Garfield, Kansas facts for kids
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Garfield, Kansas
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City Hall, Library, Post Office (2009)
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Location within Pawnee County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Pawnee |
| Founded | 1870s |
| Incorporated | 1910 |
| Named for | James A. Garfield |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.54 sq mi (1.39 km2) |
| • Land | 0.54 sq mi (1.39 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,070 ft (630 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 151 |
| • Density | 280/sq mi (108.6/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67529
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-25750 |
| GNIS ID | 2394855 |
Garfield is a small city located in Pawnee County, Kansas, in the United States. In 2020, about 151 people lived there.
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History of Garfield
Garfield got its name from James A. Garfield, who was the 20th President of the United States. The city first opened a post office in 1873.
Geography and Location
Garfield is a small city. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers about 0.54 square miles (1.39 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 333 | — | |
| 1920 | 368 | 10.5% | |
| 1930 | 451 | 22.6% | |
| 1940 | 335 | −25.7% | |
| 1950 | 297 | −11.3% | |
| 1960 | 278 | −6.4% | |
| 1970 | 261 | −6.1% | |
| 1980 | 277 | 6.1% | |
| 1990 | 236 | −14.8% | |
| 2000 | 198 | −16.1% | |
| 2010 | 190 | −4.0% | |
| 2020 | 151 | −20.5% | |
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Garfield's Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 151 people living in Garfield. There were 67 households and 44 families. Most people (about 79%) were white. About 11% were from other races, and nearly 10% were from two or more races. About 16% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
In terms of age, about 23% of the people were under 18 years old. About 17% were 65 years or older. The average age in Garfield was about 48 years.
Garfield's Population in 2010
The 2010 census showed that 190 people lived in Garfield. There were 82 households and 49 families. Most residents (about 93%) were White. About 2% were Native American, and 5% were from two or more races. About 7% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 17% of households had children under 18 living with them. Most households (52%) were married couples living together. About 22% of households had someone living alone who was 65 or older. The average age was about 49 years.
Education in Garfield
Students in Garfield attend schools in the Fort Larned USD 495 public school district.
See also
In Spanish: Garfield (Kansas) para niños
