Hepler, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hepler, Kansas
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Location within Crawford County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Crawford |
| Founded | 1871 |
| Incorporated | 1887 |
| Named for | B.F. Hepler |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.01 sq mi (2.61 km2) |
| • Land | 1.00 sq mi (2.59 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 997 ft (304 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 90 |
| • Density | 89/sq mi (34.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66746
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-31375 |
| GNIS ID | 2394357 |
Hepler is a small city in Crawford County, Kansas, in the United States. As of the 2020 census, about 90 people live there. It is a quiet place with a history tied to railroads and farming.
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A Look Back at Hepler's History
Hepler was started in 1871. It was named after B.F. Hepler, who was the president of the company that planned the town. The first post office in Hepler opened in June 1871.
Hepler's Role in Early Trade
Hepler became an important spot for shipping cattle and grain. This was thanks to the Missouri–Kansas–Texas Railroad passing through the area.
Hepler's Location and Land Area
Hepler is located in Crawford County, Kansas. The city covers a total area of about 0.77 square miles (2.0 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.
Local Geology: The Hepler Unit
Near Hepler, you can find a special carboniferous fossil formation. It is known as the Hepler Unit. This area is interesting for studying ancient life.
Population Facts About Hepler
The number of people living in Hepler has changed over the years. Here is a quick look at its population history:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 100 | — | |
| 1890 | 269 | 169.0% | |
| 1900 | 215 | −20.1% | |
| 1910 | 276 | 28.4% | |
| 1920 | 241 | −12.7% | |
| 1930 | 210 | −12.9% | |
| 1940 | 259 | 23.3% | |
| 1950 | 224 | −13.5% | |
| 1960 | 178 | −20.5% | |
| 1970 | 152 | −14.6% | |
| 1980 | 165 | 8.6% | |
| 1990 | 150 | −9.1% | |
| 2000 | 154 | 2.7% | |
| 2010 | 132 | −14.3% | |
| 2020 | 90 | −31.8% | |
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Hepler's Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 90 people living in Hepler. There were 41 households and 31 families. Most residents, about 84.44%, were white. About 12.22% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
- About 29.3% of households had children under 18.
- More than half, 51.2%, were married couples living together.
- The average household had about 3.2 people.
- The median age in Hepler was 46.5 years.
Hepler's Population in 2010
The census in 2010 showed 132 people living in Hepler. There were 54 households and 37 families. Almost all residents, 99.2%, were White.
- About 25.9% of households had children under 18.
- Most households, 59.3%, were married couples.
- The average household size was 2.44 people.
- The median age was 44.2 years.
See also
In Spanish: Hepler (Kansas) para niños
