Everest, Kansas facts for kids
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Everest, Kansas
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Location within Brown County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Brown |
| Founded | 1882 |
| Incorporated | 1882 |
| Named for | Aaron Everest |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.25 sq mi (0.64 km2) |
| • Land | 0.25 sq mi (0.64 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,148 ft (350 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 265 |
| • Density | 1,060/sq mi (414/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66424
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-22025 |
| GNIS ID | 2394713 |
Everest is a small city located in Brown County, Kansas, in the United States. In 2020, about 265 people lived there. It's a quiet place in the heart of America.
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History of Everest
Everest started around 1882. This was when a railroad was built through the area. The city was named after a man named Colonel Aaron S. Everest. He was a lawyer for a railroad company. He also represented Atchison County in the Kansas Senate, which is like a state government group.
Geography of Everest
Everest is a small city in terms of size. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 0.26 square miles (0.64 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
People of Everest
The number of people living in Everest has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 478 | — | |
| 1900 | 502 | 5.0% | |
| 1910 | 436 | −13.1% | |
| 1920 | 403 | −7.6% | |
| 1930 | 386 | −4.2% | |
| 1940 | 375 | −2.8% | |
| 1950 | 363 | −3.2% | |
| 1960 | 348 | −4.1% | |
| 1970 | 304 | −12.6% | |
| 1980 | 331 | 8.9% | |
| 1990 | 310 | −6.3% | |
| 2000 | 314 | 1.3% | |
| 2010 | 284 | −9.6% | |
| 2020 | 265 | −6.7% | |
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What the 2020 Census Shows
In 2020, the census counted 265 people living in Everest. There were 113 households, which are like homes where people live. Most people in Everest were white. A small number of people were African American, Native American, or from two or more races.
About 20% of the people were under 18 years old. About 23% were 65 years or older. The average age in Everest was about 43.8 years old.
What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, there were 284 people living in Everest. There were 126 households. Most people were white, and a small number were African American, Native American, or Hispanic/Latino.
About 29% of households had children under 18. Many households were married couples. The average age in the city was 40.2 years.
Education in Everest
Everest is part of the USD 430 South Brown County school district. Students in high school usually go to Horton High School. The sports teams at Horton High School are called the Horton Chargers.
Everest used to have its own high school. It was called Everest High School, and its mascot was the Everest Vikings. However, this school closed when the school districts combined.
See also
In Spanish: Everest (Kansas) para niños
