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Edson, Kansas
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 Edson, Kansas
Location in Kansas
Edson, Kansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Sherman |
| Named for | Ed Harris & Son |
| Elevation | 3,566 ft (1,087 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 17 |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
67733
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-19925 |
| GNIS ID | 471252 |
Edson is an unincorporated community in Sherman County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the community and nearby areas was 17. Edson is located near Interstate 70, 9 miles (14 km) east of Goodland.
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History
Edson was named for settler Ed Harris, and his son. The first post office in Edson was established in 1888.
Edson was a station and shipping point on the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad.
Climate
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Edson has a semi-arid climate, abbreviated "BSk" on climate maps.
Demographics
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| 2020 | 17 | — | |
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For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined this community as a census-designated place (CDP).
Education
The community is served by Goodland USD 352 public school district.
Edson schools were closed through school unification. The Edson Rockets won the Kansas State High School boys class BB Track & Field championship in 1965.
