Clearwater, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Clearwater, Kansas
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Typical windmill street sign found throughout Clearwater
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Location within Sedgwick County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Sedgwick |
| Founded | 1870 |
| Platted | 1872 |
| Incorporated | 1885 |
| Named for | Water |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.94 sq mi (5.02 km2) |
| • Land | 1.94 sq mi (5.02 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,286 ft (392 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,653 |
| • Density | 1,368/sq mi (528.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67026
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-13925 |
| GNIS ID | 474315 |
Clearwater is a city in Sedgwick County, Kansas, United States. In 2020, about 2,653 people lived there.
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History of Clearwater
Clearwater was first settled in 1870. It became an official city in 1872. The community got its name from the nearby Ninnescah River. The word "Ninnescah" comes from the Osage Indian language. It means "clear water" or "good water."
The first post office in Clearwater opened in 1871. Until 1894, its name was spelled "Clear Water." The famous Chisholm Trail, used for moving cattle, ran near the city from 1867 to 1871.
Where is Clearwater?
Clearwater is located southwest of Wichita, Kansas. Its exact location is 37°30′20″N 97°30′5″W / 37.50556°N 97.50139°W. The city covers an area of about 1.87 square miles (4.84 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Clearwater's Population
Clearwater has grown quite a bit over the years. Here's how its population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 408 | — | |
| 1900 | 368 | −9.8% | |
| 1910 | 569 | 54.6% | |
| 1920 | 647 | 13.7% | |
| 1930 | 669 | 3.4% | |
| 1940 | 591 | −11.7% | |
| 1950 | 647 | 9.5% | |
| 1960 | 1,073 | 65.8% | |
| 1970 | 1,435 | 33.7% | |
| 1980 | 1,684 | 17.4% | |
| 1990 | 1,875 | 11.3% | |
| 2000 | 2,178 | 16.2% | |
| 2010 | 2,481 | 13.9% | |
| 2020 | 2,653 | 6.9% | |
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Population in 2020
In 2020, the 2020 United States census counted 2,653 people living in Clearwater. There were 934 households and 689 families. Most people, about 90.88%, were white. About 7.2% of the population identified as two or more races.
About 30.1% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age in the city was 35.8 years.
Population in 2010
In 2010, the city had 2,481 people. There were 908 households. Most residents, about 97.2%, were white.
About 29.6% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age was 35.8 years.
Education in Clearwater
Students in Clearwater attend schools in the Clearwater USD 264 public school district.
Famous People from Clearwater
- Raymond Goertz, a roboticist (someone who designs robots)
- Cara Gorges, who was Miss Kansas USA in 2007
- Logan Mize, a country music artist
See also
In Spanish: Clearwater (Kansas) para niños
