Montezuma, Kansas facts for kids
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Montezuma, Kansas
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Location within Gray County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Gray |
| Founded | 1879 |
| Incorporated | 1917 |
| Named for | Moctezuma II |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.98 sq mi (2.55 km2) |
| • Land | 0.98 sq mi (2.55 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,779 ft (847 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 975 |
| • Density | 995/sq mi (382.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67867
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-47875 |
| GNIS ID | 2395379 |
Montezuma is a small city located in Gray County, Kansas, in the United States. It's a friendly place with a population of about 975 people, according to the 2020 census.
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History of Montezuma
Montezuma was first started way back in 1879. Later, in 1912, the entire town moved to be closer to the Santa Fe Railroad. This was important for travel and trade. The city was named after Moctezuma II, who was a famous ruler of the Aztec empire.
Geography and Climate
Montezuma is located in Kansas. The city covers a total area of about 0.76 square miles (1.97 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water.
What is the Climate Like?
Montezuma has a type of weather called a semi-arid climate. This means it's usually quite dry, but not as dry as a desert. It gets some rain, but not a lot.
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 163 | — | |
| 1930 | 424 | 160.1% | |
| 1940 | 340 | −19.8% | |
| 1950 | 509 | 49.7% | |
| 1960 | 543 | 6.7% | |
| 1970 | 606 | 11.6% | |
| 1980 | 730 | 20.5% | |
| 1990 | 838 | 14.8% | |
| 2000 | 966 | 15.3% | |
| 2010 | 966 | 0.0% | |
| 2020 | 975 | 0.9% | |
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In 2020, about 975 people lived in Montezuma. There were 400 households, which are like homes or families living together. Most people in Montezuma are white. About 10% of the population is of Hispanic or Latino background.
Age Groups in Montezuma
The people in Montezuma come from all age groups.
- About 23% of the population is under 18 years old.
- About 30% of the population is 65 years old or older.
The average age in the city is around 43 years old.
Local Economy
One of the biggest parts of Montezuma's economy is the Gray County Wind Farm. This wind farm is located nearby and is the largest one in all of Kansas. It uses wind turbines to create electricity.
Education in Montezuma
Students in Montezuma attend schools that are part of the South Gray Schools district. This district includes schools from both Copeland and Montezuma.
School Buildings
- There is an Elementary school and a Junior High School in Copeland.
- Montezuma has its own Elementary school and a High School.
School Mascot
The sports teams at South Gray High School are known as the Rebels. Before the schools joined together, the Montezuma High School teams were called the Indians. In 1955, the Montezuma Indians boys' basketball team won the state championship!
See also
In Spanish: Montezuma (Kansas) para niños
