Greenwich, Kansas facts for kids
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Greenwich, Kansas
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1915 Railroad Map of Sedgwick County
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 Greenwich, Kansas
Location in Kansas
Greenwich, Kansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Sedgwick |
| Elevation | 1,401 ft (427 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 64 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67055
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| Area code | 316 |
| FIPS code | 20-28700 |
| GNIS ID | 473873 |
Greenwich (pronounced /ˈɡriːnwɪtʃ/) is a small community in Sedgwick County, Kansas, United States. It's called a census-designated place (CDP) because the government counts it as a specific area for population studies.
In 2020, the population of Greenwich was 64 people. You can find Greenwich northeast of 53rd Street North and Greenwich Road.
History of Greenwich
Greenwich began when the St. Louis, Fort Scott & Wichita Railroad was built through this area. The railroad helped the community grow.
The first post office in Greenwich opened in September 1874. This allowed people to send and receive mail easily.
Geography and Climate
Greenwich is located in Kansas. The area has a specific type of weather.
Greenwich's Climate
The weather in Greenwich features hot and humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, it's often shown as "Cfa". This means it has warm temperatures and plenty of rainfall throughout the year.
Population Facts
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| 2020 | 64 | — | |
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The 2020 United States census counted 64 people living in Greenwich. There were 31 households, which are groups of people living in the same home.
Most of the people in Greenwich were white or European American. A small number were African American or from other racial backgrounds. Some people identified as being of two or more races. A few people were also of Hispanic or Latino background.
About 20% of the population was under 18 years old. Around 17% of the people were 65 years or older. The average age in Greenwich was about 45.5 years.
Education
The public schools in Greenwich are part of the Circle USD 375 school district. This district serves the community's students.
