Coyville, Kansas facts for kids
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Coyville, Kansas
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Community center in Coyville (2015)
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Location within Wilson County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Wilson |
| Platted | 1886 |
| Incorporated | 1906 |
| Named for | Oscar Coy |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.27 sq mi (0.70 km2) |
| • Land | 0.27 sq mi (0.70 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 879 ft (268 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 60 |
| • Density | 222/sq mi (86/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
66727, 66736
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-16150 |
| GNIS ID | 2393658 |
Coyville is a small city in Wilson County, Kansas, in the United States. It's a quiet place with a population of 60 people, according to the 2020 census.
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History of Coyville
Coyville was officially started in 1886. This happened when the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway built its train tracks to this area. The town was named after Oscar Coy. He owned a store and was the very first postmaster (the person in charge of the post office) back in 1866.
Today, Coyville is a very small community. It has a vehicle-body repair shop and a community hall. There is also a church and a cemetery. Most of the roads in Coyville are made of white gravel.
Geography and Climate
Where is Coyville Located?
Coyville is located in Wilson County, Kansas. The United States Census Bureau says the city covers about 0.28 square miles (0.70 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
Understanding Coyville's Climate
The weather in Coyville has hot, humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, it's often shown as "Cfa." This means it gets plenty of rain all year round.
Population and Demographics
Coyville's Population Over Time
The population of Coyville has changed quite a bit over the years. Here's a look at how many people have lived there during different census years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 227 | — | |
| 1920 | 232 | 2.2% | |
| 1930 | 196 | −15.5% | |
| 1940 | 175 | −10.7% | |
| 1950 | 106 | −39.4% | |
| 1960 | 133 | 25.5% | |
| 1970 | 93 | −30.1% | |
| 1980 | 98 | 5.4% | |
| 1990 | 78 | −20.4% | |
| 2000 | 71 | −9.0% | |
| 2010 | 46 | −35.2% | |
| 2020 | 60 | 30.4% | |
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Recent Population Details (2020 Census)
In 2020, the 2020 United States census counted 60 people living in Coyville. There were 24 households and 17 families. The population density was about 223 people per square mile. Most of the people living in Coyville were white.
About 13% of the population was under 18 years old. A larger group, about 37%, was 65 years old or older. The average age in Coyville was 59 years.
See also
In Spanish: Coyville (Kansas) para niños
