Miller, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Miller, Kansas
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 Miller, Kansas
Location in Kansas
Miller, Kansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Lyon |
| Founded | 1910 |
| Elevation | 1,122 ft (342 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66868
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-46775 |
| GNIS ID | 479282 |
Miller is a small community in Lyon County, Kansas, United States. It is called an unincorporated community because it does not have its own city government. Miller is located about 5.5 miles east of the city of Admire.
A Look Back: Miller's History
Miller was started in the year 1910. This is when the community was first founded.
For many years, Miller had its own post office. This is where people would send and receive mail. But in 1958, the post office closed down.
Where is Miller? Understanding its Geography
Miller is located in an area with a specific type of weather. The summers there are usually hot and humid. The winters are generally mild or cool.
Scientists use a system called the Köppen Climate Classification to describe climates. Miller has what is called a "humid subtropical climate." On climate maps, this is shown as "Cfa."
Learning in Miller: Local Schools
The children in Miller go to public schools managed by the North Lyon County USD 251 school district. The main office for this school district is in Americus.
Older students attend Northern Heights High School. This school is located east of Allen. The school's mascot, or team symbol, is the Wildcats. Younger students go to NLC Elementary School. There is also the NLC Early Learning Center for preschool-aged children. Both of these schools are in Americus.
