Hollenberg, Kansas facts for kids
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Hollenberg, Kansas
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Location within Washington County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Washington |
| Founded | 1872 |
| Platted | 1872 |
| Incorporated | 1937 |
| Named for | G.H. Hollenberg |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.07 sq mi (0.19 km2) |
| • Land | 0.07 sq mi (0.19 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,309 ft (399 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 10 |
| • Density | 140/sq mi (53/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66946
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-32650 |
| GNIS ID | 2394403 |
Hollenberg is a small city in Washington County, Kansas, in the United States. It is located very close to the border with Nebraska, about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) south of the state line. In 2020, the city had a population of 10 people.
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History of Hollenberg
Hollenberg was first planned out in 1872. It was named after its founder, G. H. Hollenberg. He owned a store in the area where the city was started.
The first post office in Hollenberg opened in April 1872. This helped people send and receive mail in the new community.
Geography and Location
Hollenberg covers a total area of about 0.08 square miles (0.19 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no lakes or rivers within the city limits.
As mentioned, the city is located about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) south of the Kansas-Nebraska state line. This puts it in the northern part of Washington County.
Population Changes Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1940 | 128 | — | |
| 1950 | 97 | −24.2% | |
| 1960 | 55 | −43.3% | |
| 1970 | 47 | −14.5% | |
| 1980 | 57 | 21.3% | |
| 1990 | 28 | −50.9% | |
| 2000 | 31 | 10.7% | |
| 2010 | 21 | −32.3% | |
| 2020 | 10 | −52.4% | |
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Hollenberg's Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 10 people living in Hollenberg. There were 5 households, which are groups of people living together in one home.
Most of the people living in Hollenberg in 2020 were white (90%). One person (10%) was from two or more races. No one identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average household had 1.2 people. About 40% of the households had someone living alone who was 65 years old or older. The median age of people in Hollenberg was 52.5 years.
Hollenberg's Population in 2010
In the census of 2010, there were 21 people living in Hollenberg. There were 12 households and 4 families. The population density was about 262.5 people per square mile.
Most residents (90.5%) were white. A small number were from other races (4.8%) or two or more races (4.8%). About 4.8% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average household size was 1.75 people. The median age in the city was 55.3 years. Most residents (71.4%) were between 45 and 64 years old.
Education for Students
The local public schools for Hollenberg and the nearby areas are part of the Barnes–Hanover–Linn USD 223 school district.
Hollenberg used to have its own high school. It was called Hollenberg High School, and its mascot was the Pirates. However, this high school closed down when school districts were combined.
See also
In Spanish: Hollenberg (Kansas) para niños
