Bushong, Kansas facts for kids
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Bushong, Kansas
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Old Store and Garage in Bushong (2009)
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Location within Lyon County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Lyon |
| Incorporated | 1923 |
| Named for | Doc Bushong |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.15 sq mi (0.39 km2) |
| • Land | 0.15 sq mi (0.39 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,385 ft (422 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 27 |
| • Density | 180/sq mi (69.2/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66833
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-09675 |
| GNIS ID | 2393479 |
Bushong is a small city located in Lyon County, Kansas, in the United States. It is a quiet place with a small population. As of the 2020 census, only 27 people lived there.
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Bushong's History
The city of Bushong started as a "whistle-stop" for the Missouri Pacific Railroad. A whistle-stop was a small town where trains would briefly stop and blow their whistle. It was first called Weeks.
In 1886, the city changed its name to honor a famous baseball player. His name was Albert J. "Doc" Bushong. He was a catcher for the St. Louis Browns team.
How Bushong Got Its Name
The St. Louis Browns won the 1886 World Series against the Chicago White Stockings. To celebrate, the Missouri Pacific Railroad named some of their train stations after the winning players. Doc Bushong played in every game of the series. He was even at bat when the winning run was scored in Game Six. Bushong is the only city still named after a player from that 1886 World Series.
Cold War Connection
During the Cold War, Bushong was an important location. From 1961 to 1965, it was home to a special defense site. This site was part of the 548th Strategic Missile Squadron.
Where is Bushong Located?
Bushong is a very small city in terms of size. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers about 0.15 square miles (0.39 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Who Lives in Bushong?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 193 | — | |
| 1940 | 135 | −30.1% | |
| 1950 | 93 | −31.1% | |
| 1960 | 51 | −45.2% | |
| 1970 | 39 | −23.5% | |
| 1980 | 62 | 59.0% | |
| 1990 | 57 | −8.1% | |
| 2000 | 55 | −3.5% | |
| 2010 | 34 | −38.2% | |
| 2020 | 27 | −20.6% | |
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Bushong is part of the Emporia area. This area is known as the Emporia Micropolitan Statistical Area.
Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 27 people living in Bushong. There were 16 households and 12 families. Most of the people living in Bushong were white. About 11% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average household had about 1.7 people. Many households were married couples living together. The median age in Bushong was 54.8 years old. This means half the people were older than 54.8 and half were younger.
Population in 2010
In the census of 2010, there were 34 people living in Bushong. There were 12 households and 10 families. All of the residents were White.
About 41.7% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average household size was 2.83 people. The median age in the city was 33 years. This shows that the population has gotten older over time.
Education in Bushong
Students in Bushong attend schools in the North Lyon County USD 251 public school district. The main office for this district is in Americus.
Local Schools
- Northern Heights High School is located east of Allen. Their sports teams are called the Wildcats.
- The NLC Elementary School is in Americus.
- The NLC Early Learning Center, which is a preschool, is also in Americus.
Getting Around Bushong
U.S. Route 56 is a main road located about 1 mile (1.6 km) north of Bushong. If you need to get on the Kansas Turnpike, the closest exit is about 12.5 miles (20.1 km) east of Bushong. You can reach it by taking U.S. Route 56.
See also
In Spanish: Bushong para niños
