Deerfield, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Deerfield, Kansas
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Old Highway 50 in Deerfield (2015)
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Location within Kearny County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Kearny |
| Founded | 1885 |
| Incorporated | 1907 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.48 sq mi (1.25 km2) |
| • Land | 0.48 sq mi (1.25 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,950 ft (900 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 711 |
| • Density | 1,481/sq mi (568.8/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67838
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-17225 |
| GNIS ID | 2394490 |
Deerfield is a small city in Kearny County, Kansas, United States. It is located along Highway 50. In 2020, about 711 people lived there.
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History of Deerfield
Deerfield was first settled in 1885. It became an official city in 1907. This means it got its own local government.
Geography and Climate
Where is Deerfield Located?
Deerfield is a small place covering about 0.47 square miles (1.25 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
What is Deerfield's Climate Like?
Deerfield has a semi-arid climate. This means it is usually dry. It gets some rain, but not a lot.
People of Deerfield
How Many People Live in Deerfield?
The population of Deerfield has changed over the years. Here is how it has grown:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 152 | — | |
| 1920 | 284 | 86.8% | |
| 1930 | 325 | 14.4% | |
| 1940 | 356 | 9.5% | |
| 1950 | 440 | 23.6% | |
| 1960 | 442 | 0.5% | |
| 1970 | 474 | 7.2% | |
| 1980 | 538 | 13.5% | |
| 1990 | 677 | 25.8% | |
| 2000 | 884 | 30.6% | |
| 2010 | 700 | −20.8% | |
| 2020 | 711 | 1.6% | |
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Who Lives in Deerfield? (2020 Census)
In 2020, 711 people lived in Deerfield. There were 235 households, which are groups of people living together. Many different backgrounds make up the community. About half of the people were white. Many people were also of Hispanic or Latino background.
Families in Deerfield often have children. The average household had about 4 people. The average family had about 5 people. The median age in Deerfield was about 30 years old. This means half the people were younger and half were older.
Education
Schools in Deerfield
The Deerfield USD 216 public school district serves the community. This district provides education for students in Deerfield.
See also
In Spanish: Deerfield (Kansas) para niños
