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Liebenthal, Kansas
Location within Rush County and Kansas
Location within Rush County and Kansas
KDOT map of Rush County (legend)
Country United States
State Kansas
County Rush
Founded 1876
Incorporated 1935
Named for Liebenthal, Russia
Area
 • Total 0.11 sq mi (0.29 km2)
 • Land 0.11 sq mi (0.29 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
1,975 ft (602 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 92
 • Density 840/sq mi (317/km2)
Time zone UTC-6 (CST)
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
67553
Area code 785
FIPS code 20-40400
GNIS ID 2395705

Liebenthal is a small city in Rush County, Kansas, United States. It is located about 8 miles north of La Crosse. According to the 2020 census, 92 people lived in the city.

History of Liebenthal

Liebenthal was founded in 1876. It was started by a group of people called Volga Germans. Many of them came from a place also named Liebenthal in Russia.

Geography and Climate

Liebenthal is a small city. It covers about 0.11 square miles (0.29 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.

Climate in Liebenthal

The weather in Liebenthal has hot and humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.

Population Changes

The number of people living in Liebenthal has changed over the years. In 1940, there were 265 residents. By 2020, the population was 92.

Who Lives in Liebenthal?

In 2020, there were 92 people living in Liebenthal. Most residents were white. About 16.3% of the population was under 18 years old. About 27.2% were 65 years or older. The average age in the city was 50 years.

Education

Students in Liebenthal attend public schools. The community is part of the La Crosse USD 395 school district.

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