Enterprise, Kansas facts for kids
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Enterprise, Kansas
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Northern end of Enterprise (2007)
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Location within Dickinson County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Dickinson |
| Founded | 1868 |
| Platted | 1872 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.68 sq mi (1.77 km2) |
| • Land | 0.67 sq mi (1.74 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,152 ft (351 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 708 |
| • Density | 1,041/sq mi (400.0/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67441
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-21425 |
| GNIS ID | 2394695 |
Enterprise is a small city in Dickinson County, Kansas, United States. In 2020, about 708 people lived there.
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History of Enterprise
The first people settled in the area of Enterprise in 1868. The town was officially "laid out," or planned, in 1872. It got its name from the "enterprising" spirit of the early settlers. This means they were very active and ready to take on new challenges.
Early Beginnings
The first post office in Enterprise opened in January 1873. This helped people send and receive mail. In 1883, a group called the Enterprise Town Company was formed. They had $50,000 to help the town grow. They elected leaders like V. P. Wilson and C. Hoffman.
Railroads and Transportation
Trains were very important for Enterprise. In 1867, the Kansas Pacific Railroad reached Dickinson County. They built a short track to connect Enterprise to their main line. This made it easier to move goods and people.
Later, in 1886, the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad built another line. This line helped connect Enterprise to grain elevators and flour mills in Salina. Today, a part of this track is still used by the Abilene and Smoky Valley. This is a special heritage railroad that offers fun train rides.
In 1887, the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway also built a line through Enterprise. This railroad later joined with another company in 1996. It is now called the BNSF Railway. But many local people still call it the "Santa Fe."
A Famous Visitor
On January 23, 1901, a well-known leader named Carrie Nation visited Enterprise. She was part of a movement that wanted to stop people from selling alcohol. She and her followers protested at a place that sold alcohol in the city.
Geography and Climate
Enterprise is a small city. The United States Census Bureau says it covers about 0.66 square miles (1.71 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.
Local Climate
The weather in Enterprise has hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, it is often shown as "Cfa."
Population Information
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 411 | — | |
| 1890 | 804 | 95.6% | |
| 1900 | 798 | −0.7% | |
| 1910 | 706 | −11.5% | |
| 1920 | 975 | 38.1% | |
| 1930 | 764 | −21.6% | |
| 1940 | 671 | −12.2% | |
| 1950 | 795 | 18.5% | |
| 1960 | 1,015 | 27.7% | |
| 1970 | 868 | −14.5% | |
| 1980 | 839 | −3.3% | |
| 1990 | 865 | 3.1% | |
| 2000 | 836 | −3.4% | |
| 2010 | 855 | 2.3% | |
| 2020 | 708 | −17.2% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Every ten years, the United States counts its population. This is called a census. It helps us learn about the people living in a city.
2020 Census Details
In the 2020 United States census, 708 people lived in Enterprise. There were 271 households, which are groups of people living together. About 188 of these were families.
Most people (about 89%) were white. A small number of people were from other racial backgrounds. About 5% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
- About 34% of households had children under 18.
- Almost half (49%) were married couples.
- About 25% of households had just one person living there.
The average age in Enterprise was 40.3 years. About 24% of the people were between 25 and 44 years old.
2010 Census Details
The census in 2010 counted 855 people in Enterprise. There were 294 households.
- About 38% of households had children under 18.
- Most households (56%) were married couples.
- About 22% of households had only one person.
The average age in 2010 was 34.9 years. About 28% of residents were under 18.
Education in Enterprise
Students in Enterprise go to schools in the Chapman USD 473 public school district. The high school mascot for Chapman is the Chapman Fighting Irish.
Enterprise is proud to say it was the first town in Kansas to offer kindergarten. The old Enterprise High School is now closed because of school unification. Its mascot used to be the Enterprise Bulldogs.
See also
In Spanish: Enterprise (Kansas) para niños
