Caldwell, Kansas facts for kids
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Caldwell, Kansas
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Location within Sumner County and Kansas
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Kansas | |
| County | Sumner | |
| Founded | 1871 | |
| Incorporated | 1879 | |
| Named for | Alexander Caldwell | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 1.07 sq mi (2.77 km2) | |
| • Land | 1.07 sq mi (2.77 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 1,152 ft (351 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,025 | |
| • Density | 958/sq mi (370.0/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP code |
67022
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| Area code | 620 | |
| FIPS code | 20-09900 | |
| GNIS ID | 485550 | |
Caldwell is a city located in Sumner County, Kansas, United States. In 2020, about 1,025 people lived there. It's a small city with a rich history.
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History of Caldwell
Long ago, before European settlers arrived, Native American people lived near what is now Caldwell. Archeologists have found clues about their lives at a place called the Buresh site.
Caldwell was started in 1871. It was named after Senator Alexander Caldwell. The city officially became a city in 1879. The first post office opened in May 1871. The famous Chisholm Trail, used for driving cattle, ran right by the east side of the community from 1867 to 1871.
In 1887, a railroad line was built through Caldwell. This line connected many towns in Kansas and even went down to Texas. People in Caldwell often called this railroad the "Rock Island."
Caldwell: Ornate Box Turtle Capital
In 1985, a 6th-grade class in Caldwell did something amazing! Their teacher, Larry Miller, helped them start a project to make the ornate box turtle the official state reptile of Kansas. They worked hard and got support from all over the country.
On April 14, 1986, the governor of Kansas came to their school. He signed the bill that made the ornate box turtle a new state symbol. This was a big win for the students!
During the annual Homecoming celebration in 1986, Caldwell's mayor made a special announcement. He declared that Caldwell would forever be known as the "Ornate Box Turtle Capital of the World." A few years later, an artist painted a large picture of an ornate box turtle on a building downtown.
Geography and Climate
Caldwell covers an area of about 1.09 square miles (2.77 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Caldwell's Weather
The weather in Caldwell has hot, humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
Population of Caldwell
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 1,005 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,642 | 63.4% | |
| 1900 | 1,574 | −4.1% | |
| 1910 | 2,205 | 40.1% | |
| 1920 | 2,191 | −0.6% | |
| 1930 | 2,046 | −6.6% | |
| 1940 | 1,962 | −4.1% | |
| 1950 | 2,000 | 1.9% | |
| 1960 | 1,788 | −10.6% | |
| 1970 | 1,540 | −13.9% | |
| 1980 | 1,401 | −9.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,351 | −3.6% | |
| 2000 | 1,284 | −5.0% | |
| 2010 | 1,068 | −16.8% | |
| 2020 | 1,025 | −4.0% | |
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How Many People Live Here?
The 2020 United States census showed that 1,025 people lived in Caldwell. There were 469 households, which are groups of people living together.
About 22.3% of the people were under 18 years old. About 24.5% were 65 years old or older. The average age in Caldwell was 42.8 years.
Education in Caldwell
Students in Caldwell go to schools in the Caldwell USD 360 public school district. The city also has the historic Caldwell Carnegie Library.
Getting Around Caldwell
The Caldwell Municipal Airport is a small airport located just east of the city center. It is used for public flights.
Fun Things to See and Do
- Chisholm Trail Markers: These show where the famous cattle trail used to be.
- Ghost Rider Silhouettes: Artworks that look like cowboys on horses.
- Caldwell Carnegie Library: A beautiful old library building.
Events in Caldwell
Caldwell hosts several community events throughout the year:
- Lighted Christmas Parade
- Oktoberfest
- Chisholm Trail Festival
Famous People from Caldwell
- Gladys Anderson Emerson: A scientist, educator, and historian.
- Byron Berline: A very talented fiddle player.
- The Dinning Sisters: A group of singers.
- Max Showalter: An actor and musician.
See also
In Spanish: Caldwell (Kansas) para niños
