Hanston, Kansas facts for kids
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Hanston, Kansas
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Location within Hodgeman County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Hodgeman |
| Founded | 1878 |
| Incorporated | 1929 |
| Named for | Hann family |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.27 sq mi (0.70 km2) |
| • Land | 0.27 sq mi (0.70 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,159 ft (658 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 259 |
| • Density | 959/sq mi (370/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67849
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-29925 |
| GNIS ID | 2394292 |
Hanston is a small city located in Hodgeman County, Kansas, in the United States. In 2020, about 259 people lived there.
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A Look Back: Hanston's History
Hanston started out with a different name! It was first called Marena when it was founded in 1878. In 1902, the city was renamed Hanston. It got its new name from the local Hann family. Hanston was also an important stop and shipping point for the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway.
Where is Hanston? Geography
Hanston is located along K-156, which is a state highway. The Kansas and Oklahoma Railroad also runs through the area. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers about 0.28 square miles (0.70 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
Who Lives in Hanston? Population Facts
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 264 | — | |
| 1940 | 251 | −4.9% | |
| 1950 | 286 | 13.9% | |
| 1960 | 279 | −2.4% | |
| 1970 | 282 | 1.1% | |
| 1980 | 257 | −8.9% | |
| 1990 | 326 | 26.8% | |
| 2000 | 259 | −20.6% | |
| 2010 | 206 | −20.5% | |
| 2020 | 259 | 25.7% | |
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Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 259 people living in Hanston. There were 92 households and 67 families. Most of the people living in Hanston were white. A small number were Native American or from other backgrounds. About 6% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
About 30% of the people were under 18 years old. Around 20% were 65 years or older. The average age in Hanston was about 39.5 years.
Population in 2010
In the census of 2010, there were 206 people living in Hanston. There were 96 households and 63 families. Most residents were white. About 9.7% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in the city in 2010 was 50.1 years. About 21.8% of residents were under 18. About 19.4% were 65 years or older.
Learning in Hanston: Education
Schools
The public schools in Hanston are part of the Hodgeman County USD 227 school district. This district took over from the former Hanston USD 228 in 2011. The district has two schools:
- Hodgeman County Elementary School
- Hodgeman County Middle/High School
The Hodgeman County High School is located in Jetmore. Its sports teams are known as the Longhorns. Before the school districts combined, the Hanston High School mascot was the Hanston Elks.
The Hanston Elks were very successful in sports! They won several Kansas State Championships:
- 8-Man DII Football: 1989, 1990, 1999, 2001, 2002, and 2004
- 1A Boys Basketball: 1978, 1989, 2004, and 2005
Library
Hanston also has its own public library, called the Hanston City Library. It's a great place for reading and learning.
See also
In Spanish: Hanston (Kansas) para niños
