Gardner, Kansas facts for kids
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Gardner, Kansas
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Location within Johnson County and Kansas
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Kansas | |
| County | Johnson | |
| Founded | 1857 | |
| Incorporated | 1887 | |
| Named for | Henry Gardner | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Mayor–Council | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 10.31 sq mi (26.72 km2) | |
| • Land | 10.28 sq mi (26.61 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.10 km2) | |
| Elevation | 1,063 ft (324 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 23,287 | |
| • Estimate
(2021)
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23,942 | |
| • Density | 2,258.7/sq mi (871.52/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP codes |
66030-66031
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| Area code | 913 | |
| FIPS code | 20-25425 | |
| GNIS ID | 485580 | |
Gardner is a city located in Johnson County, Kansas, in the United States. It is part of the larger Kansas City metropolitan area. In 2020, about 23,287 people lived there.
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History of Gardner
Gardner was founded in a very important spot. It was where two famous old trails, the Santa Fe Trail and the Oregon/California Trails, split off from each other.
- The Santa Fe Trail went southwest towards places like Santa Fe and Los Angeles.
- The Oregon/California Trails went west, then north, leading travelers to the Kansas River valley and beyond.
Gardner was started in 1857 by people who supported Kansas becoming a "Free State." This meant they were against slavery. Most of these early settlers came from Massachusetts. The city was named after Henry Gardner, who was the governor of Massachusetts at the time.
Just four years after it was founded, Gardner was attacked by soldiers from the Confederate side during the American Civil War. This was one of the first attacks of its kind in Johnson County, and possibly in all of Kansas. The first post office in Gardner opened in 1858.
Geography and Climate
Gardner covers an area of about 10.21 square miles (26.44 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water. The main body of water in Gardner is Gardner Lake, located on the north side of town. A stream called Kill Creek also starts in Gardner and flows north to join the Kansas River.
Gardner's Climate: Hot Summers and Mild Winters
Gardner has a climate known as a humid subtropical climate. This means it has hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool.
| Climate data for Gardner, Kansas (New Century AirCenter) (1991–2020 normals, extremes 1945–1970, 1997–present) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 74 (23) |
81 (27) |
87 (31) |
92 (33) |
95 (35) |
104 (40) |
114 (46) |
111 (44) |
107 (42) |
96 (36) |
81 (27) |
74 (23) |
114 (46) |
| Mean maximum °F (°C) | 64.0 (17.8) |
67.9 (19.9) |
77.7 (25.4) |
84.3 (29.1) |
89.1 (31.7) |
94.7 (34.8) |
99.7 (37.6) |
99.8 (37.7) |
93.8 (34.3) |
86.0 (30.0) |
73.7 (23.2) |
65.1 (18.4) |
101.7 (38.7) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 39.4 (4.1) |
44.1 (6.7) |
56.0 (13.3) |
66.0 (18.9) |
75.4 (24.1) |
84.7 (29.3) |
89.4 (31.9) |
88.2 (31.2) |
79.7 (26.5) |
67.5 (19.7) |
54.0 (12.2) |
43.0 (6.1) |
65.6 (18.7) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 29.8 (−1.2) |
34.1 (1.2) |
44.9 (7.2) |
54.8 (12.7) |
64.9 (18.3) |
74.5 (23.6) |
78.8 (26.0) |
77.4 (25.2) |
68.6 (20.3) |
56.5 (13.6) |
43.8 (6.6) |
33.6 (0.9) |
55.1 (12.8) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 20.1 (−6.6) |
24.1 (−4.4) |
33.8 (1.0) |
43.6 (6.4) |
54.4 (12.4) |
64.3 (17.9) |
68.2 (20.1) |
66.5 (19.2) |
57.5 (14.2) |
45.5 (7.5) |
33.6 (0.9) |
24.2 (−4.3) |
44.7 (7.1) |
| Mean minimum °F (°C) | 0.0 (−17.8) |
5.0 (−15.0) |
14.1 (−9.9) |
26.9 (−2.8) |
39.9 (4.4) |
51.5 (10.8) |
58.5 (14.7) |
55.9 (13.3) |
43.5 (6.4) |
28.2 (−2.1) |
17.0 (−8.3) |
5.2 (−14.9) |
−3.6 (−19.8) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −12 (−24) |
−15 (−26) |
−7 (−22) |
18 (−8) |
31 (−1) |
43 (6) |
49 (9) |
47 (8) |
36 (2) |
23 (−5) |
4 (−16) |
−11 (−24) |
−15 (−26) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 1.05 (27) |
1.50 (38) |
2.31 (59) |
3.76 (96) |
5.08 (129) |
5.26 (134) |
4.21 (107) |
3.95 (100) |
3.74 (95) |
3.27 (83) |
1.91 (49) |
1.50 (38) |
37.54 (954) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 5.5 | 6.4 | 9.4 | 11.0 | 13.4 | 11.1 | 9.3 | 9.4 | 9.0 | 8.9 | 6.1 | 5.7 | 105.2 |
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Population and People of Gardner
Gardner has grown a lot over the years. In 1880, only 203 people lived there. By 2020, the population had grown to 23,287 people.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 203 | — | |
| 1890 | 515 | 153.7% | |
| 1900 | 475 | −7.8% | |
| 1910 | 514 | 8.2% | |
| 1920 | 514 | 0.0% | |
| 1930 | 493 | −4.1% | |
| 1940 | 510 | 3.4% | |
| 1950 | 676 | 32.5% | |
| 1960 | 1,619 | 139.5% | |
| 1970 | 1,839 | 13.6% | |
| 1980 | 2,392 | 30.1% | |
| 1990 | 3,191 | 33.4% | |
| 2000 | 9,396 | 194.5% | |
| 2010 | 19,123 | 103.5% | |
| 2020 | 23,287 | 21.8% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 23,942 | 25.2% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2010-2020 |
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Gardner's Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census showed that 23,287 people lived in Gardner. There were about 8,005 households. Many households, almost half, had children under 18 living there. Most households were married couples living together.
Gardner is a diverse city. Most residents identify as white. There are also significant numbers of Black, Asian, and Native American residents. About 10% of the population identifies as Hispanic or Latino.
The median age in Gardner was about 32.6 years old. This means half the people were younger than 32.6, and half were older. About 32% of the population was under 18 years old.
Gardner's Population in 2010
In 2010, Gardner had 19,123 people. About 50% of households had children under 18. The city's population was mostly White, with smaller groups of African American, Native American, and Asian residents. About 6% of the population was Hispanic or Latino. The median age was 30 years. About 33% of residents were under 18 years old.
Economy: Jobs and Businesses in Gardner
The BNSF Railway built a large refueling plant and office nearby in Edgerton. This plant opened in 2013 and provides about 200 jobs.
Largest Employers in Gardner
Here are some of the biggest employers in Gardner, based on a 2015 report:
| # | Employer | # of Employees |
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| 1 | Unified School District No. 231 | 800 |
| 2 | Walmart | 250 |
| 3 | Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital | 174 |
| 4 | Epic Landscape Productions | 172 |
| 5 | Coleman | 167 |
| 6 | City of Gardner | 135 |
| 7 | TradeNet Publishing | 130 |
| 8 | Price Chopper | 130 |
| 9 | Medical Lodge of Gardner | 102 |
| 10 | D.O.T. Label, Inc (ITW) | 87 |
Education in Gardner
Gardner is part of the USD 231 school district. Most of the schools in the district are located right in Gardner.
- Elementary Schools: Gardner has six elementary schools: Gardner Elementary, Sunflower Elementary, Madison Elementary, Nike Elementary, Grand Star Elementary, and Moonlight Elementary.
- Middle Schools: There are three middle schools: Wheatridge, Trail Ridge, and Pioneer Ridge.
- High School: The district's only high school, Gardner-Edgerton High School, is also in Gardner.
Gardner's Public Library
The Johnson County Library has a branch located in Gardner. This library provides books, resources, and programs for the community.
Notable People from Gardner
Here are some well-known individuals who were born in or have lived in Gardner:
- Ray McIntire (1918–1996), an engineer and inventor.
- John Means (1993– ), a professional baseball pitcher.
- Bubba Starling (1992– ), a professional baseball center fielder.
See also
In Spanish: Gardner (Kansas) para niños
