Iuka, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Iuka, Kansas
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Location within Pratt County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Pratt |
| Founded | 1877 |
| Incorporated | 1908 |
| Named for | Battle of Iuka |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.66 sq mi (1.70 km2) |
| • Land | 0.66 sq mi (1.70 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,952 ft (595 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 151 |
| • Density | 228.8/sq mi (88.8/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67066
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-34625 |
| GNIS ID | 2395445 |
Iuka is a small city located in Pratt County, Kansas, in the United States. In 2020, about 151 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history in the state of Kansas.
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History of Iuka
Iuka was first settled in 1877. It got its name from the Battle of Iuka, a famous battle that happened in Iuka, Mississippi. For a while, Iuka was even the main town, or county seat, for Pratt County. This means it was where the county government was located.
The first post office in Iuka opened its doors in December 1877. This helped people send and receive mail, connecting the town to the rest of the country.
Where is Iuka Located?
Iuka is a small city with a total area of about 0.60 square miles (1.70 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Who Lives in Iuka?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 228 | — | |
| 1920 | 198 | −13.2% | |
| 1930 | 185 | −6.6% | |
| 1940 | 183 | −1.1% | |
| 1950 | 129 | −29.5% | |
| 1960 | 225 | 74.4% | |
| 1970 | 210 | −6.7% | |
| 1980 | 235 | 11.9% | |
| 1990 | 197 | −16.2% | |
| 2000 | 185 | −6.1% | |
| 2010 | 163 | −11.9% | |
| 2020 | 151 | −7.4% | |
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Iuka's Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 151 people living in Iuka. There were 64 households and 47 families. Most people living in Iuka were white.
About 23.4% of the households had children under 18. Many households (64.1%) were married couples living together. About 25% of households had just one person living there. The average age of people in Iuka was about 48.8 years old.
Iuka's Population in 2010
In 2010, the city had 163 people. There were 79 households and 49 families. Most residents were white. About 6.7% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
About 24.1% of households had children under 18. The average household had about 2 people. The median age was 48.9 years. About 19% of residents were under 18, and 24.5% were 65 or older.
Education in Iuka
Students in Iuka attend schools that are part of the Pratt USD 382 public school district. This district provides education for children living in the community.
See also
- In Spanish: Iuka (Kansas) para niños
