Edna, Kansas facts for kids
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Edna, Kansas
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Location within Labette County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Labette |
| Founded | 1870s |
| Platted | 1886 |
| Incorporated | 1892 |
| Named for | Edna Gragory |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.39 sq mi (1.02 km2) |
| • Land | 0.39 sq mi (1.02 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 978 ft (298 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 388 |
| • Density | 995/sq mi (380.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67342
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-19900 |
| GNIS ID | 469311 |
Edna is a small city located in Labette County, Kansas, in the United States. According to the 2020 census, about 388 people live there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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History of Edna
The story of Edna began in the 1870s. The very first store in the area opened its doors in 1876. A few years later, in April 1878, the first post office was set up, making it easier for people to send and receive mail.
How Edna Got Its Name
The town of Edna was officially planned out, or platted, in the summer of 1886. This happened when the railroad tracks were extended to reach that spot. The city was named in 1876 after a child named Edna Gragery.
Community Milestones
The Edna Public Library, an important place for learning and reading, first opened its doors in 1950.
Geography and Climate
Edna is located at 37°3′34″N 95°21′31″W / 37.05944°N 95.35861°W. This means it's in the southeastern part of Kansas. The city covers a total area of about 0.36 square miles (0.93 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the city limits.
Edna's Weather Patterns
The climate in Edna is known as a humid subtropical climate. This means the area has hot and often muggy summers. The winters are usually mild to cool, not extremely cold.
Population and People
The number of people living in Edna has changed over the years. Here's a look at how the population has grown and shrunk since the late 1800s:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 26 | — | |
| 1890 | 321 | 1,134.6% | |
| 1900 | 374 | 16.5% | |
| 1910 | 489 | 30.7% | |
| 1920 | 500 | 2.2% | |
| 1930 | 502 | 0.4% | |
| 1940 | 507 | 1.0% | |
| 1950 | 422 | −16.8% | |
| 1960 | 442 | 4.7% | |
| 1970 | 418 | −5.4% | |
| 1980 | 537 | 28.5% | |
| 1990 | 438 | −18.4% | |
| 2000 | 423 | −3.4% | |
| 2010 | 442 | 4.5% | |
| 2020 | 388 | −12.2% | |
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Population in 2020
In 2020, the 2020 United States census counted 388 people living in Edna. There were 153 households, which means 153 different homes where people lived. About 101 of these were families.
Most of the people in Edna, about 82%, were white. Some people were Native American, and a small number were black or from two or more races. About 1.3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Age Groups in Edna
The population of Edna includes people of all ages. About 27% of the people were under 18 years old. Around 21% were 65 years old or older. The average age in the city was about 41.3 years.
Education in Edna
The public schools in Edna are part of the Labette County USD 506 school district. This district serves the community's students.
Edna used to have its own high school, called Edna High School. Its mascot was the Pirates. However, this high school was closed as part of a school unification process.
See also
In Spanish: Edna (Kansas) para niños
