Muscotah, Kansas facts for kids
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Muscotah, Kansas
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Muscotah Park with old city jail in foreground (2024)
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Location within Atchison County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Atchison |
| Township | Grasshopper |
| Platted | 1857 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.33 sq mi (0.86 km2) |
| • Land | 0.33 sq mi (0.86 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,014 ft (309 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 155 |
| • Density | 470/sq mi (180.2/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
66058
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-49325 |
| GNIS ID | 2395144 |
Muscotah is a small city in Atchison County, Kansas, United States. In 2020, about 155 people lived there. The name Muscotah comes from a Kickapoo Native American word meaning "prairie."
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Muscotah's History
Muscotah was first planned out, or platted, in 1857. Its first location was about two and a half miles northeast of where it is today. But soon after, people realized a new railroad line would pass just south of the town. So, they decided to build a new Muscotah right next to the railroad line, near the Delaware River.
In 2023, something really cool happened! An old water tower tank was turned into the World's Largest Baseball Sculpture. This was done to remember Joe Tinker, a famous baseball player.
Where is Muscotah?
Muscotah is a small city. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 0.34 square miles (0.86 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Who Lives in Muscotah?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 412 | — | |
| 1890 | 524 | 27.2% | |
| 1900 | 462 | −11.8% | |
| 1910 | 491 | 6.3% | |
| 1920 | 427 | −13.0% | |
| 1930 | 366 | −14.3% | |
| 1940 | 331 | −9.6% | |
| 1950 | 248 | −25.1% | |
| 1960 | 228 | −8.1% | |
| 1970 | 206 | −9.6% | |
| 1980 | 248 | 20.4% | |
| 1990 | 194 | −21.8% | |
| 2000 | 200 | 3.1% | |
| 2010 | 176 | −12.0% | |
| 2020 | 155 | −11.9% | |
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Muscotah's Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 155 people living in Muscotah. There were 58 households, which are groups of people living together, and 40 families. Most of the people living in Muscotah were white.
About 28% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age in the city was about 50 years old.
Muscotah's Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 176 people living in Muscotah. There were 69 households and 46 families. Most people were white, and a small number were Hispanic or Latino.
About 32% of households had children under 18. The average age in the city was about 36 years old.
Schools in Muscotah
Muscotah used to have its own schools for over 130 years! The last class from Muscotah High School graduated in 1939. After that, the school taught fewer grades, eventually only up to 6th grade. The Muscotah Grade School finally closed in 1990.
The school mascot was the Mustangs, and their colors were red and white. Today, students from Muscotah go to public schools in Effingham. These schools are part of the Atchison County USD 377 school district.
Famous People from Muscotah
- E.K. Gaylord (1873-1974): He was a very important owner of The Daily Oklahoman newspaper for many years. He was born on a farm near Muscotah.
- Joe Tinker (1880-1948): He was a famous Major League Baseball player. He played shortstop for the Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds. Joe Tinker was part of a very famous baseball team called "Tinker to Evers to Chance." He was so good that he was chosen for the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1946. There's even a special monument in Muscotah's city park to honor him!
See also
In Spanish: Muscotah para niños
