Buhler, Kansas facts for kids
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Buhler, Kansas
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Location within Reno County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Reno |
| Founded | 1888 |
| Incorporated | 1913 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.71 sq mi (1.85 km2) |
| • Land | 0.71 sq mi (1.85 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,486 ft (453 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,325 |
| • Density | 1,866/sq mi (716.2/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67522
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-09200 |
| GNIS ID | 2393460 |
Buhler is a small city located in Reno County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, about 1,325 people live there. Buhler is known for its quiet community and local schools.
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History of Buhler, Kansas
The first post office in Buhler opened in 1888. This was the same year the city was founded.
Many of the first families to settle in Buhler were Mennonites. They came from Russia in the 1880s, seeking new homes.
City Seal Redesign
In 2012, the city of Buhler received a letter about its city seal. Some people felt the seal's design might not follow the rules about government and religion.
After looking into it, the city decided to change the seal. They wanted to avoid any legal problems. In 2013, they held a contest to create a new city seal. The new design would not include any specific religious symbols.
Geography of Buhler
Buhler is a small city in terms of land area. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers about 0.72 square miles (1.85 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water.
Population Facts for Buhler
Buhler's population has grown over the years. In 1920, about 486 people lived there. By 2020, the population had grown to 1,325 people.
Who Lives in Buhler?
The 2020 United States census showed that most people in Buhler are white. About 91.47% of the population identified as white. A smaller number of people identified as black, Native American, Asian, or other races. About 5.28% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many households in Buhler are married couples living together. About 34.8% of households have children under 18. The average household has about 2.3 people.
Age Groups in Buhler
The median age in Buhler in 2020 was 39.5 years old. This means half the people were younger and half were older.
About 27.5% of the population was under 18 years old. About 24.2% of the population was 65 years or older.
Education in Buhler
The local public schools in Buhler are part of the Buhler USD 313 school district. The main office for the school district is located right in Buhler.
The district has six schools in total. Two of these schools are located within the city of Buhler:
- Buhler High School: This school serves students from 9th to 12th grade.
- Buhler Grade School: This school is for younger students, from PreK to 5th grade.
Notable People from Buhler
- Katharina Schellenberg: She was a Mennonite medical missionary.
See also
In Spanish: Buhler (Kansas) para niños
