Fairview, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fairview, Kansas
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Sunset in Fairview, looking across US 36 (2006)
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Location within Brown County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Brown |
| Founded | 1872 |
| Incorporated | 1886 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.36 sq mi (0.93 km2) |
| • Land | 0.36 sq mi (0.93 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,221 ft (372 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 240 |
| • Density | 667/sq mi (258/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66425
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-22425 |
| GNIS ID | 2394736 |
Fairview is a small city located in Brown County, Kansas, in the United States. It's a quiet place with a friendly community. In 2020, about 240 people lived there.
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History of Fairview
Fairview was officially started on October 27, 1886. However, the land it sits on was bought earlier, in 1872, by W. F. Lambertson. The city got its name "Fairview" because of the beautiful views of the surrounding area.
Geography of Fairview
Fairview is located in a part of Kansas that is mostly land. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 0.37 square miles (0.93 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the city limits.
Population and People
Fairview's population has changed over the years. Like many small towns, it has seen its number of residents go up and down.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 395 | — | |
| 1910 | 386 | −2.3% | |
| 1920 | 386 | 0.0% | |
| 1930 | 367 | −4.9% | |
| 1940 | 333 | −9.3% | |
| 1950 | 336 | 0.9% | |
| 1960 | 272 | −19.0% | |
| 1970 | 283 | 4.0% | |
| 1980 | 258 | −8.8% | |
| 1990 | 306 | 18.6% | |
| 2000 | 271 | −11.4% | |
| 2010 | 260 | −4.1% | |
| 2020 | 240 | −7.7% | |
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Fairview's Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census showed that 240 people lived in Fairview. There were 118 households, which are groups of people living together in one home. Most of the people living in Fairview were white. There were also people from African American, Native American, and two or more backgrounds. A small number of people were Hispanic or Latino.
About 20% of the households had children under 18 years old. Many households were married couples living together. The average age of people in Fairview was 50 years old. This means there are quite a few adults and older residents living in the city.
Fairview's Population in 2010
In the census of 2010, Fairview had 260 residents. There were 130 households at that time. The population was mostly White, with smaller numbers of African American, Native American, and people of two or more races.
The average age of people in Fairview in 2010 was about 51 years. Around 17% of the residents were under 18 years old. About 25% of the population was 65 years or older.
Economy and Businesses
Fairview is often called a "bedroom community." This means many of its residents work or go to school in nearby towns like Sabetha and Hiawatha. Even so, Fairview has some local businesses that are important to the community.
You can find services like welding, electrical work, trash collection, and plumbing from local business owners. The Fairview Enterprise is the city's weekly newspaper. It has been printed in the same building since 1931! Fairview also has its own post office, which is a vital service for residents.
A company called Curb Roller Manufacturing is also based in Fairview. This company makes products that are used all over the world.
Notable People from Fairview
Fairview has been home to some interesting people who have made a difference:
- David Floyd Lambertson: He was a United States Ambassador and worked for the government in Southeast Asia.
- William P. Lambertson: He was a U.S. Representative for Kansas, meaning he helped make laws for the state in the U.S. Congress.
- Bernard W. Rogers: He was a very important military leader. He served as the Supreme Allied Commander Europe for NATO, which is a big alliance of countries working together for peace and safety.
See also
In Spanish: Fairview (Kansas) para niños
