Neosho Falls, Kansas facts for kids
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Neosho Falls, Kansas
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Location within Woodson County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Woodson |
| Founded | 1857 |
| Incorporated | 1892 |
| Named for | Falls on Neosho River |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.53 sq mi (1.38 km2) |
| • Land | 0.51 sq mi (1.31 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.06 km2) |
| Elevation | 971 ft (296 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 134 |
| • Density | 253/sq mi (97.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66758
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-49825 |
| GNIS ID | 2395173 |
Neosho Falls is a small city in Woodson County, Kansas, in the United States. It is located on the Neosho River. As of the 2020 census, about 134 people lived there.
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History of Neosho Falls
Neosho Falls was founded in 1857. This makes it the oldest town in Woodson County. It was also the first county seat, which means it was the main town for the county's government. The city got its name from the Neosho River, which flows nearby. The first post office opened here in May 1857.
A group led by Benjamin F. Goss and his brother N. S. Goss helped plan and build much of the early town. Benjamin Goss later formed a company of cavalry to fight for the Union during the American Civil War.
A very large flood in 1951, called the Great Flood of 1951, caused a lot of damage to Neosho Falls. The Neosho River overflowed, and much of the town was destroyed or abandoned.
Geography of Neosho Falls
Neosho Falls is located in Woodson County, Kansas. The United States Census Bureau says the city covers about 0.57 square miles (1.48 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, and a small part is water.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 532 | — | |
| 1880 | 552 | 3.8% | |
| 1890 | 606 | 9.8% | |
| 1900 | 763 | 25.9% | |
| 1910 | 571 | −25.2% | |
| 1920 | 628 | 10.0% | |
| 1930 | 462 | −26.4% | |
| 1940 | 452 | −2.2% | |
| 1950 | 355 | −21.5% | |
| 1960 | 222 | −37.5% | |
| 1970 | 184 | −17.1% | |
| 1980 | 157 | −14.7% | |
| 1990 | 157 | 0.0% | |
| 2000 | 179 | 14.0% | |
| 2010 | 141 | −21.2% | |
| 2020 | 134 | −5.0% | |
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Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 134 people living in Neosho Falls. There were 57 households and 34 families. Most of the people, about 89.55%, were white. About 2.24% were Native American. About 8.21% were from two or more races. A small number, 2.24%, were Hispanic or Latino.
About 26.1% of the people were under 18 years old. About 15.7% were 65 years or older. The average age in the city was 39.3 years.
Population in 2010
According to the 2010 census, there were 141 people living in Neosho Falls. Most of the people, 93.6%, were white. About 5.7% were Hispanic or Latino. About 0.7% were Native American.
About 28.4% of the people were under 18 years old. About 18.4% were 65 years or older. The average age in the city was 40.2 years.
Education in Neosho Falls
The local public schools in Neosho Falls are part of the Woodson USD 366 school district.
Notable People from Neosho Falls
- Benjamin Goss, who was a lawmaker in Wisconsin.
- James Swan, who was also a lawmaker in Wisconsin.
See also
In Spanish: Neosho Falls para niños
