Healy, Kansas facts for kids
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Healy, Kansas
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 Healy, Kansas
Location in Kansas
Healy, Kansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Lane |
| Founded | 1880s |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.46 sq mi (8.96 km2) |
| • Land | 3.46 sq mi (8.96 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,858 ft (871 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 195 |
| • Density | 56.37/sq mi (21.76/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67850
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-31200 |
| GNIS ID | 2629160 |
Healy is a small community in Lane County, Kansas, in the United States. It is called a census-designated place (CDP) because the government counts its population, even though it doesn't have its own local government like a city. In 2020, about 195 people lived in Healy.
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Healy's History
Healy began as a stop and shipping point for the Missouri Pacific Railroad. This railroad helped move goods and people across the country. The first post office in Healy opened its doors in 1887.
Where is Healy?
Healy is located in Cheyenne Township, Kansas. It sits on K-4, a state highway. The community is about 16 miles (26 km) east of where K-4 meets U.S. Route 83. It is also 9 miles (14 km) west of a town called Shields.
If you travel on K-4 and K-23, Healy is about 17 miles (27 km) northwest of Dighton. Dighton is the main town, or county seat, for Lane County.
Healy's Size and Land
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the area of Healy is about 3.5 square miles (9.0 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within its boundaries.
Healy's Climate
Healy has a type of weather called a semi-arid climate. This means it's usually dry, but not as dry as a desert. On climate maps, this is often shown as "BSk".
Healy's Population
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| 2010 | 234 | — | |
| 2020 | 195 | −16.7% | |
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The 2020 United States census counted 195 people living in Healy. There were 93 households, which are like homes or families living together. Most people in Healy are white. Some residents are also Native American or from other racial backgrounds. About 13% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
About 26% of the people in Healy were under 18 years old. The average age of people living there was about 39 years old.
Healy's Economy
One important business in Healy is the Sharp Brothers Seed Company. This is a family-owned company that has been selling seeds since 1958. It provides jobs for about 60 people in Healy.
Education in Healy
Students in Healy attend schools run by the Healy USD 468 public school district. The school's mascot is "The Eagles". Students can play sports like volleyball, basketball, and track. For some sports, they team up with students from Ransom, KS.
Healy High School's basketball team has faced some tough seasons. As of the 2015-2016 season, they were ranked as one of the smallest and most challenging teams in Kansas.
As of the 2023-2024 school year, Healy is the smallest public school in Kansas. It's also one of the smallest schools in the entire country! It had only 20 students from kindergarten through 12th grade, with just 5 students in high school.
Notable Person from Healy
- Harold Ensley was a famous radio and television personality. He was best known for his TV show called The Sportsman's Friend, which was about hunting and fishing.
See also
In Spanish: Healy (Kansas) para niños
