Latham, Kansas facts for kids
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Latham, Kansas
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Latham Saloon and restaurant (2016)
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Location within Butler County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Butler |
| Founded | 1880s |
| Platted | 1885 |
| Incorporated | 1902 |
| Named for | Latham Young |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.22 sq mi (0.56 km2) |
| • Land | 0.22 sq mi (0.56 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,467 ft (447 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 96 |
| • Density | 436/sq mi (171.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67072
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-38775 |
| GNIS ID | 2395638 |
Latham is a small city in Butler County, Kansas, in the United States. In 2020, about 96 people lived there. It's a quiet place where people can enjoy a peaceful life.
History of Latham
Latham was first planned out in 1885. It might have been named after Latham Young, who worked for a railroad company.
Before Latham, there was a town called Bodock nearby. A post office opened in Bodock in 1883. But then, in 1885, that post office moved to Latham. This helped the new town grow.
Latham got its first newspaper in 1901. This was an important way for people to get news and stay connected.
About Latham's Location
Latham is a small city. The United States Census Bureau says it covers about 0.25 square miles (0.65 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Latham's Population Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 268 | — | |
| 1910 | 364 | — | |
| 1920 | 334 | −8.2% | |
| 1930 | 291 | −12.9% | |
| 1940 | 307 | 5.5% | |
| 1950 | 218 | −29.0% | |
| 1960 | 203 | −6.9% | |
| 1970 | 156 | −23.2% | |
| 1980 | 148 | −5.1% | |
| 1990 | 160 | 8.1% | |
| 2000 | 164 | 2.5% | |
| 2010 | 139 | −15.2% | |
| 2020 | 96 | −30.9% | |
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The number of people living in Latham has changed over the years. In 1890, there were 268 people. The population grew to 364 by 1910, which was its highest point. Since then, the number of residents has slowly decreased. In 2020, 96 people called Latham home.
The average age of people in Latham in 2010 was about 43 years old. Many residents were between 45 and 64 years old. About 27% of the people were under 18 years old.
Education
The public schools in Latham are part of the Bluestem USD 205 school district. This district serves the community's students.
Latham used to have its own high school. It was called Latham High School, and its sports teams were known as the Crusaders. However, the high school closed down when school districts were combined.
See also
In Spanish: Latham (Kansas) para niños
