Douglass, Kansas facts for kids
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Douglass, Kansas
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Location within Butler County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Butler |
| Founded | 1869 |
| Incorporated | 1879 |
| Named for | Joseph Douglass |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.06 sq mi (2.75 km2) |
| • Land | 1.06 sq mi (2.75 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,204 ft (367 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,555 |
| • Density | 1,467/sq mi (565.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67039
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| Area code | 316 |
| FIPS code | 20-18400 |
| GNIS ID | 2394553 |
Douglass is a small city located in Butler County, Kansas, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,555 people lived there.
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History of Douglass
How Douglass Started
The first people settled in Douglass in 1869. The city is named after its founder, Joseph W. Douglass. He was a store owner.
In 1879, Douglass officially became a city. This meant it could have its own local government.
Railroad History
In 1877, a railroad company built a train line from Florence to El Dorado. This line was extended to Douglass in 1881. Later, it went all the way to Arkansas City.
The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway company used this line. It helped connect many towns in Kansas. Part of the line was no longer used after 1942.
Modern Times
In 2010, a large oil pipeline called the Keystone-Cushing Pipeline was built. It runs about 1.8 miles west of Douglass. This pipeline helps move oil across the country.
Geography and Climate
Where Douglass is Located
Douglass covers about 1.08 square miles of land. It is located in Butler County, Kansas.
Weather in Douglass
The weather in Douglass is known for its hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
People of Douglass
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 369 | — | |
| 1890 | 737 | 99.7% | |
| 1900 | 755 | 2.4% | |
| 1910 | 657 | −13.0% | |
| 1920 | 1,010 | 53.7% | |
| 1930 | 804 | −20.4% | |
| 1940 | 760 | −5.5% | |
| 1950 | 729 | −4.1% | |
| 1960 | 1,058 | 45.1% | |
| 1970 | 1,126 | 6.4% | |
| 1980 | 1,450 | 28.8% | |
| 1990 | 1,722 | 18.8% | |
| 2000 | 1,813 | 5.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,700 | −6.2% | |
| 2020 | 1,555 | −8.5% | |
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Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 1,555 people living in Douglass. There were 595 households, which are groups of people living together.
About 31% of the people were under 18 years old. Around 15.8% were 65 years or older. The average age in the city was 35.4 years.
Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 1,700 people living in Douglass. There were 625 households.
About 29.9% of the people were under 18 years old. Around 12.3% were 65 years or older.
Education
Students in Douglass attend schools in the Douglass USD 396 public school district.
Famous People from Douglass
- Monty Beisel (born 1978), a football player in the NFL.
- William Couch (1850–1890), a leader in the Oklahoma Boomer Movement. He was also the first mayor of what became Oklahoma City.
- James Durham (1881–1949), a baseball pitcher in Major League Baseball.
- Phyllis Haver (1899–1960), an actress from the silent film era.
- George Hill (1895–1934), a film director and camera person during the silent film era.
See also
In Spanish: Douglass (Kansas) para niños
