Huron, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Huron, Kansas
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Location within Atchison County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Atchison |
| Township | Lancaster |
| 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 | 1,161 ft (354 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 74 |
| • Density | 1,060/sq mi (389/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
66041
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| Area code | 913 |
| FIPS code | 20-33575 |
| GNIS ID | 2394458 |
Huron is a small city located in Atchison County, Kansas, in the United States. In 2020, about 74 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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A Look Back: Huron's History
Huron began in 1882. This was when the railroad tracks reached this area. The city was named after Colonel Anthony Huron. He was one of the first owners of the land where the city now stands.
Huron's Location and Land
Huron is located in Atchison County. The United States Census Bureau says the city covers a total area of about 0.07 square miles (0.19 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
Who Lives in Huron? Population Facts
Huron's population has changed over the years. Here's a look at how many people have lived there:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 200 | — | |
| 1910 | 200 | 0.0% | |
| 1920 | 188 | −6.0% | |
| 1930 | 149 | −20.7% | |
| 1940 | 163 | 9.4% | |
| 1950 | 128 | −21.5% | |
| 1960 | 119 | −7.0% | |
| 1970 | 106 | −10.9% | |
| 1980 | 107 | 0.9% | |
| 1990 | 75 | −29.9% | |
| 2000 | 87 | 16.0% | |
| 2010 | 54 | −37.9% | |
| 2020 | 74 | 37.0% | |
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Huron's Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 74 people living in Huron. There were 30 households and 20 families. Most residents, about 97.3%, were white. About 1.35% were black or African-American. Also, 1.35% were from other races. About 1.35% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (36.7%) had children under 18. About 43.3% were married couples. The average household had 2.4 people. The average family had 3.8 people.
The median age in Huron was 43.5 years. About 23% of the population was under 18. Around 14.9% were 65 years or older.
Huron's Population in 2010
The census in 2010 showed 54 people living in Huron. There were 20 households and 13 families. The city's population density was about 63.5 people per square mile. Most people (98.1%) were White. About 1.9% were from two or more races. Also, 1.9% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 40% of households had children under 18. Half of the households (50%) were married couples living together. The average household size was 2.70 people. The average family size was 3.23 people.
The median age in Huron in 2010 was 41 years. About 31.5% of residents were under 18. Around 7.4% were 65 years or older. There were slightly more males (51.9%) than females (48.1%).
See also
In Spanish: Huron (Kansas) para niños
