Atwood, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Atwood, Kansas
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City and County seat
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Rawlins County Courthouse (2010)
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Location within Rawlins County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Rawlins |
| Founded | 1875 |
| Incorporated | 1885 |
| Named for | Attwood Matheny |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.12 sq mi (2.91 km2) |
| • Land | 1.06 sq mi (2.75 km2) |
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.16 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,854 ft (870 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,290 |
| • Density | 1,152/sq mi (443.3/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67730
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-03150 |
| GNIS ID | 2394021 |
Atwood is a city in Rawlins County, Kansas, United States. It is also the county seat, which means it's the main town where the county government is located. In 2020, about 1,290 people lived in Atwood.
History
Atwood was founded in 1875 by T.A. Andrews and J.M. Matheny. They started the town about two miles east of where it is today. The city was originally named Attwood (with two "t"s). It was named after Attwood Matheny, who was 14 years old at the time. He traveled with his father when they started the town.
In 1882, the U.S. Post Office asked to change the spelling. They wanted to drop one "t," so the name became Atwood. In 1881, Atwood became the official county seat of Rawlins County.
Geography
Atwood is located in Kansas. The city covers a total area of about 1.10 square miles (2.85 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 1.04 square miles (2.69 square kilometers). A small part, about 0.06 square miles (0.16 square kilometers), is water.
Climate
Atwood has a semi-arid climate. This means it's usually dry, but not a desert. It gets some rain, but not a lot. This type of climate is often found in the middle of continents.
People Living in Atwood
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 450 | — | |
| 1900 | 486 | 8.0% | |
| 1910 | 680 | 39.9% | |
| 1920 | 919 | 35.1% | |
| 1930 | 1,106 | 20.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,408 | 27.3% | |
| 1950 | 1,613 | 14.6% | |
| 1960 | 1,906 | 18.2% | |
| 1970 | 1,658 | −13.0% | |
| 1980 | 1,665 | 0.4% | |
| 1990 | 1,388 | −16.6% | |
| 2000 | 1,279 | −7.9% | |
| 2010 | 1,194 | −6.6% | |
| 2020 | 1,290 | 8.0% | |
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2020 Census Information
In 2020, the census counted 1,290 people living in Atwood. There were 557 households and 324 families. Most people were white, making up about 87.21% of the population. About 9.46% of the people were Hispanic or Latino.
About 28% of households had children under 18 years old. Many households (43.4%) were married couples. About 37.5% of households were single individuals. About 18.5% of households had someone living alone who was 65 or older.
The average age in Atwood was 42.4 years. About 23.3% of the population was under 18. About 26.4% of the population was 65 or older.
2010 Census Information
In 2010, there were 1,194 people living in Atwood. There were 568 households. Most residents (97.2%) were White. About 2.9% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 20.2% of households had children under 18. Many households (43.0%) were married couples. The average age in the city was 50.9 years. About 20.3% of residents were under 18. About 28.6% were 65 or older.
Fun Places to Visit
- Rawlins County Historical Museum, located at 308 State Street.
- Shirley Opera House (NRHP), found at 503 Main Street. This building is on the list of important historical places.
Local Events
- Rawlins County Fair, which happens every year in July.
Schools
The public schools in Atwood are part of the Rawlins County USD 105 school district. This district was created in 2003.
Atwood has two schools:
- Rawlins County Junior/Senior High School
- Rawlins County Elementary School
Getting Around
Roads
Two main highways, US-36 and K-25, meet in Atwood.
Trains
The Nebraska Kansas Colorado Railway line goes through Atwood.
Airport
- Atwood-Rawlins County City-County Airport (airport code: KADT) is nearby.
Famous People From Atwood
- Mike Hayden, who was the 41st Governor of Kansas from 1987 to 1990.
- Ted Uhlaender, a professional Major League Baseball player. He played for teams like the Minnesota Twins and Cincinnati Reds from 1965 to 1972.
See also
In Spanish: Atwood (Kansas) para niños
