Vista, Kansas
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Fourth of July Parade (1905)
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Location within Wabaunsee County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Wabaunsee |
| Founded | 1887 |
| Incorporated | 1905 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.35 sq mi (0.90 km2) |
| • Land | 0.35 sq mi (0.90 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,453 ft (443 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 409 |
| • Density | 1,169/sq mi (454.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66834
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-01575 |
| GNIS ID | 2393931 |
Alta Vista is a city in Wabaunsee County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 409.
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History
Alta Vista was founded in 1887, and it was incorporated as a city in 1905. Alta Vista is derived from the Spanish word for "high view", and the city was so named from its lofty elevation.
In 1887, the Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway built a main line from Topeka through Alta Vista to Herington. The Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railway was foreclosed in 1891 and taken over by Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway, which shut down in 1980 and reorganized as Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas Railroad, merged in 1988 with Missouri Pacific Railroad, merged in 1997 with Union Pacific Railroad. Most locals still refer to this railroad as the "Rock Island".
The first post office in Alta Vista was established in March 1887.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.36 square miles (0.93 km2), 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, Alta Vista has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.
Demographics
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 499 | — | |
| 1920 | 484 | −3.0% | |
| 1930 | 436 | −9.9% | |
| 1940 | 461 | 5.7% | |
| 1950 | 420 | −8.9% | |
| 1960 | 400 | −4.8% | |
| 1970 | 402 | 0.5% | |
| 1980 | 430 | 7.0% | |
| 1990 | 477 | 10.9% | |
| 2000 | 442 | −7.3% | |
| 2010 | 444 | 0.5% | |
| 2020 | 409 | −7.9% | |
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Alta Vista is part of the Topeka, Kansas Metropolitan Statistical Area.
2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 409 people, 182 households, and 116 families in Alta Vista. The population density was 1,171.9 per square mile (452.5/km2). There were 202 housing units at an average density of 578.8 per square mile (223.5/km2). The racial makeup was 92.91% (380) white or European American (90.71% non-Hispanic white), 0.73% (3) black or African-American, 1.22% (5) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.47% (6) from other races, and 3.67% (15) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 4.4% (18) of the population.
Of the 182 households, 28.0% had children under the age of 18; 51.6% were married couples living together; 23.6% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 30.8% of households consisted of individuals and 15.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.1 and the average family size was 2.6. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 8.3% of the population.
23.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 23.0% from 45 to 64, and 20.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37.9 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.5 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 104.6 males.
The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $39,205 (with a margin of error of +/- $6,168) and the median family income was $48,750 (+/- $23,089). Males had a median income of $31,442 (+/- $6,656) versus $30,417 (+/- $8,760) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $31,023 (+/- $5,440). Approximately, 12.3% of families and 23.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 38.1% of those under the age of 18 and 21.3% of those ages 65 or over.
2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 444 people, 189 households, and 128 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,233.3 inhabitants per square mile (476.2/km2). There were 211 housing units at an average density of 586.1 per square mile (226.3/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 98.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.3% of the population.
There were 189 households, of which 32.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.9% were married couples living together, 10.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.3% were non-families. 28.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.80.
The median age in the city was 41.5 years. 25% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.4% were from 25 to 44; 29.7% were from 45 to 64; and 15.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.3% male and 47.7% female.
Education
The community is served by Morris County USD 417 public school district.
Alta Vista High School was closed through school unification. The Alta Vista High School mascot was Bulldogs.
Infrastructure
Transportation
Alta Vista is served by the Union Pacific Railroad, formerly the Southern Pacific, and prior, the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad. Alta Vista is located on UP's Golden State main line to El Paso, Texas. The line was originally built by the Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska Railroad.
See also
In Spanish: Alta Vista (Kansas) para niños
