Bern, Kansas facts for kids
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Bern, Kansas
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Location within Nemaha County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Nemaha |
| Incorporated | 1910 |
| Named for | Bern, Switzerland |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.28 sq mi (0.74 km2) |
| • Land | 0.28 sq mi (0.74 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,270 ft (390 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 161 |
| • Density | 575/sq mi (217.6/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66408
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-06275 |
| GNIS ID | 2394147 |
Bern is a small city in Nemaha County, Kansas, United States. In 2020, about 161 people lived there.
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The Story of Bern
Bern started in the late 1880s. This was when a railroad was built through the area. Swiss immigrants named the city. They named it after Bern, which is the capital city of Switzerland.
Where is Bern Located?
Bern is located in Kansas. Its exact spot is 39°57′44″N 95°58′19″W / 39.96222°N 95.97194°W. The city covers a total area of about 0.29 square miles (0.74 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
How Many People Live in Bern?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 306 | — | |
| 1940 | 236 | −22.9% | |
| 1950 | 216 | −8.5% | |
| 1960 | 206 | −4.6% | |
| 1970 | 191 | −7.3% | |
| 1980 | 220 | 15.2% | |
| 1990 | 190 | −13.6% | |
| 2000 | 204 | 7.4% | |
| 2010 | 166 | −18.6% | |
| 2020 | 161 | −3.0% | |
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Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 161 people in Bern. There were 66 homes and 39 families. Most residents, about 90%, were white. About 3% were from other races. About 5% were from two or more races.
About 27% of homes had children under 18. More than half, 53%, were married couples. The average age in Bern was 38.8 years old.
Population in 2010
In 2010, 166 people lived in Bern. There were 81 homes. About 91% of the people were white. About 3% were Native American. Another 3% were from other races.
The average age in Bern was 43.5 years. About 19% of residents were under 18. About 20% were 65 or older.
Schools in Bern
The Prairie Hills USD 113 public school district serves the community. This district was created in 2010. It was formed by joining two older school districts. The school board decided to close Bern Elementary and High School.
Famous Person from Bern
- Herman F. Krueger was from Bern. He was a Speaker of the Wyoming House of Representatives. This means he was a leader in the Wyoming state government.
See also
In Spanish: Bern (Kansas) para niños
