Atlanta, Kansas facts for kids
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Atlanta, Kansas
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Location within Cowley County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Cowley |
| Founded | 1885 |
| Incorporated | 1903 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.48 sq mi (1.24 km2) |
| • Land | 0.48 sq mi (1.24 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,424 ft (434 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 168 |
| • Density | 350/sq mi (135.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67008
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-03050 |
| GNIS ID | 2394016 |
Atlanta is a small city located in Cowley County, Kansas, in the United States. According to the 2020 census, the city had a population of 168 people.
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History of Atlanta
Atlanta was founded in 1885. The first post office in Atlanta opened its doors on August 14, 1885. This helped people send and receive mail. The city was officially incorporated in 1903.
Geography and Climate
Where is Atlanta, Kansas?
Atlanta is located in Kansas. The United States Census Bureau says the city covers about 0.50 square miles (1.24 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
What is Atlanta's Climate Like?
The weather in Atlanta has hot and humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, it is often shown as "Cfa."
Population Information
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 330 | — | |
| 1920 | 379 | 14.8% | |
| 1930 | 348 | −8.2% | |
| 1940 | 286 | −17.8% | |
| 1950 | 309 | 8.0% | |
| 1960 | 267 | −13.6% | |
| 1970 | 216 | −19.1% | |
| 1980 | 256 | 18.5% | |
| 1990 | 232 | −9.4% | |
| 2000 | 255 | 9.9% | |
| 2010 | 195 | −23.5% | |
| 2020 | 168 | −13.8% | |
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2020 Census Details
The 2020 United States census counted 168 people living in Atlanta. There were 71 households and 41 families. Most residents, about 93.45%, were white. About 1.79% were Native American. Around 4.76% were from two or more races. About 2.38% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 16.9% of households had children under 18. The average household had 1.8 people. The average family had 2.2 people. The median age in the city was 43.7 years. This means half the people were younger and half were older than 43.7.
2010 Census Details
In the census of 2010, Atlanta had 195 people. There were 75 households and 56 families. The population density was about 390 people per square mile. Most residents, 83.1%, were White. About 4.1% were Native American. Around 13.3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 33.3% of households had children under 18. The average household size was 2.60 people. The average family size was 3.04 people. The median age in the city was 40.4 years. About 27.7% of residents were under 18. About 19.5% were 65 years or older.
Education in Atlanta
The local public schools are part of the Central USD 462 school district. Atlanta used to have its own high school, Atlanta High School. Its mascot was the Tigers. However, the high school closed due to school unification.
Notable People
Glenn Cunningham, a famous Olympic-medalist runner, was born in Atlanta.
See also
In Spanish: Atlanta (Kansas) para niños
