La Cygne, Kansas facts for kids
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La Cygne, Kansas
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Location within Linn County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Linn |
| Founded | 1869 |
| Incorporated | 1870 |
| Named for | Marais des Cygnes River |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.55 sq mi (4.01 km2) |
| • Land | 1.53 sq mi (3.96 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 837 ft (255 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,050 |
| • Density | 677/sq mi (261.8/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66040
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| Area code | 913 |
| FIPS code | 20-37575 |
| GNIS ID | 477688 |
La Cygne (pronounced /leɪ ˈsiːn/ lay seen) is a small city in Linn County, Kansas, United States. It is located right next to the Marais des Cygnes River. In 2020, about 1,050 people lived in La Cygne. The city gets its name from the Marais des Cygnes River, which is a French name meaning "marsh of the swans."
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History of La Cygne
La Cygne was started in 1869. People decided to build a town here when they learned a railroad track would be built nearby. A group of people bought a large area of land, but only a small part was planned out for the town itself.
Early Development of La Cygne
La Cygne officially became a city on January 14, 1870. A group of trustees was chosen to help run the new city. By the end of that year, the town had grown enough to become a "city of the third class." F. A. Foote was elected as the first mayor.
The first school in La Cygne opened in 1869. It was a private school. In 1870, a public school building was built. It was a large two-story brick building that held both elementary and high school classes. Churches also started early in La Cygne. The Methodist church began in 1870 and soon built its own place of worship. The Presbyterian church also started that same year.
Businesses and Industry in La Cygne
La Cygne quickly became a place for different businesses. A flour mill was built in 1870. A bank opened in 1871. There was even an organ factory, but it did not last very long. In 1881, a coal mine opened, which became very important for the town's economy. The first newspaper in La Cygne was called the Weekly Journal, and it started in June 1870.
Geography of La Cygne
La Cygne is located on the east side of the Marais des Cygnes River. It is a few miles southwest of another city called Linn Valley. You can find La Cygne about four miles (6 km) west of U.S. Route 69 on K-152. La Cygne Lake is located east of US-69. A train track for the BNSF Railway also goes through the city.
The city covers a total area of about 1.53 square miles (3.96 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Climate in La Cygne
The weather in La Cygne has hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate.
Population of La Cygne
The population of La Cygne has changed over the years. Here's how many people have lived in the city during different census years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 835 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,135 | 35.9% | |
| 1900 | 1,037 | −8.6% | |
| 1910 | 957 | −7.7% | |
| 1920 | 1,028 | 7.4% | |
| 1930 | 1,019 | −0.9% | |
| 1940 | 932 | −8.5% | |
| 1950 | 794 | −14.8% | |
| 1960 | 810 | 2.0% | |
| 1970 | 989 | 22.1% | |
| 1980 | 1,025 | 3.6% | |
| 1990 | 1,066 | 4.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,115 | 4.6% | |
| 2010 | 1,149 | 3.0% | |
| 2020 | 1,050 | −8.6% | |
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2020 Census Information
In 2020, the 2020 United States census counted 1,050 people living in La Cygne. There were 430 households and 258 families. About 93% of the people were white. A small number of people were from other racial backgrounds. About 4% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 25% of the population was under 18 years old. The median age in the city was 39.2 years. This means half the people were younger than 39.2 and half were older.
2010 Census Information
According to the census in 2010, La Cygne had 1,149 people. There were 454 households and 303 families. Most of the people (97.3%) were White.
The average age in the city was 37 years old. About 28.6% of the people were under 18. About 17.1% were 65 years or older.
Education in La Cygne
The Prairie View USD 362 public school district serves the community of La Cygne. This district has four schools that teach over 1,000 students.
The schools in the district are:
- La Cygne Elementary School (Pre-Kindergarten to 5th grade)
- Parker Elementary School (Pre-Kindergarten to 5th grade)
- Prairie View Middle School (6th to 8th grade)
- Prairie View High School (9th to 12th grade)
The sports teams at Prairie View High School are called the Prairie View Buffalos. Before the schools joined together, the La Cygne High School teams were known as the La Cygne Indians.
Notable People from La Cygne
- Alonzo Brooks (1980-2004), who was featured in the TV series Unsolved Mysteries.
- Ezra Foot (1809–1885), the first mayor of La Cygne. He was also a politician in Wisconsin.
See also
In Spanish: La Cygne para niños
