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Fall River, Kansas
Location within Greenwood County and Kansas
Location within Greenwood County and Kansas
KDOT map of Greenwood County (legend)
Country United States
State Kansas
County Greenwood
Platted 1879
Incorporated 1879
Named for Fall River
Government
 • Type Mayor–Council
Area
 • Total 0.22 sq mi (0.57 km2)
 • Land 0.22 sq mi (0.57 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
932 ft (284 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 131
 • Density 595/sq mi (229.8/km2)
Time zone UTC-6 (CST)
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
67047
Area code 620
FIPS code 20-22775
GNIS ID 2394739

Fall River is a small city located in Greenwood County, Kansas, in the United States. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 131 people. It is a quiet community named after the nearby Fall River.

History of Fall River

Fall River was first planned out in 1879. The city gets its name from the Fall River, a natural waterway that flows through the area.

Geography and Climate

Where is Fall River Located?

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 0.22 square miles (0.57 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water within the city limits.

Understanding Fall River's Climate

The weather in Fall River is known for its hot and humid summers. Winters are generally mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, you might see this climate type labeled as "Cfa."

Population and People

Historical population
Census Pop.
1880 102
1890 454 345.1%
1900 371 −18.3%
1910 383 3.2%
1920 376 −1.8%
1930 339 −9.8%
1940 336 −0.9%
1950 261 −22.3%
1960 226 −13.4%
1970 191 −15.5%
1980 173 −9.4%
1990 113 −34.7%
2000 156 38.1%
2010 162 3.8%
2020 131 −19.1%
U.S. Decennial Census

Who Lives in Fall River?

The 2020 United States census counted 131 people living in Fall River. There were 66 households and 36 families. Most of the people living in Fall River, about 87.79%, identified as white.

About 11.5% of the population was under 18 years old. Around 29% of residents were 65 years or older. The average age in the city was about 53.3 years.

Fun Things to Do

  • Fall River Lake and Fall River State Park are located about four miles northwest of Fall River. These places offer many outdoor activities. You can go boating, camping, hiking, or hunting there.
  • The Iron Horse Bike Trail was once planned to go through Fall River. This trail would have connected to other trails, making it a great place for biking. However, parts of the trail land were lost because taxes were not paid.

Education

The public schools in Fall River are part of the Fredonia USD 484 school district. This district provides education for students in the community.

Famous People from Fall River

  • Johnny Butler was a baseball player who came from Fall River.

See also

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