Fowler, Kansas facts for kids
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Fowler, Kansas
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The Fowler Swimming Pool and Bathhouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places
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Location within Meade County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Meade |
| Founded | 1880s |
| Platted | 1886 |
| Incorporated | 1908 |
| Named for | George Fowler |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.47 sq mi (1.23 km2) |
| • Land | 0.47 sq mi (1.23 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,487 ft (758 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 534 |
| • Density | 1,136/sq mi (434.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67844
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-24175 |
| GNIS ID | 2394802 |
Fowler is a small city located in Meade County, Kansas, in the United States. In 2020, about 534 people lived there. It's a friendly place with a rich history.
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History of Fowler
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Fowler was officially planned and mapped out in 1886. It got its name from George Fowler, who originally owned the land where the city was built.
The city became an important stop for shipping goods on the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad. This helped Fowler grow by connecting it to other places.
Geography and Climate
Where is Fowler?
Fowler is located in Meade County, Kansas. The city covers a total area of about 0.47 square miles (1.23 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water.
What is the Climate Like?
Fowler has a semi-arid climate. This means it's usually dry, but not a desert. It gets some rain, but not a lot. You might see this climate type called "BSk" on climate maps.
People of Fowler
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 473 | — | |
| 1920 | 490 | 3.6% | |
| 1930 | 724 | 47.8% | |
| 1940 | 563 | −22.2% | |
| 1950 | 778 | 38.2% | |
| 1960 | 717 | −7.8% | |
| 1970 | 588 | −18.0% | |
| 1980 | 592 | 0.7% | |
| 1990 | 571 | −3.5% | |
| 2000 | 567 | −0.7% | |
| 2010 | 590 | 4.1% | |
| 2020 | 534 | −9.5% | |
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Population in 2020
According to the 2020 United States census, 534 people lived in Fowler. There were 207 households and 128 families.
Most people in Fowler were white or European American. About 24% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
- About 27% of the people were under 18 years old.
- About 19% were 65 years old or older.
The average age in Fowler was about 38.7 years.
Education in Fowler
The local public school district for Fowler is Fowler USD 225. This district has two schools that serve the community:
- Fowler Elementary School
- Fowler High School
Notable People from Fowler
- Tim Huelskamp: He was a Congressman who represented Kansas's 1st Congressional District from 2011 to 2017. A congressman is a person elected to make laws for the country.
See also
In Spanish: Fowler (Kansas) para niños
