Gridley, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gridley, Kansas
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Location within Coffey County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Coffey |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.49 sq mi (1.27 km2) |
| • Land | 0.43 sq mi (1.11 km2) |
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.16 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,155 ft (352 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 313 |
| • Density | 639/sq mi (246.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66852
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-28850 |
| GNIS ID | 2394250 |
Gridley is a small city located in Coffey County, Kansas, in the United States. In 2020, about 313 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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History of Gridley
Gridley was first started around 1886. This was a time when many new towns were forming in Kansas. The first post office in Gridley opened its doors on June 23, 1886. This helped the community connect with other places.
Exploring Gridley's Geography
Gridley covers a total area of about 0.47 square miles (1.22 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 0.41 square miles (1.06 square kilometers). A small part, about 0.06 square miles (0.16 square kilometers), is water.
Gridley's Climate and Weather
The weather in Gridley has hot, humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, you might see it marked as "Cfa."
Understanding Gridley's Population
The number of people living in Gridley has changed over the years. In 1920, there were 321 residents. The population grew to 434 in 1930. By 2020, the city had 313 people.
Who Lives in Gridley?
In 2020, there were 136 households in Gridley. About 23.5% of these homes had children under 18. Many households were married couples living together. About 36% of homes had just one person living there.
The average age in Gridley was about 40.5 years old. About 25.9% of the people were under 18. About 23% were 65 years or older. Most residents were white. A small number were from other racial backgrounds.
Education in Gridley
Students in Gridley attend schools that are part of USD 245 LeRoy-Gridley. This school district is also known as USD 245 Southern Coffey County. Gridley and LeRoy schools joined together in 2003. This created the USD 245 district. The high school students are known as the Southern Coffey County Titans. Gridley High School used to exist, and its mascot was the Yellow Jackets.
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See also
- Gridley (Kansas) for kids (in Spanish)
