Delia, Kansas facts for kids
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Delia, Kansas
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Location within Jackson County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Jackson |
| Founded | 1905 |
| Platted | 1905 |
| Incorporated | 1918 |
| Named for | Delia Cunningham |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.12 sq mi (0.30 km2) |
| • Land | 0.12 sq mi (0.30 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 974 ft (297 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 151 |
| • Density | 1,260/sq mi (503/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66418
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-17525 |
| GNIS ID | 2394502 |
Delia is a small city located in Jackson County, Kansas, in the United States. In 2020, about 151 people lived there.
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History of Delia
Delia was first planned and mapped out in 1905. A person named David Cunningham founded the town. He decided to name it after his mother, Delia Cunningham.
The city's first post office opened in January 1906. It served the community for many years before closing in November 2017.
Geography of Delia
Delia is a very small city. According to the United States Census Bureau, its total area is about 0.11 square miles (0.30 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 244 | — | |
| 1930 | 269 | 10.2% | |
| 1940 | 222 | −17.5% | |
| 1950 | 164 | −26.1% | |
| 1960 | 163 | −0.6% | |
| 1970 | 168 | 3.1% | |
| 1980 | 181 | 7.7% | |
| 1990 | 172 | −5.0% | |
| 2000 | 179 | 4.1% | |
| 2010 | 169 | −5.6% | |
| 2020 | 151 | −10.7% | |
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Delia is part of the larger Topeka, Kansas Metropolitan Statistical Area. This means it's connected to the Topeka area for things like jobs and services.
2020 Census Information
The 2020 United States census found 151 people living in Delia. There were 59 households and 44 families. The city had about 1,313 people per square mile.
Most of the people (about 75%) were white. About 13% were Native American. A small number of people were black or from other racial backgrounds. About 5% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
In the households, about 36% had children under 18. Most households (59%) were married couples. About 19% of households had just one person living there. The average household had 2.2 people.
The median age in Delia was 37.8 years old. About 27% of the people were under 18. About 20% were 65 or older.
2010 Census Information
In 2010, the city had 169 people. There were 52 households and 40 families. The population density was about 1,536 people per square mile.
Most residents (85.8%) were White. About 10.7% were Native American. A small group (3.6%) identified as two or more races. About 1.8% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 48% of households had children under 18. Most households (65.4%) were married couples living together. The average household had 3.25 people.
The median age was 33.5 years. About 31% of residents were under 18. About 9% were 65 or older.
Education in Delia
Students in Delia attend schools in the Kaw Valley USD 321 public school district. This district provides education for the community.
Notable People from Delia
- David Bawden, a religious figure.
See also
In Spanish: Delia (Kansas) para niños
