Barnard, Kansas facts for kids
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Barnard, Kansas
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Location within Lincoln County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Lincoln |
| Founded | 1888 |
| Incorporated | 1905 |
| Named for | J.F. Barnard |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.22 sq mi (0.58 km2) |
| • Land | 0.22 sq mi (0.58 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,316 ft (401 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 64 |
| • Density | 291/sq mi (110.3/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67418
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-04225 |
| GNIS ID | 472511 |
Barnard is a small city located in Lincoln County, Kansas, United States. In 2020, the city had a population of 64 people.
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History of Barnard
Barnard was first settled in 1888. This happened when a railroad line, built by the Chicago, Kansas & Western Railroad Company, reached the area. The city was officially made a city (incorporated) in 1904.
Barnard got its name from J.F. Barnard, who was an employee of the railroad company. Later, in 1901, another big railroad company, the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway, took over the Chicago, Kansas & Western Railroad. In 1983, the railroad decided to stop using the train line that went through Barnard.
Geography and Climate
Where is Barnard?
Barnard is a small city. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 0.22 square miles (0.58 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
Barnard's Weather
The weather in Barnard has hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, it's often shown as "Cfa."
People of Barnard
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 425 | — | |
| 1920 | 359 | −15.5% | |
| 1930 | 416 | 15.9% | |
| 1940 | 306 | −26.4% | |
| 1950 | 242 | −20.9% | |
| 1960 | 205 | −15.3% | |
| 1970 | 190 | −7.3% | |
| 1980 | 163 | −14.2% | |
| 1990 | 129 | −20.9% | |
| 2000 | 123 | −4.7% | |
| 2010 | 70 | −43.1% | |
| 2020 | 64 | −8.6% | |
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Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 64 people living in Barnard. There were 34 households and 18 families. Most of the people, about 86%, were white. About 12.5% of the population identified as being from two or more races.
In terms of age, about 3.1% of the people were under 18 years old. The largest age group was 65 years or older, making up 37.5% of the population. The average age in the city was 60.0 years.
Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 70 people living in Barnard. All of the residents were White.
About 10% of the residents were under 18 years old. The largest group, 45.6%, was between 45 and 64 years old. The average age was 49.3 years. More males lived in the city than females, with 60% being male and 40% female.
Economy
Barnard has very few businesses or services left. The city currently has a post office and a small grocery store.
Education
The public schools in Barnard are part of the Lincoln USD 298 school district.
Barnard used to have its own schools, but they closed in 1966. This happened because of a school unification program. The high school sports teams in Barnard were called the "Cardinals."
See also
In Spanish: Barnard (Kansas) para niños
