Logan, Kansas facts for kids
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Logan, Kansas
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Location within Phillips County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Phillips |
| Founded | 1870 |
| Incorporated | 1880 |
| Named for | Gen. John Logan |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.50 sq mi (3.89 km2) |
| • Land | 1.50 sq mi (3.89 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,959 ft (597 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 460 |
| • Density | 307/sq mi (118.3/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67646
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-42100 |
| GNIS ID | 2395745 |
Logan is a small city located in Phillips County, Kansas, in the United States. It's a friendly place where about 460 people lived as of the 2020 census.
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A Look Back at Logan's History
Logan was started a long time ago, in 1870. It was named after a famous person, General John A. Logan. He was a soldier and politician. The first post office in Logan opened in March 1872.
Logan grew quite a bit around 1880. This was when the railroad was built through the town. The railroad made it easier for people and goods to travel.
Where is Logan Located?
Logan is located in the state of Kansas. The city covers a total area of about 1.51 square miles (3.89 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Who Lives in Logan?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 275 | — | |
| 1890 | 390 | 41.8% | |
| 1900 | 449 | 15.1% | |
| 1910 | 714 | 59.0% | |
| 1920 | 585 | −18.1% | |
| 1930 | 743 | 27.0% | |
| 1940 | 703 | −5.4% | |
| 1950 | 859 | 22.2% | |
| 1960 | 846 | −1.5% | |
| 1970 | 760 | −10.2% | |
| 1980 | 720 | −5.3% | |
| 1990 | 633 | −12.1% | |
| 2000 | 603 | −4.7% | |
| 2010 | 589 | −2.3% | |
| 2020 | 460 | −21.9% | |
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Logan's Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 460 people living in Logan. There were 223 households, which are groups of people living together. About half of these households were families.
Most people in Logan were white. A small number of people were from other backgrounds. About 6% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 15% of households had children under 18. Many households were married couples. Some households had a single parent or just one person living alone.
The average age in Logan was 51.3 years old. About 20% of the people were under 18. About 32% were 65 years old or older.
Logan's Population in 2010
The census in 2010 showed 589 people living in Logan. There were 261 households. The city had about 390 people per square mile.
Most people were white. A small number were from other backgrounds. About 1.5% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 25% of households had children under 18. Many households were married couples. Some households had a single parent or just one person living alone.
The average age in Logan was 45.2 years old. About 27% of residents were under 18. About 23% were 65 years old or older.
Learning in Logan
The community of Logan has its own public school district, called Logan USD 326. This district serves the students in the area.
The Logan Trojans are the high school sports teams. In 1970, the boys' basketball team won the state championship. This was for class 1A in Kansas.
See also
In Spanish: Logan (Kansas) para niños
