Beattie, Kansas facts for kids
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Beattie, Kansas
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Location within Marshall County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Marshall |
| Platted | 1870 |
| Incorporated | 1884 |
| Named for | Armstrong Beattie |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.23 sq mi (0.59 km2) |
| • Land | 0.23 sq mi (0.59 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,326 ft (404 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 197 |
| • Density | 857/sq mi (334/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66406
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-04900 |
| GNIS ID | 2394097 |
Beattie is a small city located in Marshall County, Kansas, in the United States. In 2020, about 197 people lived there. Beattie is sometimes known as "The Milo Capital of the World" because it's a big area for growing milo, a type of grain. They even have a special "Beattie Milo Festival" every year!
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A Look Back in Time
Beattie was first planned out in 1870. It got its name from Armstrong Beattie, who was the eighth Mayor of St. Joseph, Missouri. The city's first post office opened in July 1871.
Where is Beattie?
Beattie is a small city. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers about 0.23 square miles (0.59 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
Who Lives in Beattie?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 270 | — | |
| 1890 | 648 | 140.0% | |
| 1900 | 633 | −2.3% | |
| 1910 | 497 | −21.5% | |
| 1920 | 452 | −9.1% | |
| 1930 | 434 | −4.0% | |
| 1940 | 389 | −10.4% | |
| 1950 | 321 | −17.5% | |
| 1960 | 314 | −2.2% | |
| 1970 | 288 | −8.3% | |
| 1980 | 316 | 9.7% | |
| 1990 | 221 | −30.1% | |
| 2000 | 277 | 25.3% | |
| 2010 | 200 | −27.8% | |
| 2020 | 197 | −1.5% | |
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Beattie's Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census found that 197 people lived in Beattie. Most of the people, about 90.86%, were white. There were also small numbers of black, Native American, and people of two or more races. About 2.54% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Beattie was about 47.5 years old. Around 19.3% of the people were under 18. About 20.3% were 65 years or older.
Beattie's Population in 2010
In the census of 2010, there were 200 people living in Beattie. Most residents, 95%, were White. There were also small percentages of African American, Native American, and other races. About 3.5% of the people were Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in 2010 was 49.5 years. About 14% of the residents were under 18. Around 16% were 65 years or older.
Schools in Beattie
Students in Beattie attend public schools managed by the Marysville USD 364 school district.
See also
In Spanish: Beattie (Kansas) para niños
