Edmond, Kansas facts for kids
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Edmond, Kansas
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Location within Norton County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Norton |
| Founded | 1870s |
| Incorporated | 1916 |
| Named for | Jack Edmond |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.17 sq mi (0.43 km2) |
| • Land | 0.17 sq mi (0.43 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,133 ft (650 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 28 |
| • Density | 165/sq mi (65.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67645
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-19875 |
| GNIS ID | 2394623 |
Edmond is a small city located in Norton County, Kansas, in the United States. According to the 2020 census, only 28 people live there, making it a very small community.
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The Story of Edmond
Edmond has a history that goes back to the 1870s. It even had its own post office for a long time, from the 1870s until 1996. The city got its name from a person named Jack Edmond. He offered to provide flour for the community, and in return, they named the city after him!
Where is Edmond?
Edmond is a very small place in terms of size. The United States Census Bureau says the city covers about 0.17 square miles (0.43 square kilometers). That's not very big at all, and all of it is land, with no lakes or rivers inside the city limits.
Who Lives in Edmond?
The number of people living in Edmond has changed a lot over the years. Back in 1920, there were 213 people. By 2020, the population had become much smaller, with only 28 residents.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 213 | — | |
| 1930 | 197 | −7.5% | |
| 1940 | 180 | −8.6% | |
| 1950 | 110 | −38.9% | |
| 1960 | 91 | −17.3% | |
| 1970 | 90 | −1.1% | |
| 1980 | 56 | −37.8% | |
| 1990 | 37 | −33.9% | |
| 2000 | 47 | 27.0% | |
| 2010 | 49 | 4.3% | |
| 2020 | 28 | −42.9% | |
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Edmond in 2020
In 2020, there were 28 people living in Edmond. These people lived in 12 different homes, and 8 of those homes were families. Most of the people were white, and a small number were Native American or from two or more races.
About a quarter of the homes had children under 18. Half of the homes were married couples. The average age of people in Edmond was 49 years old. There were slightly more males than females.
Edmond in 2010
In 2010, there were 49 people living in Edmond. Most of the people were white, with a small number being Native American.
About 26% of the homes had children under 18. Most homes were married couples living together. The average age was 43.5 years. About 20% of the residents were under 18.
Schools in Edmond
The public schools in Edmond are part of the Norton USD 211 school district.
See also
In Spanish: Edmond (Kansas) para niños
