Esbon, Kansas facts for kids
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Esbon, Kansas
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Location within Jewell County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Jewell |
| Founded | 1870s |
| Platted | 1873 |
| Incorporated | 1904 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.28 sq mi (0.73 km2) |
| • Land | 0.28 sq mi (0.73 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,834 ft (559 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 69 |
| • Density | 246/sq mi (94.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66941
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-21600 |
| GNIS ID | 2394700 |
Esbon is a small city located in Jewell County, Kansas, in the United States. It's a quiet place with a friendly community. According to the 2020 census, 69 people live in Esbon.
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History of Esbon
Esbon was first planned out in 1873. It officially became a city in 1904.
The first post office in Esbon opened in January 1874. This helped people send and receive letters and packages.
Esbon was also an important stop for shipping goods on the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad. This railway helped the town grow.
Geography of Esbon
Esbon is a small city, covering about 0.28 square miles (0.73 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
The town is located about 2.5 miles north of U.S. Route 36. It is also 13 miles west of Mankato, which is the main town in Jewell County.
Population Changes in Esbon
The number of people living in Esbon has changed over many years. Here's a look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 347 | — | |
| 1920 | 375 | 8.1% | |
| 1930 | 319 | −14.9% | |
| 1940 | 292 | −8.5% | |
| 1950 | 278 | −4.8% | |
| 1960 | 237 | −14.7% | |
| 1970 | 206 | −13.1% | |
| 1980 | 234 | 13.6% | |
| 1990 | 167 | −28.6% | |
| 2000 | 148 | −11.4% | |
| 2010 | 99 | −33.1% | |
| 2020 | 69 | −30.3% | |
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Esbon's Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census found that 69 people lived in Esbon. These people lived in 44 households, and 25 of these were families.
Most people in Esbon, about 92.75%, identified as white. A small number of people identified as Native American or Asian, or from two or more races.
About 10.1% of the population was under 18 years old. Many residents were older, with 34.8% being 65 years or older. The average age in Esbon was about 58.5 years.
Esbon's Population in 2010
In the census of 2010, there were 99 people living in Esbon. They lived in 52 households.
Most people were White, but there were also people who identified as African American, Native American, or from two or more races.
About 19.2% of the people were under 18 years old. Many people, about 30.3%, were 65 years or older. The average age was 52.3 years.
Religious Buildings in Esbon
The community of Esbon has a few churches:
- Sacred Heart, which is a Roman Catholic church.
- A United Methodist Church.
- A Church of Christ.
Esbon's Economy
The main business in Esbon is a grain elevator. This is a tall building used to store grain from farms. It is located at the north end of Grand Avenue.
Farming is the most important job for people living in the area around Esbon.
Education in Esbon
Esbon is part of the Rock Hills USD 107 public school district. This district serves students in the area and is based in Mankato.
The Rock Hills USD 107 district was created in 2006. It combined two older school districts: White Rock USD 104 and Mankato USD 278. The mascot for Rock Hills High School is the Grizzlies.
Esbon used to have its own elementary and high school until 1983. The mascot for Esbon High School was the Esbon Tigers.
The Esbon Tigers boys' track and field team won the state championship in 1947. This was a big achievement for the school!
In 1983, the schools in Esbon and Burr Oak joined together to form White Rock schools. Esbon became home to White Rock Middle School. The elementary and high schools for White Rock were in Burr Oak. The White Rock High School mascot was the Eagles.
See also
In Spanish: Esbon (Kansas) para niños
