Fort Dodge, Kansas facts for kids
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Fort Dodge, Kansas
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 Fort Dodge, Kansas
Location in Kansas
Fort Dodge, Kansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Ford |
| Named for | Fort Dodge (US Army Post) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.18 sq mi (0.5 km2) |
| • Land | 0.18 sq mi (0.5 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,464 ft (751 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 97 |
| • Density | 539/sq mi (208/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67843
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-23890 |
| GNIS ID | 473892 |
Fort Dodge is a small community in Kansas, United States. It's located in Ford County, not far from Dodge City. In 2020, about 97 people lived there. It has its own post office with the ZIP code 67843.
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History of Fort Dodge
From 1865 to 1882, the original Fort Dodge was an important military outpost. It was located along the famous Santa Fe Trail, a busy trade route. After the military fort closed, the site became the Kansas Soldiers' Home in 1890. This home provides care for military veterans.
People of Fort Dodge
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 165 | — | |
| 2020 | 97 | −41.2% | |
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Fort Dodge is a very small community. In 2020, there were 97 people living there. Most of the people living in Fort Dodge are 65 years old or older. The community is home to people from different backgrounds.
Education in Fort Dodge
Students in Fort Dodge attend public schools in the Dodge City USD 443 school district.
Famous People from Fort Dodge
- Morris S. Tremaine was a businessman and politician who was born in Fort Dodge. He served as the New York State Comptroller from 1927 to 1941. This job meant he was in charge of managing New York State's money.
See also
In Spanish: Fort Dodge (Kansas) para niños
